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Pennsylvania Lawmakers Renew Push for Regulation of Unlicensed Gambling Machines

Lawmakers in Pennsylvania are reigniting a contentious debate about so-called skill games—unregulated and untaxed gambling machines that have become ubiquitous in bars, restaurants, and convenience stores across the state. This renewed effort to impose regulations and taxes suggests the matter will once again dominate legislative discussions. Skill Games: A Persistent Problem Skill games, which resemble traditional…

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Quebec online gaming industry debate

Coalition of Operators Challenges Loto-Québec’s Declining Financial Performance

The Quebec Online Gaming Coalition (QOGC) has sparked a renewed debate on the future of online gaming in the province, questioning the sustainability of Loto-Québec’s monopoly model. With its spokesperson Ariane Gauthier at the helm, the coalition is advocating for an Ontario-style regulatory framework, arguing it could bolster revenue and better protect players. Loto-Québec’s Numbers in…

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Phil Hellmuth poker tournament win

Poker Legend Phil Hellmuth Partners with Rush Street Interactive in Game-Changing Collaboration

Phil Hellmuth, the iconic poker champion and holder of a record-breaking 17 World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelets, has embarked on a major partnership with Rush Street Interactive (RSI). Joining RSI's BetRivers brand as a brand and content partner, Hellmuth aims to bring a unique flavour of entertainment and expertise to casino, sportsbook, and poker…

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Thailand gambling casino draft law approval

Thailand Cabinet Approves Draft Casino and Gambling Law

Thailand’s cabinet has taken a significant step toward transforming the nation’s gambling landscape by approving a draft law to legalise casinos. The move, announced on 13 January, signals a potential shift in Thailand’s stringent gambling policies, which currently allow only limited forms of legal betting. The Integrated Entertainment Business Act: What’s Next? The draft law, officially…

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Denmark gambling industry map

Stake Eyes Denmark Expansion with MocinoPlay Acquisition

Global online gambling operator Stake is making a bold move into Denmark by acquiring MocinoPlay, the operator behind the VinderCasino brand. While the financial details remain under wraps, the deal hinges on approval from Denmark’s regulator, Spillemyndigheden. Stake has not revealed when it expects to close the acquisition. This potential acquisition is part of Stake’s larger…

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Las Vegas Strip night skyline

Las Vegas Strip Gaming Revenue Predicted to Decline in December but Analysts Remain Optimistic for 2025

The Las Vegas Strip is expected to report its sixth consecutive month of year-over-year gaming revenue declines when December's figures are released later this month. However, analysts remain optimistic about the Strip's future, especially as 2025 approaches with promising growth projections. A Tough Year for the Strip’s Revenue The Strip’s gaming revenue for November 2024 reached…

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Senate Judiciary Committee gambling hearing

Veteran Casino Executive Warns of Federal Regulation Looming for Online Gambling

The debate over federal oversight in the booming online gambling and sports betting industries has moved beyond whispers, as a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on the topic signaled potential regulatory shifts. Richard Schuetz, CEO of American Bettors’ Voice and a veteran of the gambling industry, recently outlined his views on what may come next. Regulatory Oversight:…

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