Casinos in Mississippi are facing a surge in scam attempts, wherein fraudsters exploit the image and branding of real casinos to lure unsuspecting individuals into online scams. These deceptive operators promise lucrative sign-up bonuses, such as $1,500, to entice users to disclose personal and financial information. Despite Mississippi’s regulation against online casinos, scammers are unperturbed, […]
The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on Myanmar’s Karen National Army (KNA) after uncovering allegations of their involvement in illegal casino operations and scams. The sanctions also target the militia’s leadership and their close relatives, blocking US assets and preventing American citizens from conducting business with them. The sanctions highlight the militia’s ties to […]
The Paraguayan government has formally established regulations for its new gambling law through a recent decree. This significant move follows President Santiago Peña’s enactment of Law 7483, aimed at revising the legal framework for gambling operations in the country. A notable change in this legislation includes the transition of Conajzar to the National Directorate of […]
The Antitrust Court in Chile, known as TDLC, has rejected Meier’s request to block competitors from participating in future casino licence tenders. This ruling comes as Meier, which operates the Talca Casino, has alleged that other companies are colluding to hinder fair competition. Source: G3 Newswire Key Points TDLC ruled against Meier’s urgent request to […]
Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies is moving forward with legislation aimed at outlawing bets on certain football events, addressing rising concerns over match-fixing practices. The proposed Bill 2,842/2023 targets individual actions during matches, such as yellow cards and fouls, to curb manipulation in the sport. Source: Yogonet International Key Points The new bill aims to ban […]
RG24seven Virtual Training is expanding its training offerings to include new sports betting courses, providing casino and gaming employees with vital knowledge on the fundamentals of sports betting, the legal landscape, ethics, marketing, and responsible gaming practices. This initiative is set to improve the industry’s credibility and ensure employees are well-informed. Source: G3 Newswire Key […]
Summary In a recent interview, Maarten Haijer, Secretary General of EGBA, emphasised the urgent need for Romania to introduce a national self-exclusion register for gambling. This measure is aimed at enhancing player protection and aligns with similar initiatives already adopted by 17 EU member states. The proposal was highlighted during an event at the Romanian […]
Canada’s gaming landscape is changing, as the rise of the black market has significantly impacted the monopoly model in the country. Paul Burns, the CEO of the Canadian Gaming Association, highlights this shift and urges regulators to act quickly. Key Points The rise of the unregulated iGaming market has effectively ended monopolies in Canada. Alberta […]
Summary SBObet’s parent company, Celton Manx, has officially surrendered its online gambling license in the Isle of Man as of the 9th of May. The company is now removed from the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission’s register of licensees and has not provided any explanation for this move. This decision adds to a trend […]
A 69-year-old former employee of the Miccosukee Casino in Miami has been arrested on charges of theft after allegedly cashing out gaming vouchers worth about $600. The Charges G.G.D. from Hialeah was taken into custody last Friday for allegedly stealing funds from casino gaming machines. He reportedly cashed out 13 gaming vouchers totaling $568.87. How […]
