Chunghwa and Astranis build Taiwan-focused satellite Chunghwa Telecom has teamed up with Astranis to develop a geostationary satellite specifically dedicated to Taiwan. This initiative marks a significant shift in Chunghwa’s strategy as it aims to bolster network coverage and resilience, with a scheduled launch by the end of 2025. Source: Telecoms Tech News Key Points […]
Temu and Shein raise prices as new US tariffs hit costs Temu and Shein, the go-to online platforms for budget shoppers, are set to increase their prices due to the latest US trade tariffs. Starting from April 25, the two retailers will adjust their prices, which have been influenced by recent changes in import regulations. […]
“`html Brazil’s Central Bank says it lacks power to block illegal betting transactions Summary The President of Brazil’s Central Bank, Gabriel Galípolo, recently informed lawmakers that the bank does not possess the legal authority to block illegal betting activities. He explained that the responsibility for regulating betting lies solely with the Secretariat of Prizes and […]
“`html Campaign contributions are part of the picture as Hawaii debates gambling proposals Summary Hawaii’s digital betting bill, HB 1308, is making progress despite heavy opposition from various government agencies and Native Hawaiian groups. The proposal permits four digital sports betting platforms without any retail locations. Opposition primarily stems from state agencies such as the […]
“`html Brazil’s Parliamentary Inquiry into Match Fixing and Betting Approves Final Report After nearly a year of investigation, Brazil’s Parliamentary Inquiry Commission (CPI) on the Manipulation of Sports Games and Betting has approved its final report. The report includes significant recommendations aimed at improving legislation to tackle match-fixing and betting fraud in the country. Key […]
“`html 15-day public hearing brings positive response on Thailand’s casino prospects Thailand’s Ministry of Finance has revealed that a recent 15-day public hearing regarding the country’s draft Entertainment Complex Bill received overwhelming support, with 80.75% of the 71,289 participants in favour of introducing casinos. However, there were notable concerns regarding the proposed regulations, specifically the […]
“`html CJEU ruling confirms essential nature of EU notification procedure for gambling regulation Summary A recent ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has reaffirmed the critical role of the EU notification procedure in regulating gambling legislation. The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) highlights the importance of this process for […]
“`html ANALOME Fights Back Against Brazil’s Federal Betting Domain Rule ANALOME, Brazil’s National Association of Municipal and State Lotteries, has raised objections against a recent regulation from the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets that mandates legal betting operations to utilise the “.bet.br” domain. The association argues that the rule introduces legal ambiguity for compliant operators […]
“`html California tribes file lawsuit challenging approval of Scotts Valley Casino project The United Auburn Indian Community (UAIC), along with the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation and the Kletsel Dehe Band of Wintun Indians, has filed a lawsuit against the US Department of the Interior (DOI) over the approval of a casino project on Patwin ancestral […]
“`html Bet365 Exits Chinese Sports Betting Market Bet365 has announced that it will stop taking bets from Chinese customers effective 27 March 2025. The online sportsbook is shifting its focus towards growth in regulated markets such as the US and Brazil, leaving behind its previous engagement in a challenging Chinese grey market. Key Points Bet365 […]
