Industry
February 24, 2023
Massachusetts Regulator To Overrule the Ban on Sportsbook Affiliates
The Bay State’s current gambling laws prohibit revenue share and cost per acquisition (CPA) agreements, effectively curtailing all affiliate programs. However, the Commission appears to recognize the value of such arrangements and has agreed to hold talks with operators before putting the matter to vote. Sportsbooks like Caesars are known for their extensive affiliate programs, […]
Sports
February 23, 2023
Kentucky Will Attempt to Legalize Sports Betting in 2023
This is the message that Rep. Michael Meredith wants to send to lawmakers and consumers after he filed a bill on Wednesday that would allow the state’s race tracks to host sports betting facilities and make gambling on sports outcomes legal before the session ends on March 30. New, More Balanced Approach to Sports Betting […]
Legal
February 23, 2023
Federal Court Hinders Potential Sports Betting Expansion in Washington
The Seattle Times reported that the recent ruling by the federal court has dealt a blow to those who were hoping to expand sports gambling throughout Washington state. The Court Cited Sovereign Immunity as One of the Main Reasons for Its Decision Maverick Gaming, which owns and operates a number of card rooms throughout Washington, […]
Legal
February 22, 2023
New Bill Seeks Sports Betting Exclusivity for Minnesota Tribes
A newly-proposed sports betting bill to the Senate in Minnesota seeks to grant the state’s tribes exclusive rights to offer both brick-and-mortar and mobile sports betting. The New Bill Proposal Introduced by Rep. Zach Stephenson, the proposal will authorize Minnesota’s eleven tribes to operate sports wagering, allowing residents to place bets at their tribal casinos […]
Legal
February 21, 2023
Prosser Veterans Worker Steals $300K from Employer
Sara Lee Moon, who has been working as a gambling manager at the Prosser Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, has been detained due to allegations of first-degree theft. Moon is being held at the Benton County Jail. The Theft Was Discovered after Routine Check from Washington State Gambling Commission Back in February 2022, the Washington […]
Legal
February 16, 2023
10Bet to Pay £620,000 in the UK Due to Multiple Violations
In September 2021, the regulator launched a thorough evaluation of Blue Star Planet Limited, the company behind the 10Bet brand, after an investigation uncovered that the operator had several substantial problems with anti-money laundering (AML) policies and responsible gambling. 10Bet has taken steps to remedy these shortcomings, which is why the UKGC agreed to a […]
Industry
February 15, 2023
Massachusetts Regulator Tackles Its First Operator Violations
The incidents happened within the first two weeks of legal sports betting in the Bay State, showcasing the significant challenges standing before the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. However, they will also be a valuable opportunity to test its compliance procedures. With mobile betting launching in less than a month, the regulator must set the right tone […]
Legal
February 15, 2023
Woman Jailed after Running a Fake Gambling Scheme
Wu Hong, a 41-year-old Chinese woman who scammed people in Singapore out of over $1.57 million (converted to USD), has been sentenced to 12 years in prison. Prior to her sentencing, the con artist used to promise victims that their money would be invested into Chinese gamblers who come to play at Singaporean casinos. Needless […]
Industry
February 15, 2023
Angry Self-Excluded Gambler Slams BetNation Fine as Too Low
The Guardian reported that BetNation, a major gambling firm that operates in Australia, sent promotional emails to over 7,000 customers, touting its services and inviting bets of up to AUD 1,000 ($691) on the Melbourne Cup horse race. Expert Deems the Fine on BetNation as Small Change Despite being on a self-exclusion list, Mark Kempster, […]
Legal
February 15, 2023
Australian Judge Reprimands AUSTRAC for Delays in Crown Case
The financial crimes regulator is suing the casino operator for numerous breaches of anti-money laundering laws. Judge Lee Criticizes AUSTRAC for Not Taking the Crown Case Seriously The Australian Financial Review reported that Justice Michael Lee expressed his surprise that AUSTRAC agreed to Crown’s request to delay the settlement on agreed facts and admissions until […]
