Tag: Regulation
New Jersey loves the money from online sports betting, but fears addictive consequences
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Online sports betting is reaping new revenue for New Jersey but also raising concerns about gambling addiction and... more
G2E: Look for more states to increase tax rates for sports betting
It’s a challenge for sports betting operators to keep up with the ever-changing regulatory and tax landscape across the U.S. that shows no... more
Macau’s former top judge is elected as the Chinese casino hub’s first leader born in mainland China
MACAO (AP) — Macao’s former top judge, Sam Hou Fai, was chosen as the Chinese casino hub’ s next leader in a largely ceremonial election on... more
Brazil starts blocking irregular online gambling as concern rises over addiction
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil on Friday started blocking over 2,000 gambling websites designated as irregular, part of a push by the government... more
At stake for casinos when ex-judge from mainland China takes Macau’s top job
Some 400 pro-establishment electors are set to approve the sole candidate for Macao’s chief executive job on Sunday, making him the Chinese... more
Florida regulator seeks supplier for problem gambling program
The Florida Gaming Control Commission is looking for a vendor to provide resources and services aimed at preventing compulsive and... more
Ex-regulator wants better protection for young adult gamblers, including uniform betting age
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey’s former top gambling regulator with a nationwide reputation for strengthening oversight of the... more
Massachusetts: College award betting removed from ESPN Bet as Penn Entertainment gets green light
Penn Entertainment has received approval from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to refresh its mobile betting app and its retail... more
Dotty’s waives interest on Nevada tax overpayments, but claims nearly $5 million in refunds
Nevada bar chain Dotty’s told the Nevada Gaming Commission Thursday that it won’t pursue collecting nearly $250,000 in interest for... more
SBC Summit: U.S. gaming operators weigh their role in regulation and responsible gaming
U.S. gambling experts came together for the SBC Summit Lisbon panel Can Compliance Influence Regulation in the U.S. to discuss the state of... more
