Regulation

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  Ban on sponsorship by gambling companies proposed in Lithuania Europe Regulation

  A ban on sponsorship by gambling companies is proposed to be introduced in Lithuania. Corresponding amendments to the Law on Gambling have been prepared by members of the Parliament of the Baltic country. 

  February 18, 2024
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  Gambling bills passed by Alabama House of Representatives Regulation

  The Alabama House of Representatives last Thursday passed a package of bills aimed at legalizing retail and online sports betting, as well as the state lottery and casino.

  February 17, 2024
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  Applications for online gambling permits opened in Peru Latin America Regulation

  Peru has opened applications for permits for online sports betting and online casino operators. According to the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism of Peru (Mincetur), two types of licenses will be issued in the country.

  February 15, 2024
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  Lifting of ban on sports betting postponed in Albania Europe Regulation

  In Albania, the lifting of the ban on sports betting has been postponed. Recently, at a plenary meeting of the Assembly, the bill on the return of sports betting was removed from the agenda at the request of the parliamentary faction of the Socialist Party.

  February 14, 2024
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  Ghanaian presidential candidate proposes to abolish tax on gambling winnings Regulation Ghana

  Ghana's Vice President Dr Mahamadu Bawumia has promised to abolish the tax on gambling winnings if he is elected head of state. The presidential candidate said this last Wednesday while presenting a plan for the development of Ghana's economy.

  February 9, 2024
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  Georgia Senate passes online sports betting bill Regulation

  The Georgia Senate passed a bill on sports betting.  35 senators voted for the document with 15 votes cast against it.

  February 8, 2024
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  Uganda launches online system to monitor gaming and betting sector Regulation Uganda

  The Government of Uganda, in partnership with Comtrade D.O.O and MTA Computers Ltd, has developed a National Central Electronic Monitoring System (NCEMS) to regulate the gaming and betting industry. 

  February 4, 2024
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  Online sports betting will launch in North Carolina from 11 March Regulation

  On 11 March, North Carolina will start accepting online sports betting. This was announced the other day by the US state's Lottery Commission. Reportedly, nine operators, including bet365, DraftKings, FanDuel and Bet MGM, have applied for five-year online licences.

  January 27, 2024
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  IBIA signs MoU with Norway igaming association Europe Regulation

  The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with with Norway igaming association (NBO). The document aims to create a basis for cooperation for a safe and effective licensing and regulation regime for online gambling in Norway.

  January 26, 2024
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  Another casino set to open in South Korea Regulation

  Another casino will be opened in South Korea. Mohegan Inspire Entertainment Resort in Incheon will become the country's 18th gambling establishment. The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism issued a licence to the operator last Wednesday.

  January 25, 2024