02/01/21 New South Wales study shows 30% of teenagers gamble The New South Wales government is implementing new measures to prevent harmful gambling.
01/30/21 Goa considers banning locals from casinos The seven offshore casinos operating on the Mandovi river have permission to operate until March 31.
01/28/21 Another Indian state could ban online gambling The Kerala State High Court has served notices to celebrities and athletes that have appeared linked to online gambling companies.
01/26/21 India considers standardising gaming regulations A think tank has proposed an independent regulatory body idea for fantasy sports. The industry wants it to cover all skill-based gaming.
01/23/21 Thailand cracks down on illegal gambling dens The government has identified illegal gambling dens as a major source of Covid-19 infections.
01/18/21 Thailand to introduce tourism tax The fee would be used to help cover the costs of Covid-19 relief efforts. Advisors have also recommended legalising gambling dens.
01/11/21 Australia appoints sports advisory council members The new entity will oversee integrity matters in sports of all categories in the country.
01/08/21 PAGCOR remits additional US$20.7m to Treasury The regulator increased funds corresponding to 2019’s cash dividends to aid the efforts to curve the spread of Covid-19.
01/07/21 Malaysia increases special lottery draws Up to 22 special draws a year will be allowed in 2021, more than double the number held last year.
01/06/21 Supreme Court suspends 5% POGO tax The temporary suspension comes following a request from a consortium of 14 licensed POGOs.
