Legal
June 22, 2021
Virginia’s Ban on Skill Games Goes Effective Next Week
Virginia’s ban on skill games has been set to take effect next week, but an Emporia business owner is going to court to stop the measure. Emporia Business Owner Is Not Happy with the Ban Virginia’s ban on electronic skill games would take effect next week but an Emporia truck stop owner, who is also […]
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June 21, 2021
Mohegan Tribe Files Lawsuit against Insurer for Disputed Claims
Connecticut’s second tribal casino operator became the latest gaming company to file a multi-million lawsuit against an insurance company for failing to cover coronavirus-related damages to the business, Associated Press reported. Following in the Footsteps of the Mashantucket Pequots The operator of Mohegan Sun gaming property, the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, initiated legal proceedings Friday […]
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June 21, 2021
Arizona Gambling Regulator Continues Discussions on Sports Wagering Rules
The Arizona Department of Gaming initiated a discussion on event wagering rules last week. The consultation with stakeholders started on Friday and continues today. By launching the discussion, the regulator aims at finalizing the rules with the help of feedback from stakeholders. Arizona Gambling Regulator Launches Discussion on Event Wagering with Stakeholders Last month, legal […]
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June 17, 2021
New Jersey College Betting Bill Progresses a Step Further
The State Assembly panel has moved forward a bill that removes the prohibition of betting on New Jersey college teams or betting college teams from other states playing in the state. NJ Lawmakers to Legalize Sports Betting on College Games On Wednesday, the Assembly moved forward a long-anticipated bill that removes the prohibition of betting on New […]
Legal
June 16, 2021
Ohio SB176 Approved by Senate Select Committee on Gaming
The sports betting bill in Ohio finally reached the senate floor after it was unanimously approved in the Senate Select Committee on Gaming Tuesday afternoon. Licensing Process Delayed It took more than a dozen hearings and a number of changes before the committee unanimously voted SB176 to move the bill to the Senate Rules and […]
Legal
June 16, 2021
Court Rules on Football Index Administrators Repayments
UK customers are watching with interest as a Jersey Court has sought to recognize a High Court ruling on the Football Index repayments. The high-profile betting company and its parent company BetIndex went into administration in March. The June 22 date set by the court is set to trigger repayments of £3.5 million ($4.95 million) in player account funds. Court administrators […]
Legal
June 16, 2021
DraftKings Upset after Hindenburg Research Accuses It of Involvement in Illicit Activity
DraftKings is in bed with organized crime and money launderers. That’s what someone with Hindenburg Research would have everyone believe, although the individual (or individuals) may have ulterior motives. The gaming operator was called out yesterday by Hindenburg, a noted short-seller, resulting in DraftKings’ stock price registering a sizeable drop. DraftKings has responded to the […]
Legal
June 15, 2021
UK Government Increases Gambling License Fees Cost
DCMS has announced that The UK government will increase license fees cost for all businesses in the UK gambling industry. DCMS Announces License Fees Cost Increase The UK government will increase the cost of license fees for all businesses in the UK gambling industry as of October 1. The news, announced by the Department for Digital, […]
Legal
June 15, 2021
GGAM Alleges Undisclosed Incentive for Former PSE President
New court documents related to a lawsuit against Enrique Razon claim he had an undisclosed financial relationship with high-standing personnel at the Phillippine Stock Exchange (PSE) that had helped him block the sale of Bloomberry Resorts shares held by a casino operator. Undisclosed Financial Relationship Global Gaming Philippines (GGAM), a former business partner of Bloomberry […]
Legal
June 15, 2021
Sweden Publishes a Memorandum on Stricter Gambling Advertising
A new proposal in Sweden calls for stricter rules for gambling advertising. The proposal calls for special moderation in gambling ads similar to the moderation used for alcohol advertising. With this move, the country aims to reduce gambling addiction which presents a serious public health problem. Will Sweden Introduce Stricter Rules for Gambling Advertising? The […]