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Nagasaki Launches IR Briefings as Planned, Wakayama Facing Delays
Japan's plan to bring integrated resorts (IR) and casino gambling to the country is moving forward. However, there are still plenty of hurdles that have to be crossed. Nagasaki and Wakayama are making progress with their IR projects, although not without some...
New UK ‘Gambling Capital’ Linked to Poverty
The borough of Knowsley leads the UK in gambling activity. This was found in a recent study conducted by the UK's Public Health England. The study found that more people in the borough gamble regularly than anywhere else in the country. The...
Codere Restructuring Complete, Asset Sale Likely to Start Soon
Codere SA confirmed that it's financial restructuring, which was initiated earlier in the year, is now complete. The planned liquidation for the international gambling company is expected to start shortly. Codere SA will lose its position as the parent company for the...
Mattress Mack Bets $2M on +2300 New England Patriots to Win the Super Bowl
“Mattress Mack” has made some big bets over the past few years. But the Houston businessman and noted sports bettor made a huge one just a few days ago. If it hits, he’ll walk away netting $46 million. Mack, whose name is...
New York Tracks, Arenas Would Get Sports Betting Under Sen. Addabbo’s Bill
This article has been updated to include a comment from a NYRA official on New York sports betting and clarify the availability of kiosks at Empire City and Yonkers. Sports betting in New York is getting ready to expand, thanks to...
Nevada Gaming Control Board Hears Sightline Call for Online Verification of Wagering Apps
Nevada regulations regarding cashless gaming and other technical solutions may be changing. That's thanks to a proposal by Sightline Payments that was the focus of a Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) work session earlier this week. The Las Vegas-based financial technology company...
Chicago Reveals Details on Billion-Dollar Casino Bids, Presentations Set for Dec. 16
The companies behind the five proposals for Chicago’s casino-resort project will get a chance to present their plans to the public on Dec. 16. That’s according to a release from city officials on Friday that included more details about each of the...
The UKGC Seeks Public Input on Its Policies and Procedures
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) launched a consultation today, asking for input on its licensing and compliance policies. The consultation will remain open until February 9. The UKGC is seeking feedback in order to assess its principles and ensure transparency for licensed...
Ukraine Gaming Operators Frustrated as Government Delays on New Tax Structure
The Verkhovna Rada's final hearing on the Tax Bill of the Ukraine Gambling Law was postponed until the end of November. While it is normal that legislative bodies delay finalizing bills, Ukraine has been sitting on this issue since August. The final...
Fewer EGMs Mean Less Gambling Addiction, Asserts Western Australia Study
Western Australia has the highest number of gamblers, but the lowest levels of problem gambling. That's according to recent research, as reported by Australia's ABC News. The study says the anomaly has one reason only -- the territory has fewer electronic gaming...
