Russian Lawmakers Plan to Force Bookmakers to Pay ‘Gambling Addiction Rehabilitation Tax’ Summary Russian lawmakers are pushing for a new tax aimed at funding treatment for gambling addiction, requiring legal bookmakers to contribute a percentage of their income. Artem Metelev, the Chairman of the State Duma’s Youth Policy Committee, highlighted the urgency of addressing gambling […]
Sun International to drive GrandWest footfall with R600m shopping centre Summary Sun International is teaming up with Flanagan & Gerard to develop a R600 million shopping centre at GrandWest Casino, South Africa’s largest casino. The new centre will span approximately 22,000 m² and is designed to enhance the leisure and retail experience at the GrandWest […]
Italy Gaming Reforms to Slash iGaming in Half Summary Italy’s upcoming reforms in the online gaming sector are set to significantly reduce the number of iGaming operators. Experts suggest this is part of a government plan to consolidate and streamline the market. Recent tenders revealed a drop in applications, indicating a possible decrease in active […]
Nevada Board Gives Initial Approval to IGT-Everi Megadeal Summary The Nevada Gaming Control Board has given initial approval to one of the biggest mergers in the gaming supplier sector, with IGT and Everi poised to merge under Apollo Global Management. The deal, valued at $6.3 billion, aims to reshape the gaming landscape and is expected […]
Report finds regulation of NSW gaming machines ineffective in supporting harm minimization outcomes Summary A new report by the NSW Auditor-General unveils serious shortcomings in the state’s regulation of gaming machines, indicating that current efforts are failing to mitigate gambling harm effectively. Key issues highlighted include slow reductions in machine numbers, gaps in communication about […]
Clarion Gaming reveals new ICE Research Institute initiative Summary As ICE kicks off its Barcelona chapter, Clarion Gaming has announced a noteworthy initiative – the ICE Research Institute. This project is set to invest annually in addressing the social impacts of the gambling industry, collaborating with Fira Barcelona to create long-lasting benefits beyond the exhibition […]
Sun International to drive GrandWest footfall with R600m shopping centre Summary Sun International is set to enhance the GrandWest Casino experience by constructing a new R600 million shopping centre, covering approximately 22,000 m². This effort is a collaboration with developer Flanagan & Gerard, aiming to provide a diverse mix of leisure and retail offerings. Key […]
Casino Workers Urge NJ Governor Candidates to Back Smoking Ban Summary A group of Atlantic City casino workers is pushing for a complete ban on indoor smoking in casinos. They are urging governor candidates Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli to endorse this initiative. This push comes as part of ongoing efforts from the Casino Employees […]
Nevada board gives initial approval to IGT-Everi megadeal Summary The Nevada Gaming Control Board has granted initial approval for the much-anticipated merger between IGT and Everi, a deal potentially worth $6.3 billion. This merger, spearheaded by Apollo Global Management, is poised to reshape the gaming supplier landscape, consolidating the two companies’ strengths into one formidable […]
Report finds regulation of NSW gaming machines ineffective in supporting harm minimization outcomes Summary A report by the NSW Auditor-General has revealed the inadequacy of the regulation of gaming machines in NSW, showing it does little to support harm minimization. Key concerns include slow reductions in machine numbers, poor communication on harm outcomes, unreliable compliance […]
