Newport World Resorts (NWR) has reported a significant uptick in its financial performance in the first quarter of 2025. The operator of Manila’s NWR achieved an impressive 42% increase in its Adjusted EBITDA, with gross gaming revenue also on the rise, contrasting sharply with broader challenges faced by the gaming sector in Manila. Key Points […]
Summary The Brazilian Ministry of Sports has partnered with the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) to enhance the integrity of sports betting in Brazil. This collaboration focuses on sharing information regarding suspicious betting activities and supporting integrity-related investigations. With IBIA covering over 70% of Brazil’s licensed remote gambling market, this agreement is crucial as Brazil’s […]
Summary The Nevada Gaming Control Board has slapped Wynn Resorts with a hefty $5.5 million fine due to their unregistered international money transmissions at their Las Vegas hotels. This is not the first time such fines have been issued, as the Nevada Gaming Commission has also penalised MGM Resorts and Resorts World Las Vegas in […]
The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has firmly opposed any plans to legalise casinos in Indonesia, following a suggestion from a lawmaker. Galih Kartasasmita, a member of the Golkar Party, noted that the UAE is moving towards legal casinos, arguing that Indonesia could benefit similarly. However, MUI emphasised the importance of cultural and religious traditions, advising […]
Summary TGP Europe has exited the British gambling market after a Commission investigation revealed serious regulatory breaches. The company surrendered its licence following a £3.3 million penalty for failing to conduct proper due diligence and breaching anti-money laundering (AML) rules. The investigation highlighted TGP’s deficiencies in checking third-party ownership and funding sources, as well as […]
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has hit PointsBet with a hefty fine of AUD 500,800 for breaching spam and self-exclusion laws. PointsBet’s blunder included sending promotional emails to consumers who had opted for self-exclusion, illustrating a severe disregard for consumer protection laws. Key Points PointsBet fined AUD 500,800 for spam violations and contacting […]
In my experience, many organisations still treat player protection as a function of compliance or customer operations, not as a board-level concern. Harm indicators are escalated through risk committees or departmental reports, but often with limited interrogation at executive level. This creates a dangerous distance between governance and accountability. When the business of gambling generates […]
Summary In 2024, US commercial gaming revenue reached a remarkable $72 billion, marking the fourth consecutive record year as reported by the American Gaming Association (AGA). Although more than half of the states achieved all-time highs, economic uncertainties are raising concerns among industry executives regarding future performance. Key Points US gaming revenue soared by 7.5% […]
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is taking a strong stand against unregulated online gambling sites. They have contacted numerous media platforms, urging them to halt the promotion of these sites, such as Bodog, which target Ontario residents despite being unregistered. The AGCO emphasises the importance of player protection and the need for […]
South Korean authorities are investigating a man suspected of collaborating with North Korean hackers to establish illegal gambling websites, allegedly making billions of won in profits. The Seoul Central District Prosecutors’ Office is interrogating a man in his 50s who allegedly communicated with the hackers via the Telegram app before launching the site. Source: CasinoBeats […]
