As Brazil develops its gambling and sports betting regimes, the government is seeking assurances that foreign businesses will pay all domestic taxes.

Brazil seeks guarantees on operators paying all domestic tax charges

As Brazil proceeds to develop its gambling and sports betting regimes, the federal government is reported to seek assurances that foreign businesses will be...
Mexico's casino association, AIEJA, is aiming to unify the taxes to which the casino industry is currently subject.

AIEJA pushes for unified Mexican casino industry tax

The association that represents casino operators, providers, and permit holders in Mexico, AIEJA, has requested the federal administration for fiscal changes, aiming to unify...
Ohio expects to receive “roughly 3,000” license applications for the launch of sports betting in the state, which is likely to happen close to January 1, 2023.

Ohio expects ‘roughly 3,000’ sports betting license applications

The Ohio Casino Control Commission expects to receive “roughly 3,000” license applications for the launch of sports betting in the state, which is likely...
MGM Resorts International has completed its transaction with Blackstone to acquire the operations of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas casino and resort.

MGM Resorts completes acquisition of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas operations

MGM Resorts International has completed its transaction with Blackstone to acquire the operations of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas casino and resort.  For a cash...
The AGA has published its Commercial Gaming Revenue Tracker for the first quarter of 2022, reporting a new Q1 revenue total record of $14.31bn.

AGA: Commercial gaming industry almost matches quarterly revenue record in Q1

The American Gaming Association (AGA) has published its Commercial Gaming Revenue Tracker for the first quarter of 2022, reporting a new Q1 revenue total...
Circa Sports will enter the Illinois market via a deal with Full House Resorts’ American Place, an entertainment destination under construction in the state.

Circa Sports enters Illinois market via Full House Resorts partnership

Las Vegas-based brand Circa Sports has announced it will enter the Illinois sports betting market through a partnership with Full House Resorts’ upcoming American...
The Plenary Session of the Brazilian Senate gave the green light this week to the project that regulates cryptocurrencies. However, the bill still requires a review by the Chamber of Deputies before it can come fully into force

Brazilian Senate approves crypto regulation

The Plenary Session of the Brazilian Senate gave the green light this week to the project that regulates cryptocurrencies. However, the bill still requires...
Las Vegas Sands (LVS) has published its financial results for Q1 2022, declaring a net revenue of $943m a 27.25% decline year-over-year (2021: $1.2bn).

Las Vegas Sands exploring US land-based casino opportunities

Las Vegas Sands (LVS) has published its financial results for the first quarter of 2022, declaring a net revenue of $943m a 27.25% decline...
The President of Paraguay, Mario Abdo Benítez, has signed into law a measure that officially restricts the installation of slot machines outside gaming halls.

Paraguay President signs slots restriction bill into law

The President of Paraguay, Mario Abdo Benítez, has signed into law a measure that officially restricts the installation of slot machines outside gaming halls....
Just a week after approving the use of debit cards in gaming halls, the Province of Buenos Aires has voided the resolution after problem gambling concerns.

Buenos Aires backtracks on debit card gaming hall use after problem gambling concerns

Just a week after approving the use of debit cards in gaming halls of the Province of Buenos Aires, the local government has decided...

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2024 SBC Sports Betting Hall of Fame nominees

SBC announces six 2024 Sports Betting Hall of Fame inductees

SBC has revealed the six individuals set to join the esteemed ranks of the 2024 Sports Betting Hall of Fame. This annual tradition, initiated...
SBC Awards 2024

SBC Awards North America 2024 shortlist revealed

SBC has announced the shortlist for the upcoming SBC Awards North America ceremony, part of SBC Summit North America. The shortlist recognizes the achievements and...

SBC Summit North America: Charting new paths in affiliate marketing success

As affiliates grapple with the challenge of higher player acquisition costs and the subsequent need to build player loyalty, SBC Summit North America will...
SBC Summit North America iGaming Track

2024 SBC Summit North America’s focus on iGaming

The 2024 edition of SBC Summit North America will spotlight iGaming, a vertical with immense revenue potential which is, however, often overshadowed in the...