The NBA has confirmed that Miami Heat player Terry Rozier is now part of an ongoing federal investigation into unusual betting activity linked to a March 2023 game between the Charlotte Hornets and the New Orleans Pelicans. Rozier, then a member of the Hornets, was involved in the game where bettors raised concerns over his early exit after just nine minutes of play. The investigation is being led...
Alberta’s government has recently taken a significant step in reshaping the province’s gambling landscape, creating both concerns and optimism. On one hand, the government’s decision to cut funding for key addiction resources has caused frustration among advocates, while on the other, it is actively working to expand the online gambling sector by allowing private operators to enter the market. This shift aims to replicate...
The Nevada Gaming Commission is currently deliberating over the penalties to be imposed on Nicole Bowyer, the wife of an illegal bookmaker involved in a high-profile gambling scandal. The delay comes as the Commission seeks to impose stricter penalties in light of Bowyer’s role in her husband’s unlawful activities. Delayed decision on penalties for Nicole Bowyer: The Nevada Gaming Commission held a hearing Thursday to...
The debate over whether to lift Nevada’s longstanding prohibition on lotteries is reigniting as state lawmakers prepare to reconsider a proposed constitutional amendment. While the measure, known as AJR5, secured legislative approval in 2023, it requires a second round of votes before potentially reaching the 2026 ballot. However, strong opposition from the state’s casino industry could present a major hurdle....
A United Kingdom High Court ruling has determined that Sky Betting & Gaming, a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment, unlawfully collected and utilized a customer’s data for marketing without obtaining proper consent. The decision, issued by Justice Collins Rice, concluded that Bonne Terre Ltd., the operator behind Sky Betting, breached UK data protection laws by using cookies to gather and process...
VMS Group, a Hong Kong-based investment firm, has officially taken control of a 75% stake in Hoi An South Development Ltd. (HASD), the entity responsible for managing Hoiana Resort & Golf in Vietnam’s Quang Nam Province. This shift follows a major restructuring effort and capital infusion aimed at accelerating the development of the integrated resort. The company’s ownership restructuring is part of an overall...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has achieved an exceptional financial milestone, reporting an all-time high of PHP 112 billion in revenue for 2024. This figure marks a significant 41% increase from the PHP 79 billion recorded in 2023, with the growth largely driven by the outstanding performance of the Electronic Games (E-Games) sector. This surge reflects a broader trend in the gaming industry, where digital platforms...
The National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL) has emphasized that online gambling platforms in Brazil are strictly for adults aged 18 and older. This warning comes as part of an ongoing effort to prevent minors from accessing betting sites, with the association urging parents and guardians to cooperate in enforcing these age restrictions. Age restrictions and legal framework: According to the ANJL, legal gambling...
A proposed $300 million casino resort in Grand Forks, North Dakota, is sparking both excitement and concern as city officials and tribal leaders discuss the potential for significant economic benefits and the necessary infrastructure adjustments. The Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, which recently acquired 146 acres of land just off Interstate 29, is pushing forward with plans for a large-scale entertainment complex that would include...
A bill that could bring a casino to Fairfax County has advanced in the Virginia State Senate. The legislation, known as Senate Bill 982, successfully passed through the Senate Finance Committee and is now set for a full Senate vote later in the General Assembly session. If enacted, the bill would authorize Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors to place a...