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December 9, 2022
Largest US Cockfighting Operation Dismantled, Members Sentenced
Seven members of an Alabama family were sentenced for their participation in a massive cockfighting operation. Besides participating in a large-scale cock fighting operation, the family members had established fighting-bird breeding businesses and operated an illegal gambling business. Due to the unusual cruelty of the nature of the business operation, the Department of Justice (DOJ) […]
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December 9, 2022
New Proposal to Fight Problem Gambling in Sweden
A new proposal seeks to combat problem gambling and help reduce gambling harm in Sweden. Niklas Wykman, the Swedish Minister of Financial Markets, announced a new memorandum Wednesday that plans to combat gambling addiction. Proposal Seeks to Protect Customers from Gambling Harm Ultimately, the new proposal plans to allow gambling companies to process additional personal […]
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December 9, 2022
Catawba Two Kings Casino in Legal Hot Water with NIGC
The Catawba Two Kings Casino is in hot water with the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC), the tribal gaming regulator in the United States, over alleged breaches of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA). The property, which is owned by the Catawba Indian Nation, may face a serious fine or be shut down altogether due […]
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December 9, 2022
Star Entertainment Slapped with Second AU$100M Fine in Australia
Australia’s Star Entertainment Group has received a second AU$100 million fine in less than two months, with the company investigated by the Queensland state government, and found in breach of a number of laws. Star to Pay Another AU$100M Fine in Australia The new fine was announced by AG Shannon Fentiman on Friday, which considered […]
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December 9, 2022
Sports Betting Legalization Gains Traction in Vermont
Back in 2018, the US Supreme Court ruled against PASPA, which allowed sports betting to continuously expand to new states. By now, there are just above a dozen US states that are yet to legalize and launch the activity. One such state is Vermont. To help with the legalization and the establishment of a regulatory […]
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December 9, 2022
Massachusetts Gaming Commission Unable to Decide on Sports Betting Bids
For the second day in a row, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, which is responsible for regulating the gambling industry in the state, cannot make a decision on a sports betting application. Commissioners Postpone Decision on MGM Springfield The Boston Herald reported that on December 7, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission held a meeting to review the […]
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December 8, 2022
Michigan Residents Sentenced for Operating Illegal Gambling
Three people in Michigan have been found guilty of orchestrating an illegal gambling scheme. After admitting to their wrongdoings, the individuals were sentenced to a few days in prison and forced to pay fines. Three People Operated Illegal Gambling in Michigan The three people in question were guilty of running a small illegal gambling venue […]
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December 7, 2022
AUSTRAC Opens Civil Penalty Proceedings against SkyCity Adelaide
Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC), the Australian Government’s agency, which detects and thwarts criminal activities in connection with the financial system, is cracking down on yet another Australian casino for breaching the laws on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing. AUSTRAC Files Penalty Proceedings Against SkyCity Adelaide On December 7, AUSTRAC announced that it […]
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December 6, 2022
Macau Concessionaires File Compensation Claims Against Chan and Defendants
Macau casino concessionaires have filed legal compensation claims against Levo Chan, former CEO of junket operator Tak Chun Group, and several other defendants in connection with the case, which Macau’s Public Prosecution Office initiated at the beginning of August. Four Macau Casino Concessionaires Seek Compensation Totaling $16.8 million GGRAsia reported that Wynn Resorts (Macau), SJM […]
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December 6, 2022
Pace-O-Matic Welcomed VA Skill Games Injunction Extension
Developer of skill games Pace-O-Matic (POM) welcomed in a written statement Virginia’s court decision to extend the injunction allowing skill games to continue operating in the state. Skill Games Operations to Continue Greensville County Justice Louis R. Lerner extended the operation of skill games in Virginia, at least until the spring of 2023 when the […]