The office of Australia’s Communications Minister Michelle Rowland has issued an apology to individuals affected by problem gambling, acknowledging that long-awaited reforms to advertising have been delayed beyond initial expectations. The government has yet to provide a new timeline for addressing a report from the late Labor MP Peta Murphy, which called for a total
Month: November 2024
Pay4Fun, the first payment institution operating in the entertainment and sports betting segment authorized by the Central Bank of Brazil (BC), carried out transactions worth BRL 2.6 billion ($447,668,000) in the first half of 2024. The figure represents an increase of 121% over the BRL 1.2 billion ($206,616,000) transacted in the same period of 2023.
Marcus Boyle, Chairman of Great Britain’s Gambling Commission, announced that he will be stepping down after more than three years in the role. Boyle confirmed his exit on Wednesday, departing when his current term ends on January 31, 2025. The Commission has not said when it expects to appoint a replacement. Boyle, who has served
Nov 28, 2024 2 min read Table Of Contents Yesterday, Pokerstars announced a partnership with the National Hockey League’s Philadelphia Flyers. The deal will allow players on the PokerStars platform to win match tickets and signed Flyers memorabilia in a series of special online poker tournaments. Players can also win tickets and merch through a
The National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) has unveiled its draft of the Model Internet Gaming Act, aiming to establish a comprehensive framework for iGaming regulation across the United States. This proposed legislation, designed as a resource for states considering online gambling legalization, includes measures for taxation, responsible gambling, and the outright prohibition
iGaming content supplier Pragmatic Play has expanded its sportsbook product with the launch of football player markets. The latest update sees player markets, including shots on goal, shots on target, player fouls, player passes, and many more become available, ensuring a more complete sportsbook product for operators and a wider range of betting options for
The Chamber of Deputies gave a half-sanction on Wednesday, November 27, to legislation aimed at regulating online gambling and preventing gambling among children and adolescents. After a long day of debate, the law was approved by 140 affirmative votes, 36 negative votes, and 59 abstentions. The bill was sent to the Senate. The 36 negative
Nov 28, 2024 5 min read Table Of Contents The Venetian Las Vegas, which a few months ago debuted its new 50-table, 14,000 square foot poker room (the largest on the Las Vegas Strip), just wrapped up its latest DeepStack Showdown Series, which ran from October 11 through November 24. Through 79 events, the festival
Stretch Network Nov 28, 2024 2 min read Table Of Contents The brains behind Stretch Network always look for ways to enrich its customers’ playing experience, and they had done precisely that by launching two brand-new features for its online poker client. Players can now voluntarily reveal their hole cards at showdown and use bonus
Thunderkick has launched its festive-themed slot, Hot Turkey, adding another holiday-inspired release to its expanding portfolio. This 7×7 Cluster Pays game promises to bring the holiday spirit and explosive payouts, with a maximum win potential of up to 10,000x the stake. Holiday cheer and explosive wins: Hot Turkey brings together familiar holiday motifs like candy canes, mistletoe, and Christmas gifts,
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) reported a tough stance on gambling misconduct in its 2023–24 Annual Report, which was presented to the Parliament of Victoria. The year saw the regulator take 88 disciplinary actions against gambling licensees and staff for failing to meet the required standards, showcasing the VGCCC’s commitment to holding operators accountable. In addition to
As the clock ticks down to the end of a three-year transitional grace period under Macau’s new gaming law, satellite casinos in the region face an uncertain future. Despite the looming 2025 deadline, discussions between the government, gaming concessionaires, and satellite casino operators have yet to take place. Jay Chun, co-chairman and managing director of Paradise Entertainment, expressed his
The UK government has revealed plans for significant changes to gambling regulations in an effort to combat gambling addiction. Among the most notable proposals is a new set of restrictions on online slot machine stakes, with limits on how much players can bet. The new rules are set to apply for the first time ever: a £5 maximum
The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians has announced plans to establish a gaming facility in Benzonia, Michigan. The new venue, located on tribal trust land, is expected to bring economic growth and new employment opportunities to the region. The gaming facility will be housed at the tribe’s community center, situated at 7282
The National Council of Legislators from Gambling States (NCLGS) has released a draft Model Internet Gaming Act (MIGA) aimed at streamlining online gambling regulations across the United States. The framework, open for public comment until December 31, 2024, seeks to provide consistency among states considering iGaming legalization and to address concerns around consumer protection, illegal
An ongoing strike at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, led by the Culinary Union, has now entered its second week as workers push for a new five-year contract and higher wages. Frustrations are mounting among the employees, with many expressing dissatisfaction over what they describe as corporate greed. “We’ve talked with guests and people just walking by,
Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has published a new ordinance in the Official Gazette to regulate the transfer of gambling data in the upcoming regulated online market. Ordinance No. 1,857 of the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA) “regulates the transfer of data and funds of bettors of the lottery modality bet of fixed quota between
EGT Digital’s iGaming platform X-Nave has been distinguished as the Online Platform of the Year at the Golden Spades Awards 2024. The online gaming solutions provider received the prize at a ceremony held on November 26 at the Hyatt Regency Sofia Hotel. The event, organized for the second consecutive year by the Association of Organizers
Gaming provider Zitro has unveiled its new slot King Fu Frog, featuring a variety of enhanced features. The game, which features the titular King Fu Frog character and his froggy friends, offers four titles that bring back the trio of popular frogs and a newly added fourth, larger frog, each with a unique gameplay feature.
Paraguay is taking a significant step toward transforming its gambling industry. In early November 2024, the government presented a bill that aims to amend the country’s gambling legislation (Law No 1,016/1997) and liberalise the market by ending the current monopoly on gambling operations. This initiative, championed by the government’s executive branch, has now been partially approved