Summary The Secretary of the Interior of Mexico, Rosa Icela Rodríguez Velázquez, has publicly stated that no new permits for casinos have been granted under the current administration. This marks a significant shift from the previous government, where some permits were issued due to court orders. During a recent press conference, Rodríguez detailed her meetings […]
The owner of Betnacional, NSX Group, has dodged a suspension as a judge ruled that there wasn’t enough evidence to support claims of violating underage betting regulations. This decision allows NSX Group to continue its operations in Brazil while a lawsuit continues, which demands a hefty collective moral damages of BRL500 million ($88.3 million). Source: […]
Betting and Gaming Council’s Wes Himes argues that recent calls for gambling regulation reform in the UK are overshadowing the existing white paper. The piece highlights how these pressures fail to acknowledge the monumental significance and the immediate impacts of the proposals which were only recently enacted. Source: Article URL Key Points The government has […]
Summary The proposal for Caesars Palace Times Square has garnered significant support from local union representatives during a recent public hearing hosted by the New York State Gaming Commission. As the project undergoes environmental reviews, stakeholders shared their insights on the potential positive impacts of the proposal, which seeks to transform an existing office tower […]
The Office for Statistics Regulation (OSR) has conducted a thorough review of the Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB), and the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has embraced their findings, ready to act on useful recommendations to enhance the survey’s quality and transparency. Source: Gambling News Key Points The OSR commended the GSGB for its transparency […]
Summary In 2024, Japanese citizens reportedly placed an astonishing JPY6.45 trillion (approximately US$45 billion) in bets on international sports via illegal offshore sites, marking a significant increase compared to their number of bets on domestic online casinos, which was roughly five times lower. These figures were compiled by the Council for Sports Ecosystem Promotion from […]
The gaming industry is finding its feet as it navigates the rollercoaster of tariffs imposed during trade tensions. With lessons learned from the pandemic, developers and casino operators are tackling the challenges posed by fluctuating costs and supply chain disruptions. Key Points Tariffs have fluctuated, with countries facing 10% to 25% on goods entering the […]
Merkur Group has made a significant move by securing a license to manufacture and distribute gaming products in Nevada, part of the highly competitive US casino market. This not only allows them to re-enter a market they left in the early 2000s but also includes the acquisition of Gaming Arts LLC, enhancing their presence in […]
Summary In an evolving employment landscape, understanding right to work compliance is crucial for UK businesses. Natalie Ellis delves into the latest guidance on right to work checks, emphasising the legal obligations that employers must fulfil. With rising penalties for non-compliance, especially amidst evolving government immigration policies, there is a pressing need for businesses to […]
A recent analysis of data from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reveals that women are significantly more likely than men to take time off work because of stress, anxiety, or depression. The study indicates that female employees lost an average of 0.91 days each year due to these issues, while their male counterparts averaged […]
