09/12/24 56% of Australians support moderate restrictions on gambling ads, survey finds The survey found that only 37 per cent of respondents support a total ban.
09/11/24 Singapore parliament approves proposed changes to Casino Control Act Singapore’s two casinos have been granted permission to introduce cashless gaming, but the use of cryptocurrencies remains prohibited.
09/11/24 India maintains 28% goods and service tax on online gambling The Goods and Services Tax Council has completed its review of the levy.
09/10/24 Tasmania to introduce mandatory cashless card system for EGMs The Tasmanian Government will introduce the system for electronic gaming machines in hotels, clubs and casinos.
09/06/24 Thai government to move forward with casino bill A public hearing found 80 per cent in support of the project.
09/06/24 UAE search volumes related to gambling increase by 54.38% A report by Dubai Casinos has revealed increased interest in gambling-related news in the United Arab Emirates following the establishment of the GCGRA in September 2023.
09/04/24 New Zealand government seeks public input on gambling harm strategy The consultation is open until October 6.
09/04/24 Australian government says no decision made on gambling ads ban Prime minister Anthony Albanese said discussions continue.
08/27/24 Vietnam government extends trial of casino access for citizens The Phu Quoc casino’s trial period has been extended until December 31.
08/22/24 Philippine budget secretary dismisses proposal to regulate e-sabong Amenah Pangandaman said improved efficiency could make up for the loss of revenue from offshore gaming operators.
08/19/24 Philippine senator opposes e-sabong regulation Senator Villanueva said e-sabong was not a viable solution to revenue needs.
08/19/24 Think tank proposes 2% levy on Australian gambling revenue The Australia Institute said a levy on gambling profits could compensate free-to-air TV for lost revenue from a proposed ban on gambling ads.
08/15/24 Opposition parties criticise Thai casino bill Members of the Bhumjaithai coalition and the opposition Democrat parties say the negative impacts would outweigh any benefits.
08/14/24 Australian communications minister refutes claims of industry pressure on gambling reforms Michelle Rowland says she did not meet with gambling executives.
