Gambling Regulation
Macau Gaming Revenue Rises 9.1% in 2025 Amidst December Slowdown
The Macau gaming industry concluded 2025 with a gross gaming revenue (GGR) of MOP$247.4 billion (approximately US$30.9 billion),…
January 2, 2026
Japan’s “Ore No Konbini” Slot Set to Launch from Peter & Sons in January 2026
Peter & Sons, an established name in the online gaming industry, is set to release “Ore No Konbini,”…
January 1, 2026
Light & Wonder Launches Money Link Moon Goddess Slot in Global iGaming Market
Light & Wonder is set to release its latest addition to the online gaming market, the Money Link…
December 30, 2025
Devil Joker Jackpot Slot: An In-Depth Analysis of StakeLogic’s Latest Release
StakeLogic has unveiled its latest slot game, Devil Joker Jackpot, set to launch in various jurisdictions on December…
December 29, 2025
New Slot Game ‘Thunder Drums Mayan Mask’ Set to Launch in iGaming Sector
Light & Wonder is preparing to roll out its latest slot game, Thunder Drums Mayan Mask, across various…
December 29, 2025
Hawaiian Dream Boost Slot Set to Launch in February 2026
Win Fast, a developer in the online gaming industry, is preparing to release its latest slot game, Hawaiian…
December 28, 2025
Mighty Marbles Slot Introduces High-Volatility Gameplay in the iGaming Sector
Octoplay, a developer in the online gaming sector, is set to release its latest slot title, Mighty Marbles,…
December 28, 2025
Japan’s ruling coalition has reaffirmed its policy to exempt non-resident gamblers from taxation on casino winnings. This decision, announced on December 19 by the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its junior ruling partner, the Japan Innovation Party, aims to facilitate the country’s entry into the casino market by making integrated resorts (IRs) more attractive to international visitors. This policy is consistent with an earlier proposal from December 2020, which advocated for tax exemptions on gambling profits for foreign visitors as part of the 2021 fiscal reform. The reaffirmation highlights Japan’s commitment to creating a favorable regulatory environment for the burgeoning casino industry, which is seen as critical to the success of IRs in Japan
The timing of this announcement aligns with Japan’s strategic preparations to inaugurate its first casino resort, MGM Osaka,…
December 27, 2025
New York Bill Seeks to Ban In-Play Sports Betting
In December 2025, Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal introduced a significant piece of legislation in New York that could reshape…
December 26, 2025
Senator Brian Schatz Proposes Federal Oversight on Prop Bets
Senator Brian Schatz from Hawaii is making strides to introduce a legislative bill in 2026 aimed at enhancing…
December 26, 2025
Thailand’s Casino Legalization Stalled Due to Political Turmoil
On December 12, 2025, the Thai parliament was dissolved, confirmed by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, triggering a general…
December 26, 2025
ENDR Highlights 2025 Achievements in Brazil’s Sports Betting Allocation System
In 2025, the National Office for the Distribution of Resources (ENDR) marked a significant milestone by streamlining Brazil’s…
December 26, 2025