09/20/20 26 POGOs found in violation of Philippine law Almost half of POGOs listed the same addresses as those of their service providers despite being required to hire Philippine sevices.
09/15/20 Philippines seeks to double tax income from POGOs The government will tax turnover instead of revenue, and expects to take about US$361 million a year.
09/11/20 Victoria gambling regulator issues three-year plan The VCGLR has presented a plan outlining goals for 2020 – 23.
09/06/20 NZ extends Covid-19 measures The country has recorded its first death due to Covid-19 in three months.
09/04/20 India bans online gambling in Andhra Pradesh Online gambling operators could face prison following the decision.
08/30/20 South Korea to allow online betting on horse racing A bill to amend the Korean Horse Racing Act introduced by the ruling Democratic Party is supported by 15 lawmakers.
08/26/20 Saipan: Casino Commission pledges good governance The gaming regulator in Saipan has issued a statement to pledge good and fair governance over casino industry after legal troubles with IPI.
08/26/20 Vietnam looks to facilitate casino investments The eight casinos already operating in the country have doubled their revenue in the last three years, according to the Ministry of Finance.
08/25/20 NZ extends Auckland lockdown until Sunday Casinos in the city will remian shut at least until Monday, when businesses will be allowed to reopen under level of alert 2.
08/23/20 Philippines wants US$2.87bn from POGOs A new law could regulate a 5 per cent franchise tax that would be charged on all bets made within the country.
08/23/20 Singapore relaxes border restrictions for tourists Travellers from New Zealand and Brunei will be tested on entry but will not have to serve a stay-home notice.
08/19/20 Macau: expert raises concerns over licence system A gaming scholar from Macau has questioned the current licence system in the city due to its inefficiency in responding to rapid market changes.
08/19/20 Australia blocks eight offshore gambling sites An investigation was launched due to complaints received by ACMA about the withholding of players’ winnings.
08/18/20 Record fine for underage gambling at Sydney casino Two teenagers and a 12 -year-old girl were found placing bets and being served alcohol at The Star casino.
08/16/20 Gamblers could be banned for social media reactions Australia’s responsible wagering association is pushing for bans for bettors who abuse major athletes after losing bets.
