Gambling News
Japanese Government Starts Work on Second Gambling Law
- April 5, 2017 By Oliver Young -
Japan was probably the last nation in the developed world to legalise casinos and gambling. Casino legalisation proponents in this country have come a long way, as recently the country’s lawmakers finally passed a law that legalised the establishment of online casinos. Over the years, there were several unsuccessful attempts at casino legalisation. Even though […] Continue Reading
Sweden is Set to Finally Regulate its Online Gambling Market
- April 4, 2017 By Riley Wilson -
A year and a half ago, the Swedish government commissioned a thorough analysis of the local gambling market. Led by Lotteriinspektionen Director General, Håkan Hallstedt, the review has finally been completed and its results could bring radical changes to the local market. Ending the State Monopoly First of all, the results suggest the implementation of […] Continue Reading
Bicycle Casino and Hotel Raided by Federal Authorities
- April 3, 2017 By Samantha A. -
The Bicycle Casino and Hotel was raided by many federal agents in Bell Gardens on this past Tuesday, paralyzing many bets at one of California’s Southern largest gaming rooms as agents seized multiple financial records and launched an investigation on money laundering. The investigation began when federal agents arrived on the casino’s floor around 7:00 […] Continue Reading
Gibraltar Controversy to Have an Impact on the Gambling Industry
- April 3, 2017 By Oliver Young -
There has been a fierce exchange of statements between UK and Spanish public officials over the status and future of Gibraltar, following the long-awaited signing of documents that trigger the process of ‘Brexit’ by PM May on last week. Once former Tory minister went as far as saying that May is ready to ‘go to […] Continue Reading
Bet365, William Hill Leave Polish Online Gambling Market
- March 30, 2017 By Riley Wilson -
If we should compare Poland’s gambling market to a ship, then the new regulations that will come into force on April 1 are an iceberg that is about to sink the unfortunate vessel. Lifeboats are already in water, and among the latest to leave are Bet365 and William Hill. The whole ordeal started last December, when […] Continue Reading
Mobile Betting and Gambling on the Rise in the EU
- March 29, 2017 By Oliver Young -
Recognised and trusted research group Eliers and Krejick just publish the latest report on mobile betting and casino gambling in Europe for 2016. The report also highlights the opportunities for growth in 2017. It seems that the trend in general is positive and that the market is growing, despite the decisions of certain European countries, […] Continue Reading
Kangwon Land Casino Pays Problem Gamblers to Quit Playing
- March 29, 2017 By Riley Wilson -
Problem gambling is an urge to gamble continuously despite harmful negative consequences and without a desire to stop. This problem is present around the world and countries are taking different approaches in order to deal with this issue. Some are radical, some can even be called extreme, but the latest one is definitely interesting and […] Continue Reading
Casino Plan More Than Likely to be on Statewide Ballot With Operating Rights
- March 27, 2017 By Samantha A. -
A casino plan that is more than likely to be on a ballot that will be statewide in November, would ultimately give the exclusive operating rights to the company that is behind the referendum effort. Lawmakers in Augusta are criticizing the effort that would ultimately bring about the construction of a casino within York County […] Continue Reading
Australia to Introduce Betting Point of Consumption Tax
- March 27, 2017 By Oliver Young -
Australia is at the centre of news once again, after last week’s information that the country intends on limiting the amount of gambling ads on TV. Australia is one of the most gambling nations in the world, but there is not clear consensus yet as to what would the restrictions mean and whether there would […] Continue Reading
Cheltenham Festival Results Delight UK Bookmakers
- March 25, 2017 By Riley Wilson -
The bookmakers will remember this year’s edition of the famous Cheltenham Festival, since Gloucestershire’s most popular event brought favourable results for them. Just ask any UK-based bookmaker about their earnings from Cheltenham 2017, and they will happily say they are the best ever. Favourites Helped the Industry But, it could have been completely the opposite, […] Continue Reading