Authorities in Brazil are investigating a digital influencer from Bahia for her alleged role in running illegal raffles, online gambling, and money laundering operations The 46-year-old woman, known online as Lene Modas, is accused of using her social media presence to promote unlicensed betting disguised as fashion giveaways Good to..

Japan’s new leader, Sanae Takaichi, has called for the revival of integrated resort (IR) development as a key part of her government’s economic strategy The move marks a return to a vision once championed by her political mentor, the late Shinzo Abe Good to Know Takaichi has directed Tourism Minister Yasushi Kaneko to resume the IR..

ntegrated resorts and casino destinations have played an important role in the Philippines’ post-pandemic economic recovery, according to the head of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (Pagcor) Speaking at a hospitality forum, chairman and chief executive Alejandro Tengco highlighted how tourism, entertainment, and gaming are working..

Online gaming policy in India continues to draw national attention A public interest litigation (PIL) calling for strict enforcement of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 has now reached the Supreme Court, which has asked the central government to review the petition and respond Good to Know Petition seeks..

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has imposed $72,000 in fines across three separate consent agreements, citing regulatory violations at two casinos and one video gaming terminal establishment The penalties, presented by the Board’s Office of Enforcement Counsel (OEC), highlight continued enforcement of compliance and player..

Boyd Gaming closed out the third quarter of 2025 with a milestone achievement — the strongest balance sheet in company history The casino and hospitality group saw steady growth across several segments, though softer tourism in Las Vegas weighed slightly on its results Good to Know Boyd reported $1 billion in Q3 revenue, up 4% year..

A dispute over gambling reform in Croatia has reached Brussels after the European Gambling and Amusement Federation (EUROMAT) filed a formal complaint with the European Commission The organization claims the Croatian government breached EU law by failing to notify the Commission about amendments to its Gambling Act introduced earlier this..

Ohio’s latest talks on legalizing online casinos and digital lottery games may not go anywhere soon Top state lawmakers now say those efforts are off the table for the current session, citing an already crowded gambling landscape Good to Know House Speaker Matt Huffman says no iGaming or iLottery bills will move forward this..

Chicago’s recent talk about a new sports betting tax might soon become irrelevant if lawmakers in Springfield get their way As city officials explore a 1025% local betting tax as part of the 2026 budget, the state legislature is moving to make sure only Illinois—not its cities—has the authority to regulate or tax wagering Good to..

Wyoming legislators are moving to give cities and towns more control over gambling facilities, including simulcast wagering and historic horse racing (HHR) operations, shifting decision-making power away from counties Good to Know The new bill would require city or town consent for HHR and simulcasting permits Wyoming currently..

Australia’s communications regulator has ordered a fresh wave of gambling site bans as it continues to tighten enforcement of national gaming laws Good to Know Seven new websites have been blocked for breaching the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 Over 1,300 illegal sites have been restricted since late 2019 More than 220..

Michigan’s online gaming sector continued to show resilience in September 2025, with the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) reporting steady performance across the iGaming and sports betting markets Good to Know Total revenue from iGaming and sports betting reached $3027 million in September Online casinos accounted for more..

Media company Newsmax Inc has joined a growing wave of public firms adding cryptocurrency to their balance sheets The company announced on October 16 that its board approved a strategic digital asset purchase plan of up to $5 million, aimed at acquiring bitcoin and Trump Coin over the next 12 months, depending on market conditions Good to..

MGM Resorts International has agreed to sell the operations of MGM Northfield Park to Clairvest Group for $546 million in cash, marking another step in the company’s long-term strategy to focus on its digital and global projects Good to Know The sale will reduce MGM’s master lease payments to VICI Properties by $54 million..

The Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin has finalized a $610 million financing deal to fund the construction of its long-awaited casino resort in Beloit, one of the largest tribal gaming transactions completed in recent years Good to Know The financing includes a $305 million revolving credit facility and a $305 million delayed-draw term..

The gaming authority of Curaçao is now under direct oversight from Prime Minister Gilmar Pisas following the resignation of the entire supervisory board in mid-September Local media report that the newly formed Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) has been left without its top governing body only months after beginning operations under a modernized..

MGM Resorts has walked away from its Empire City Casino expansion plan in Yonkers after determining that the project no longer met its financial goals The decision came right on the deadline for submitting tax rate proposals to the New York Gaming Commission, reshaping the race for the city’s three available casino licenses Good to..

Allwyn has confirmed a major merger with Greek gaming group OPAP, forming one of the largest listed entertainment companies in the world The move builds on a decade-long partnership and strengthens Allwyn’s reach across Europe and North America Good to Know The deal values the combined group at around $1856 billion The merged..

Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has renewed efforts to legalize poker, blackjack, and commercial bingo as part of a broader strategy to strengthen city finances and attract visitors during a period of economic uncertainty Good to Know The proposal, called the Poker and Blackjack Gaming Authorization Act of 2025, would allow..

The long-awaited selection process for New York’s new downstate casino licenses has entered its final phase After months of community hearings and debate, four proposals remain under review, with a decision expected by December 1 Good to Know Four bids are still in contention: Hard Rock and Resorts World in Queens, Bally in the..