Russian Lawmakers Plan to Force Bookmakers to Pay ‘Gambling Addiction Rehabilitation Tax’ Summary Russian lawmakers are proposing a new tax that would make legal bookmakers contribute to the rehabilitation of gamblers suffering from addiction. The plan, spearheaded by Artem Metelev, Chairman of the State Duma’s Youth Policy Committee, is expected to be debated before the […]
Sun International to drive GrandWest footfall with R600m shopping centre Summary GrandWest Casino, South Africa’s largest casino, is set to enhance its offerings with a new R600m shopping centre, spanning approximately 22,000 m². Developed in collaboration with Flanagan & Gerard, the mall aims to complement the existing entertainment options available at the GrandWest Casino, which […]
Clarion Gaming reveals new ICE Research Institute initiative Summary Clarion Gaming is launching the new ICE Research Institute as part of its move to Barcelona, committing to an annual investment that aims to create a long-lasting positive impact within the gambling sector and local community. This initiative will focus on funding research into prevention and […]
Sun International to drive GrandWest footfall with R600m shopping centre Summary Sun International is launching a R600m shopping centre at GrandWest Casino, aimed at increasing footfall and enhancing the leisure experience. Covering approximately 22,000 m², the centre will feature around 60 stores including supermarkets and pharmacies, all linked directly to the casino complex. Source: Article […]
Colombia’s National Tax and Customs Authority drafts new tax measures to regulate online gambling Summary The National Tax and Customs Authority (DIAN) of Colombia is working with the Ministry of Finance to draft a framework aimed at regulating the online gambling sector. Proposed measures include introducing taxes on cryptocurrency transactions and online gambling to address […]
Italy Gaming Reforms to Slash iGaming in Half Summary Italy’s new gaming reforms aim to significantly reduce the number of active iGaming operators in the country. The recent tender process by Italy’s Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) shows a marked decrease in applications, with expectations that operators will drop from 81 to as few as […]
Russian Lawmakers Plan to Force Bookmakers to Pay ‘Gambling Addiction Rehabilitation Tax’ Summary Russian lawmakers are proposing a new tax on licensed bookmakers to fund the rehabilitation of gambling addiction. This initiative aims to collect a percentage of bookmakers’ income to support treatment and prevention efforts, including anti-gambling advertising on social media and innovative treatment […]
Report finds regulation of NSW gaming machines ineffective in supporting harm minimization outcomes Summary A report by the NSW Auditor-General has highlighted significant flaws in the regulation of gaming machines in NSW, showing that current measures are failing to effectively minimise gambling harm. Key concerns include slow progress in reducing the number of machines, poor […]
Clarion Gaming reveals new ICE Research Institute initiative Summary As ICE makes its mark in Barcelona, Clarion Gaming has launched the ICE Research Institute (IRI), a groundbreaking initiative aimed at supporting research on the societal impacts of the gambling industry. This project is a significant component of the larger ICE legacy programme, with an annual […]
Sun International to drive GrandWest footfall with R600m shopping centre Summary Sun International is set to enhance the GrandWest Casino experience by introducing a R600 million shopping centre spanning approximately 22,000 m². This new development is a collaboration with Flanagan & Gerard, aimed at diversifying the entertainment and retail offerings at GrandWest. According to Mervyn […]
