AG’s office calls NV Energy’s new mandatory demand charge ‘unlawful’ Summary The Nevada Attorney General’s Bureau of Consumer Protection (BCP) has filed a petition asking the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) to reverse its approval of NV Energy’s newly authorised mandatory demand charge. The BCP argues the charge violates Nevada Revised Statute 704.085, which […]
KSA Chair Groothuizen Proposes the Creation of a Gambling Interpol Summary KSA chair Michel Groothuizen used his IAGR 2025 appearance (21 October) to suggest forming an international regulator — dubbed a “gambling Interpol” — to tackle the growing cross‑border illegal gambling market. He framed the proposal around the Netherlands’ own struggles: regulation aimed to channel […]
BGC warns gambling tax hike could wipe £3.1bn off UK economy Summary The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) commissioned EY-Parthenon to model the economic impact of several proposed gambling tax reforms ahead of the UK budget on 26 November. The report analyses four scenarios — aligning existing rates, the Social Market Foundation (SMF) proposal, the […]
Waterhouse VC: Find a wagering edge Summary Tom Waterhouse profiles Bernard Marantelli, a punter-turned-entrepreneur who has industrialised wagering edge. From early bookmaking roots in Melbourne through algorithmic trading on Betfair and a finance stint, Marantelli moved from exploiting inefficiencies personally to building products and businesses that monetise and institutionalise advantage. Key milestones covered include his […]
Doing Deals In Times Of Turbulence Summary The global M&A market is beginning to recover after a slow first half of the year driven by trade uncertainty, regulatory changes and geopolitical tensions. Sentiment has improved recently as macroeconomic conditions stabilise and market participants accept persistent uncertainty as a new normal. With more than $12 trillion […]
AG’s office calls NV Energy’s new mandatory demand charge ‘unlawful’ Summary The Nevada Attorney General’s Bureau of Consumer Protection (BCP) has filed a petition for reconsideration asking the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) to reverse its Sept. 16 approval of a new mandatory daily demand charge for Southern Nevada customers. The BCP argues the […]
BGC slams Gordon Brown-backed UK gambling tax hike Summary The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has condemned proposed UK gambling tax rises — including plans backed by former prime minister Gordon Brown — warning they pose a “direct threat” to jobs and the wider economy. The BGC commissioned Ernst & Young (EY) to assess proposals […]
NBA Commissioner Tackles Betting Scandal That Rocks the League Summary The NBA season’s opening week was overshadowed by federal indictments alleging unlawful betting and leaked inside information involving high-profile figures. Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups, Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and former player Damon Jones were arrested on charges tied to illegal betting, […]
Congress Asks NBA Commissioner to Explain Widening Gambling Investigation Summary Six members of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce have written to NBA Commissioner Adam Silver asking for a briefing by 31 October about an expanding federal gambling investigation that has implicated current and former NBA figures. The request follows arrests linked to two […]
Thailand’s Prime Minister Kills Poker, Intensifies Anti-Gambling Stance Summary Thailand’s new prime minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, who took office on 5 September, has shelved plans to legalise casino resorts and moved to effectively ban poker games, tournaments and related promotions across the country. The measure extends beyond organisers to advertisers and marketers, and follows a broader […]
