Sun International to drive GrandWest footfall with R600m shopping centre

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 […]

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Colombia’s National Tax and Customs Authority drafts new tax measures to regulate online gambling

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 […]

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Italy Gaming Reforms to Slash iGaming in Half

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 […]

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Russian Lawmakers Plan to Force Bookmakers to Pay ‘Gambling Addiction Rehabilitation Tax’

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 […]

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Report finds regulation of NSW gaming machines ineffective in supporting harm minimization outcomes

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 […]

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Sun International to drive GrandWest footfall with R600m shopping centre

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 […]

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Russian Lawmakers Plan to Force Bookmakers to Pay ‘Gambling Addiction Rehabilitation Tax’

Russian Lawmakers Plan to Force Bookmakers to Pay ‘Gambling Addiction Rehabilitation Tax’ Summary Russian lawmakers are advocating for a new tax to be levied on legal bookmakers, aimed at funding treatment for gambling addiction. The proposal, spearheaded by Artem Metelev, Chairman of the State Duma’s Youth Policy Committee, is set for debate by the end […]

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Nevada board gives initial approval to IGT-Everi megadeal

Nevada board gives initial approval to IGT-Everi megadeal Summary The Nevada Gaming Control Board has granted initial approval for the significant merger between IGT and Everi, which could reshape the gaming supplier landscape. The merger, valued at $6.3 billion and facilitated by Apollo Global Management, aims to combine IGT’s gaming operations with Everi’s technology. The […]

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