2301 stories by Erik Gibbs
Australians Face Million-Dollar Fines for Running Illegal Online Poker Rooms
Online poker remains illegal in Australia, even as it finds a legitimate place in many developed countries. Because of its status, two men and a company face serious fines for offering online cardrooms. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) announced that...
Gambling on Hares Is a Thing in the UK and It’s Feeding an Illegal Market in China
Illegal hare hunts have become an issue in the UK. They are live-streamed for gambling purposes, but MPs hope to bring the practice to an end through new legislation. The practice known as hare coursing is finding new life in the UK....
England Adds New Soccer Regulator to Improve the Sport’s Relationship with Fans
The UK's Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport is introducing a new entity to the country's soccer world. An "independent regulator" will arrive to improve the sport's relationship with its fans. British soccer needs an ombudsman. Although the country has been...
Placing Sports Bets from Your Car Could Be Just a Voice Command Away
As sports betting continues to evolve, being able to place a wager anytime and anywhere becomes more important. Simplebet is helping take the concept to a new level, and placing wagers while driving could soon be a reality. Online sportsbooks give bettors...
Norwegian, Dutch Gaming Markets Face Greater Gaming Restrictions
Some observers claim that proposed changes to the gaming industries in Norway and the Netherlands would do little to create more robust markets. Greater restrictions threaten to increase the search for unlicensed gaming operators. Responsible gaming is a noble concept that all...
Former Star Entertainment Boss to Face New South Wales Grilling This Week
New South Wales continues its investigation into Star Entertainment's alleged mismanagement of regulations this week. Matt Bekier, the casino operator's former CEO, is now going to be in the hot seat. New South Wales (NSW) has already heard several Star Entertainment executives...
Brazil Carnival to Add a Casino for the First Time
Brazil lawmakers are still trying to figure out if legalized casinos deserve a place in the country. While they debate the issue, one particular state added a casino to its annual carnival, a tradition for which Brazil is famous. Brazil is known...
Macau Presents New Tourism Tax Scheme, Raises Questions
Macau is closing in on one of the largest gambling law reforms in its history. Casino operators are entering an unknown era, and changes to tourism tax laws could cause additional concerns. Macau lawmakers will soon reveal the final outline of its...
Kenya to Bring Back Gambling Tax That Almost Killed the Industry Three Years Ago
Kenya is considering changes to the taxes the gambling industry must pay. The country could bring back the same controversial tax rate that virtually shut down the industry three years ago. In 2019, SportPesa pulled its online sportsbook out of Kenya. The...
Singapore Casinos See Relief as Country Set to Remove All COVID-19 Restrictions
Singapore is dropping all COVID-19-related restrictions as of April 26. This is good news for casinos, which will now be able to welcome gamblers without any hassle. Since February 2020, Singapore has been following strict COVID-19 controls under the Minister of Health's...
