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Austria publishes long-awaited draft law for online gambling liberalisation

The proposed framework appears likely to include a mandatory cooling-off period for grey market operators of online gambling in Austria.

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Chicago City Council rejects proposal to ban sweepstakes machines

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Alexandra Kavelich, SOFTSWISS: “Our brand is more than just one product”

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Pronet Gaming: Why exchange betting grows during matches

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Massachusetts Gaming Commission launches new public awareness campaign

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