The Thai cabinet has taken a significant step toward legalizing casinos by approving the Entertainment Complex Bill, a draft law designed to invigorate the country’s tourism sector and combat illegal gambling. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced the move on Monday, emphasizing the bill’s potential to drive investment and economic growth while creating thousands of jobs.
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Curaçao has embarked on a transformative journey to reform its gambling industry through the National Ordinance for Games of Chance (LOK). Approved by parliament in December 2024, this law aims to establish a safer, more transparent gambling sector while addressing concerns about money laundering and illegal activities. The reforms follow a productive meeting between Curaçao’s
Kentucky state Representative Thomas Huff has introduced House Bill 33 (HB33), a proposal to bring land-based and riverboat casinos to the state. The bill outlines a framework for regulating casinos and fantasy sports under the oversight of the Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation (KHRGC). Key Components of HB33 HB33 aims to expand Kentucky’s gambling
The Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit or Ksa) has unveiled its Supervision Agenda for 2025, emphasizing the protection of minors and young adults, adherence to advertising regulations, and the elimination of illegal gambling. This comprehensive plan builds on prior efforts to enhance consumer safety and curb harmful gambling practices. Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups A core priority of
Gaming in the US has only recently reached its popularity but has already become a multi-billion-dollar industry, changing the entertainment industry. As legal online sports betting becomes increasingly adopted nationwide, operators like FanDuel are becoming a fan favorite. They got in early in many states after legalization, and have held their footing well. Gambling is
The much-anticipated LCB Awards 2024 live stream has officially unveiled the winners across eight competitive categories. This annual celebration honors the iGaming industry’s finest, recognizing standout brands for their contributions to this rapidly growing field. This year, categories included Best Online Casino, Helping Hand, Rising Star, Prime Perks, Live Dealer Games, Members Choice, Gamecraft Mastery,
Ecuador is embracing a significant shift in its sports betting landscape with the introduction of a new licensing framework and tax regime under Executive Decree 487, signed by President Daniel Noboa. These measures aim to regulate the growing industry, ensuring compliance while addressing concerns about player protection and ethical gaming practices. New Licensing System The
France’s L’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) has approved promotional strategies for 2025 from the nation’s 16 licensed online operators and two exclusive rights holders, FDJ and PMU, with conditions. After analyzing the proposed strategies, the regulator called for reductions in promotional budgets, particularly for the four largest operators, whose spend accounts for 85% of the
On January 1, 2025, Brazil officially launched its fully regulated fixed-odds betting market, marking a new chapter for online gambling in the country. The move follows years of legislative and regulatory hurdles that began with the approval of betting legislation in 2018 under then-President Michel Temer. After substantial delays and revisions, the law was finalized
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s time to reveal the standout performers in this year’s LCB Awards. After an exciting voting process, we proudly present the 10 finalists in each of the 8 categories for the prestigious LCB Awards 2024. Winners will be announced during a live stream on January 8, 2025. Additionally, 45
Vietnam’s experiment with allowing locals to gamble at Corona Resort & Casino in Phu Quoc will come to an end on December 31, 2024, as the government temporarily suspends the pilot program. The program, which began in 2019, was designed to test the feasibility of permitting Vietnamese citizens to gamble at selected casinos under specific
Online gambling is huge, competitive, and changing every day. Figuring out which casino is best for players could be compared to a needle and a haystack. To address this challenge, GamblingSites.com (GSC) has introduced a revolutionary new tool: the Jackpot Meter. This innovation employs artificial intelligence (AI) to generate thorough, easy to understand reviews of
The Las Vegas hotel industry is grappling with significant challenges following the 2024 closures of two iconic properties, the Tropicana and the Mirage. These developments have resulted in a net loss of over 4,500 hotel rooms, with full recovery not expected until the debut of the Hard Rock Las Vegas in 2027. Major Closures Reshape
The UAE Lottery, operated by The Game LLC under the oversight of the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), has partnered with Takalam, an AI-driven mental health platform, in a groundbreaking initiative. This collaboration, officially launched in November 2024, aims to prioritize player well-being by addressing gambling-related behavioral challenges and promoting responsible gaming practices. Through
As 2024 draws to a close, the landscape of gambling legislation in the United States is marked by expired bills in Michigan and Ohio, while South Carolina and Texas make moves toward potentially transformative changes in their respective laws for 2025. These legislative developments underline the dynamic and often unpredictable nature of gambling reform across the
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has announced that US commercial gaming revenue is projected to exceed $67 billion in 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year of record-breaking growth for the industry. The forecast comes on the heels of an impressive third quarter, which saw gaming revenue reach a historic $17.71 billion—the highest Q3 total ever
In a pivotal step towards modernizing its gambling sector, the Paraguay Chamber of Deputies has approved a bill that marks the end of the country’s state-run gambling monopoly. The reform, passed on December 17, 2024, introduces sweeping changes aimed at liberalizing the market, allowing private operators to enter the industry for the first time. Dismantling
The European Casino Association (ECA) has released its 2025 manifesto, urging the European Union (EU) to collaborate on advancing the success of Europe’s casino industry. The manifesto comes at a pivotal moment with the new European Commission taking office under President Ursula von der Leyen. It marks the beginning of a fresh five-year term that
Italy has officially launched a new licensing framework for online gambling, finalizing the first phase of its gambling sector reorganization in 2024. The new licensing structure, which was documented in the EU’s Official Journal, enables operators to obtain nine-year concessions at a significantly higher fee of €7 million per license. This initiative reflects Italy’s effort
Michigan’s gaming industry reached unprecedented heights in November 2024, with a record $284.3 million in combined internet gaming (iGaming) and sports betting gross receipts. This figure, reflecting a 12.1% increase from October, was announced by the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB). The strong performance highlights the continued growth of Michigan’s regulated gaming sector. iGaming gross