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Baden-Württemberg Approves State-Controlled Online Casinos (Casino News Daily)
Baden-Württemberg has officially approved a state-regulated online casino model, making it the third German state to legalize virtual table games. The decision follows similar moves by Bavaria in April 2024 and Schleswig-Holstein in September 2024, as part of Germany’s broader effort to transition online gambling into a strictly controlled legal market. Under the newly enacted Landesglücksspielgesetz…
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Thailand’s Casino Bill Moves to Cabinet for Approval (Casino News Daily)
Thailand’s Entertainment Complex Business Act, a draft law designed to legalize and regulate casino-entertainment complexes, has entered the final stage of public consultation and is expected to be submitted to the Cabinet for approval on March 4, 2025. If approved, the bill will then proceed to Parliament for deliberation, a government source confirmed. Casino Bill…
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Reevo Expands in Italy Through Microgame Partnership (Casino News Daily)
Reevo has taken a significant step in its Italian expansion by partnering with Microgame via ESA Gaming. This agreement will allow Microgame’s network of operators to integrate Reevo’s premium gaming content, further expanding its footprint in one of Europe’s key regulated iGaming markets. A Strategic Move in the Italian Market Reevo officially entered Italy’s iGaming…
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UAE’s Gaming Industry Expands with New Licences and Growing Interest (Casino News Daily)
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) gaming industry experienced significant shifts in 2024, with six licences granted by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) and an increasing interest in casino-related searches. The sector recorded a 28% rise in search traffic, driven by regulatory changes and growing public curiosity. Among the entities securing licences were The…
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DGOJ Hosts First Anti-Money Laundering Conference & Expands Digital Outreach (Casino News Daily)
The Directorate General for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ), part of Spain’s Ministry of Social Rights, Consumption, and the 2030 Agenda, has organized its first Sectoral Conference on the Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing in Online Gaming. The event, held on February 6, 2025, was conducted in collaboration with the Public Treasury and…
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AGA Reports Record $71.92B U.S. Gaming Revenue for 2024 (Casino News Daily)
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has released its 2024 commercial gaming revenue report, revealing another record-setting year for the U.S. gambling industry. Total revenue reached $71.92 billion, surpassing 2023’s previous record by 7.5%. This marks the fourth consecutive year of record-breaking growth for the industry. The final quarter of 2024 also set a new record…
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Colombia Introduces 19% VAT on Online Gambling Deposits Under New Tax Decree (Casino News Daily)
The Colombian government has implemented Decree No. 175, a tax measure that removes the VAT exemption for online gambling, subjecting deposits to a 19% value-added tax (VAT). The regulation, which takes effect on February 21, 2025, applies to all player deposits, regardless of payment method, including cash, bank transfers, and cryptocurrency. VAT Implementation and Industry…
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Dutch Government Proposes Tougher Gambling Laws with New Age Limits (Casino News Daily)
The Dutch government is preparing to introduce significant reforms to its gambling laws, with new regulations expected to take effect by the end of 2025. Led by State Secretary for Legal Protection Teun Struycken, the proposed changes aim to strengthen player protections, particularly for younger and more vulnerable individuals. One of the most notable updates…
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Brazil Issues 37 Permanent Betting Licenses Under New Regulations (Casino News Daily)
The Ministry of Finance’s Prizes and Betting Secretariat (SPA) has granted 37 permanent betting licenses, expanding the country’s regulated gambling market. Published in the Official Gazette of the Union (DOU), these licenses will be valid until December 31, 2029, with each operator required to pay a R$30 million licensing fee. New Operators Join the Regulated…
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H Casino in Belarus Served as Money Laundering Front for Slain Turkish Gangster, Report Claims
n A popular casino in Minsk, Belarus thrived through sports betting during the COVID-19 pandemic n Much of that betting didn’t actually occur because the H Casino was really a front for money laundering n n n In 2020, as the world went into lockdown, Belarus’ strong-arm president Alexander Lukashenko famously declared it was business…
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Google Announces Stricter Gambling Ad Policy Effective April 14 (Casino News Daily)
Google is set to enforce a significant update to its Gambling and Games Advertising Policy, with new rules taking effect on April 14, 2025. The revised guidelines provide stricter definitions of gambling-related content, introduce expanded country-specific restrictions, and reinforce certification requirements for advertisers promoting gambling services. Stricter Definitions of Gambling Content One of the most…
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India Explores New Law to Regulate Online Betting, Gambling and Gaming (Casino News Daily)
The Indian government is considering the introduction of a central law to regulate online betting, gambling, gaming, and lotteries. According to sources, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) recently discussed the matter in a high-level meeting attended by officials from various agencies, including the Intelligence Bureau. Government’s Focus on New Regulations The Indian Cyber Crime…
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Sheryl Crow and Tyrese Gibson Set to Headline at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto
n Sheryl Crow will headline in Toronto this summer n Great Canadian Toronto will also host summer concerts by Tyrese Gibson, ZZ Top, Bachman-Turner Overdrive, and Shania Twain, among others n n n The Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto has announced a summer entertainment lineup headlined by nine-time Grammy Award winner Sheryl Crow and R&B…
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NetBet Italy Adds Nazionale Elettronica’s Games to Its Platform (Casino News Daily)
NetBet Italy has strengthened its casino game selection by partnering with Nazionale Elettronica, a gaming provider based in Faenza. The collaboration brings a variety of locally developed slot titles to the platform, further expanding NetBet’s commitment to delivering content tailored to the Italian market. Nazionale Elettronica is known for its expertise in iGaming software and…
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Australia Tightens Gambling Laws, New Penalties & Ad Ban Debate (Casino News Daily)
The Western Australian Government has moved to strengthen gambling laws by increasing enforcement powers and introducing harsher penalties for those who violate regulations. The changes come in response to the Perth Casino Royal Commission’s findings, which highlighted weaknesses in existing laws. The amendments include steeper fines and tougher enforcement measures, particularly for those failing to…