Legislation aims to improve governance, prevent illegal activities and streamline oversight. Key points: – Draft bill introduced under President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s leadership as finance minister – Bill proposes repealing outdated gambling laws and forming a centralised regulatory body – Authority to focus on transparency, revenue collection and eliminating unlawful operations As reported by The…
251 suspects apprehended as new laws take effect. Key points: – Suspected illegal money changers intercepted fell by over 80% year-on-year – 157 cases of illegal currency exchange investigated in the first quarter – Two cross-border syndicates dismantled in March through joint police operations As reported by Macao Daily, the first quarter of 2025 saw a…
The Paris-based payments firm aims to address an underserved segment of Swiss players by offering secure cash-to-digital services via Twint and retail networks. Key points: Key points: – Neosurf launches in Switzerland to provide cash-based players with secure online payment options – Neosurf launches in Switzerland to provide cash-based players with secure online payment options…
Washoe and Elko counties post growth, but statewide figures dip for second consecutive month. Key points: Key points: – Total April 2025 gaming revenue declined 0.5% year-on-year to $1.2bn – Total April 2025 gaming revenue declined 0.5% year-on-year to $1.2bn – Las Vegas Strip revenue dropped 2.9% to $646.9m – Las Vegas Strip revenue dropped…
The resignations precede a government directive for all state-run corporations to tender their resignations, allowing President Marcos Jr to reorganise the bureaucracy. Key points: Key points: – PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro H Tengco and the full board submitted their courtesy resignations last week – PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro H Tengco and the full board submitted their…
Fraud cases lead as police target underground currency exchange operations. Key points: – 567 gambling-related investigations in Q1 2025, up over 60% – 132 cases involved illegal currency exchange for gambling – Over 80% of both suspects and victims were non-residents As reported by Macao Daily, Macau recorded 567 gambling-related criminal investigations in the first…
Joint statement urges Senate to reassess betting ad restrictions impacting sport, with potential RL1.6bn ($0.28bn) loss cited. Key points: Key points: – Brazilian football clubs warn that proposed changes to Bill No. 2,985/23 could lead to financial and legal disruption across the sporting sector – An amendment by Senator Romário is supported as a practical…
Spain was the company’s leading market, with overall EBITDA also up 9.1%. Key points: Key points: – Cirsa has reported a year-on-year revenue rise of 12.5% to €576.7m – Cirsa has reported a year-on-year revenue rise of 12.5% to €576.7m – EBITDA also rose by 9.1%, with net debt totaling almost €3bn – EBITDA also rose…
Both entities received formal warnings under section 64A of the IGA. Key points: – ACMA has formally warned Hollycorn N.V. and Dama N.V. for offering unlicensed gambling services to Australian customers – Both companies breached provisions of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 – The warnings are part of ACMA’s ongoing campaign to combat illegal offshore…
The NRAS outlines the Island’s approach to managing risk within high-exposure industries, especially in response to threats emerging from East and Southeast Asia. Key points: – The Isle of Man has published a National Risk Appetite Statement to guide risk management in eGaming and related sectors – The move responds to international pressure, including UNODC…
