New York is cracking down on where gambling ads can be found, even online New York is tightening its regulations on sports betting by introducing new measures to promote responsible gambling. Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed a bill into law that mandates all advertisements for mobile sports betting to include warnings about the potential risks
Category: Gambling Legislation
Ireland Inching Closer to Launch of Controversial Gambling Reforms
The updated gambling laws are almost ready, although upcoming elections may change the path Ireland is nearing the implementation of significant gambling reforms, as a long-delayed bill moves closer to final approval. The bill, which has been in the works for several years, could face further delays if a general election is called soon, according
Paraguay Halts Discussion on Legalized Online Gambling
The government isn’t ready to move forward with a planned introduction of iGaming Paraguay’s Senate has delayed discussions on proposed changes to its gambling laws, putting a halt to the legalization of online gambling for the time being. The Senate’s Constitutional Affairs Committee had been tasked with reviewing updates to Law 1016/1997, which governs gambling
Missouri Could See New Casino if Voters Approve It Next Month
Residents are beginning to vote on Amendment 5, which would allow one more casino in the state Missouri voters are deciding on the possibility of adding a new casino to the state. The proposed measure, known as Amendment 5, aims to expand the number of casino licenses from 13 to 14, allowing for a new
California Gov. Signs Bill Allowing Tribes to Sue Cardrooms
The bill could cause some cardrooms to shut down California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 549, allowing tribal casinos in the state to sue card rooms that they claim are illegally hosting certain table games like blackjack and pai gow poker. This decision marks the culmination of one of the most contested political
Arkansas Secretary of State Trying To Thwart Casino Vote
John Thurston doesn’t want certain voters’ votes to be counted on a Pope County casino measure Arkansas Secretary of State John Thurston is attempting to block a vote on a contentious casino issue in Pope County from appearing on the November ballot. The proposed Amendment 2, which would determine whether the county’s casino license should
Future of New Virginia Casino Now Rests With Voters
A casino project for Petersburg is being voted on by area residents The future of a proposed casino in Petersburg, Virginia, is now in the hands of local voters. The Cordish Companies and Bruce Smith Enterprises are pushing for a $1.4 billion development that would bring a Live!-branded casino resort to the city. The initial
Some Las Vegas Casino Gamblers Face New Restrictions
Gaming regulators are exploring who can claim casino jackpots A new proposal in Nevada could bring changes to how some gamblers in Las Vegas are treated when it comes to jackpot wins. Currently, there’s a loophole that allows banned players to claim jackpot payouts even if they’ve been told to leave and stay away from
MGM Resorts Ready for Expansion Into the UAE
The casino giant could be the first to inaugurate a casino in Abu Dhabi MGM Resorts is taking significant steps toward expanding its operations into the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by applying for a casino license in Abu Dhabi. This move, revealed by CEO Bill Hornbuckle at the Skift Global Forum 2024, marks MGM as
Germany Has Its First Licenses for Commercial Live Casino Operators
The country is advancing its online gaming market, but only with small steps Germany has issued its first licenses for commercial live casino operators, marking a significant step forward in the country’s regulated online gambling landscape. On September 18, Tipico, BluBet, Austrian operator Cashpoint, and Skill on Net were all granted permission to offer online
Brazil Cracking down on Operators Ahead of Legal Gambling Launch
The country is giving non-licensed operators until October 1 to shut down or face the consequences Brazil is stepping up efforts to regulate its expanding betting market by targeting operators without proper authorization. Starting October 1, betting companies that haven’t applied for a license will be forced to suspend their operations. This move is part
Alabama Bill Takes a Swipe at Gambling
The legislation would clarify what constitutes gambling, perhaps leading to a large crackdown A new bill introduced in Alabama, HB 41, seeks to address the growing issue of illegal gambling by tightening the state’s existing regulations. Filed by Rep. Matthew Hammett, the bill aims to clarify what constitutes gambling and related activities, while also increasing