Archive for June, 2018

Would a US Trade War with China Impact its Asian Casino Interests?

Would a US Trade War with China Impact its Asian Casino Interests?

President Donald Trump has already imposed $50 billion in tariffs on Chinese goods, and is currently threatening to increase that figure to $450 billion, accusing the East Asian country of technology theft and unfair trade practices. In the meantime, China has said that it would retaliate against such measures...
June 29th, 2018 By Stephen Smith
Sports Betting in Mississippi Clears Final Hurdle

Sports Betting in Mississippi Clears Final Hurdle

The Mississippi Gaming Commission approved regulations to permit sports betting within the state on Thursday, June 21, 2018. The new rules will come into effect on July 20, and we may see sportsbooks open up inside Mississippi casinos that same day. MS Sports Betting Details The organizations that will...
June 28th, 2018 By Charles Washington
UKGC Hits 32Red With £2M Fine Over Consumer Protection Violations

UKGC Hits 32Red With £2M Fine Over Consumer Protection Violations

Online gambling firm 32Red has been ordered to pay penalties amounting to £2 million by the United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC). Upon investigation, the UKGC found that 32Red, acquired by Swedish organization the Kindred Group in June 2017, failed to live up to its responsibilities to combat problem gaming...
June 25th, 2018 By Lucy Brown
Chinese Casino Investment Causing Tension in Cambodia

Chinese Casino Investment Causing Tension in Cambodia

The city of Sihanoukville has traditionally been one of Cambodia’s premier seaside resort, and each year attracts thousands of tourists looking to enjoy its beautiful beaches, well priced restaurants, and diverse recreational and leisure activities. In recent years, the city has also experienced a huge increase in investment from...
June 23rd, 2018 By Shane Larson
NY Sports Betting Bills Unlikely to Advance in 2018

NY Sports Betting Bills Unlikely to Advance in 2018

In the aftermath of the recent Murphy v. NCAA Supreme Court ruling, which invalidated the federal ban on sports betting, New York was expected to become a leading state in the race to legalize betting on sports. However, for a variety of political reasons, efforts to pass the necessary...
June 21st, 2018 By Stephen Smith
UK Government Delays FOBT Maximum Stake Reduction Until 2020

UK Government Delays FOBT Maximum Stake Reduction Until 2020

In May, the UK government responded to pressure to reign in the country’s fixed odd betting terminals (FOBTs) industry by reducing the maximum allowable stake on these machines from £100 per spin to just £2. The decision was made in order to address the highly addictive nature of these...
June 19th, 2018 By Charles Washington
Hennigan Wins 5th WSOP Bracelet, Ivey Competing at $50k Poker Players Championship

Hennigan Wins 5th WSOP Bracelet, Ivey Competing at $50k Poker Players Championship

Thirty out of seventy-eight official gold bracelet events have been completed so far at the 2018 WSOP, with the pros riding high in Las Vegas after adding further to their existing bracelet tallies. Counted amongst their numbers are Elio Fox, Nick Petrangelo, Justin Bonomo, Joe Cada, Paul Volpe and...
June 18th, 2018 By Lucy Brown
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