Oklahoma Governor Vetoes Sweepstakes Ban and Senate Rejects Legal
Gambling in Oklahoma is set to remain in a gray area for the foreseeable future, as Governor Kevin Stitt vetoed a ban on sweepstakes casinos.
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Colorado House backs amended sports betting bill
Colorado legislators moved closer to major changes to the state’s sports betting laws after House members sent an amended measure back to the Senate, but the bill is up against the clock.
Russian Police Chief Accused of Taking $29,000 in Bribes from Illegal
A Russian police chief took $29,000 in bribes from gambling den operators, say prosecutors in the city of Samara.
Law Professor: CFTC Ideal for Prediction Market Regulation
Melinda Roth, a law professor, believes the CFTC is the right regulatory body for prediction markets.
Arizona Manhunt for Individual Who Staged Kidnapping Over Gambling
A 33-year-old from Prescott, Arizona, US, has been convicted in a cartel kidnapping hoax that could beat any Hollywood movie script right now.
New York State Gaming Commission Launches 'Unlawful Gambling = Risky
The New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) has launched a new campaign to educate residents and visitors about the risks associated with unlawful gambling.
South Korean Prime Minister Urges Gaming Regulator to Establish Youth
South Korean Prime Minister Kim Min-seok has instructed the nation’s gambling regulator to address the increase in youth gambling by establishing a 'safety net.'
UK Regulator to Tighten Gaming Machine Rules and Crack Down on Illegal
The UK Gambling Commission is set to tighten rules on non-compliant gaming machines and step up enforcement against illegal land-based gambling.
Minister Guimarães Discusses Brazil's Online Betting Sector Measures
Brazil’s Minister of Institutional Relations, José Guimarães, said the government has yet to define how it will address the country’s online betting sector amid growing concerns over problem gambling.
IBJR Warns Unlicensed Betting Threatens Desenrola 2.0
The Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming has warned that Brazil’s Desenrola 2.0 program could fall short of its financial protection objectives unless authorities take stronger action against unlicensed betting operators.
New Jersey Bill Aims to Restrict Sportsbook Bonus Offers
A new bill introduced in New Jersey aims to ban sportsbooks from providing bonuses or promotions to players who register for responsible gambling tools.
NYS Gaming Commission Warns Against Illegal Online Gambling
The New York State Gaming Commission has launched a new campaign warning residents about the dangers of illegal online gambling.