10/30/24 Italian gambling reforms: EC extends standstill period amid concerns from Malta The Malta Gaming Authority has questioned Italy’s “unnecessary barriers” for B2B gambling operations.
10/29/24 Online casinos in France: government puts back regulation plan amid criticism The government says more consultation is needed after land-based casino operators said the plan would spell the end for their sector.
10/28/24 UK gambling: London council calls for change in law after approval of new gaming hall Media have dubbed Harlesden the “Las Vegas of Britain” because of its gambling venues.
10/24/24 Spanish gambling operators criticise move to reimpose advertising restrictions The industry body Jdigital has called for the government to work with operators.
10/24/24 Campaigners against sports betting in Missouri pull TV ads The Missourians Against the Deceptive Online Gambling Amendment campaign has cancelled its television adverts.
10/23/24 Online casino in France: government decision to regulate generates debate A new amendment would allow regulated igaming, but land-based casinos want exclusivity.
10/21/24 Ecuador’s gambling advertising ban lifted The president of Ecuador has lifted the ban on advertising gambling.
10/21/24 Irish gambling legislation: bill finally gains lower house’s approval The Irish Gambling Regulation Bill has been passed by the Dáil Éireann.
10/17/24 Online gambling in Finland: regulated market could launch earlier than expected Finland’s gambling legislation will be sent to the European Commission by the end of this year.
10/16/24 Online gambling in Brazil: Senate authorises Parliamentary Inquiry Commission The CPI will probe the financial impacts of the regulation of online gambling.
10/15/24 Gambling in Alabama: bill that would increase penalties pre-filed for 2025 legislative session
10/15/24 British online gambling sector fears steep tax hike in UK Autumn Budget Gambling operator stocks ended down after news of proposals to raise remote gaming duty to as much as 50 per cent.
10/10/24 Survey finds public support for ban on MPs betting on political markets in the UK The study found that 60 per cent believe politicians should have to disclose gambling activity.
10/09/24 Casinos in France: concerns raised over government tax plans There are fears that government tax plans could risk the future of land-based casinos and gaming halls.
10/08/24 Irish Gambling Bill: some senators still want ban on bonuses Justice minister James Browne has rejected the calls.
