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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Italy Welcomes New Online Gambling Licensing Regime with Comprehensive Reforms

The nine-year licensing system plans to modernize Italy’s gambling regulations while contributing generously to the government’s revenue.
12/21/2024
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Night Lights in Osaka, Japan
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Japan Casino Regulatory Commission Takes Shape with New Members

Japan's Parliament approved the appointment of new commission members as part of a five-year service rotation while MGM Osaka construction advances.
12/20/2024
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The Parliament Building of Curacao
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Curacao Parliament Refines Gambling Law Amid a Licensing Scandal

The jurisdiction intends to rebuild its reputation in the global gambling community with a newly revamped gaming authority for better oversight.
12/19/2024
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Indonesia Witnesses Increase of Outbound Nationals Seeking Online Gambling Jobs

Reports indicate that the number of Indonesians registering with the country’s embassy in Cambodia has increased more than six-fold.
12/18/2024
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The Sydney Opera House in Sydney, New South Whales
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

NSW Launches Compliance Operation to Keep Minors Out of Casinos

The Liquor & Gaming NSW-led compliance operation is to restrict underage individuals from accessing casinos to gamble or consume alcohol.
12/17/2024
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AUSTRAC Announces Legal Action Against Entain Group Over AML Failures

The civil penalty proceedings highlight serious and systemic non-compliance by the gaming company with Australia’s AML and CTF laws.
12/17/2024
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Assorted Donuts
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Hacksaw Gaming Releases Playfully Presented Donut Division Slot

The medium volatility slot features a decent maximum fixed jackpot potential of up to 12,500x the wager, which can be up to $100 per round.
12/15/2024
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Aerial view of Macau at night
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Mainland China and Macau Intensify Efforts Against Illicit Money Exchange Syndicates

The Ministry of Public Security reported over 260 syndicate busts and as much as US$110 billion identified in the money tout crackdown.
12/15/2024
World
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Philippines Expecting Underground POGO Operations Once the Ban Takes Effect

Guerilla operations will likely flourish once all licensed POGOs have been faced out and the government pledges to go after them.
12/13/2024
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Tall Towers in Eastwood City, the Philippines
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

The Philippines Gambling Industry on Track for US$6.03 billion in 2024 GGR

PAGCOR's chairman confirmed that the country's gaming revenue will likely set a record of 350 billion pesos driven by the electronic gaming sector.
12/12/2024
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