Two bills will allow lawmakers to consider introducing online gambling Massachusetts is preparing to explore the legalization of online casinos, joining several states considering similar legislation. Senator Paul Feeney and Representative Daniel Cahill have introduced companion bills, SD 2240 and HD 4084, aimed at bringing regulated online casino gambling to the Bay State. These proposals
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New York Has Another Online Gambling Bill Ready for Debate
Senator Joseph Addabbo Jr. is once again pushing the state to make a move on iGaming New York is once again considering legalizing online poker and casino games. Senator Joseph Addabbo Jr. has introduced SB 2614, a bill aiming to regulate online gambling in the state. Addabbo, a long-time supporter of online gaming legislation, has
Offshore gambling now banned in the Philippines
Philippine President Marcos has ordered all POGOs out of the country by the end of the year In a move to address growing concerns over crime, corruption, and social issues, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued a ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO). This drastic measure aims to dismantle an industry that has
Dominican Republic ready to introduce online gambling regulations
The Caribbean country is now ready to expand its online casino market The Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Finance has issued a new resolution to regulate online gambling. The proposal specifies the conditions, administration fees and minimum standards for operators seeking to acquire a license. Resolution 136-2024 would authorize online games of chance and sports betting,
Ireland back off plans for gambling affordability checks
MP Browne calls the scrutiny of a gambler’s financial data overly intrusive The Ireland Gambling Commission is proposing that the country’s bookmakers conduct affordability checks on gamblers who lose more than £100 (US$127) a month. This would require players to provide proof of their income to gambling companies in order to resume wagering. Fortunately, there
Santa Fe, Argentina, greenlights online gambling and betting
Online gambling is slowly advancing across all of Argentina Several bills delivered by Executive Power were approved by the Senate of the Province of Santa Fe, Argentina, led by Governor Maximiliano Pullaro, on December 14. Among them was a proposal to regulate online gambling and betting. At the Extraordinary Session No. 1 of the 141st
Brazil’s gambling legislation needs tweaking, asserting gaming association
The regulations Brazil is considering could lead to greater offshore gambling The Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming (IBJR, for its Portuguese acronym) has voiced its support for approving the Chamber of Deputies regarding Bill 3626/2023. However, it also published a statement underlining the need for changes in the legislation. The entity expressed that if the
A gaming organization in Mexico wants new online legislation
A lack of federal oversight is leading to a call for better control of online gambling The Association of Permit Holders, Operators and Providers of the Entertainment and Gambling Industry in Mexico (AIEJA, for its Spanish acronym) has requested updates to gaming regulations in the country. The change, according to the organization, is needed in