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Legal News and Headlines
Legal
November 21, 2023
Las Vegas Sands Legal Battle over NY Bid Continues
In May this year, Nassau County legislators voted 17-1 in favor of a 99-year lease for the Coliseum to the leading gaming and entertainment company, Las Vegas Sands (LVS). The company joined the race for one of three downstate casino licenses and the lease marked the start of its plan for a project with a […]

Legal
November 20, 2023
Spelinspektionen Applauds Changes to Gambling Regulations
Earlier this year, the regulated gambling sector in Sweden went through changes related to licensing of the providers of iGaming technology and content. The changes came into effect on July 1, 2023, requiring all suppliers of content and solutions for the online gambling industry to secure a license from the Swedish Gambling Authority, Spelinspektionen. Then, […]

Legal
November 17, 2023
Gambling Operators in Belgium Unite to Protect Consumers
The easy access to gambling activities online continues to raise concerns about excessive gambling and gambling harm. This issue was addressed by all gambling operators members of the Belgian Association of Gaming Operators (BAGO), who signed a new Duty of Care Agreement earlier this week. Primarily, the new agreement seeks to prevent problem gambling and […]

Legal
November 17, 2023
Crown Resorts Failed to Pay an Abused Guard’s Legal Fees, Lawsuit Suggests
Australian billionaire and ex-Crown Resorts shareholder James Packer is once again being sued by a security guard whom he allegedly assaulted in 2016. The guard, some 12 years older than the businessman, claimed to have been assaulted after failing to recognize Packer. Now, Packer and his team are allegedly avoiding paying the legal fees stemming […]

Legal
November 17, 2023
USPTO Says Acres Did Not Violate IGT’s Patents
Casino tech expert Acres has dealt the international software supplier IGT a major defeat after the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) ruled in the former company’s favor during a patent dispute. IGT had alleged that Acres’ Foundation casino management system violated IGT’s patents. For reference, the Foundation product offers casino management solutions to […]

Legal
November 14, 2023
Gambling Legalization Is Once Again a Hot Topic in Alabama
The legalization of gambling activities in Alabama is once again in the sights of lawmakers in the state. New efforts are likely to come during the upcoming 2024 legislative season and debate on the topic starts once again amid fears of the negative impact of the illegal gambling sector. Commercial gambling is restricted in Alabama […]

Legal
November 14, 2023
Lawsuit Filed against Amazon over Social Casino Apps
Several years ago, the US appeals court in Washington ruled against social casino applications, acknowledging that such apps are illegal. While applications of that sort do not offer cash payouts, consumers use virtual chips to wager and secure wins, an activity that is similar to casino-style gambling. Yet, while some social casino apps do not […]

Legal
November 13, 2023
Kenyan Bill Seeks to Introduce a New Regulator and Overhaul Gambling
Kenya is on the path to significant gambling reforms. Under a new bill, the African country is set to establish a new regulatory body and overhaul its gambling rules. The measure, dubbed Gambling Control Bill 2023, would replace the Betting, Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) with a new regulator. In addition, the bill is set […]

Legal
November 13, 2023
Macau Gambling Operators Abandon Compensations from Suncity
Late last month, the Court of Second Instance in Macau confirmed an 18-year prison sentence against Alvin Chau, the former CEO and founder of the junket operator, Suncity Group. The former CEO was indicted for money laundering, illegal gambling, fraud and association with criminal organizations. In addition to Chau, some 20 other people were also […]

Legal
November 13, 2023
Malta Gambling Regulator Cancels SFJL Holding’s Authorization
The gambling regulator in Malta, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), announced its decision to cancel the authorization of SFJL Holding Ltd. Confirmed last week, the cancellation authorization was implemented as of November 8, 2023. The latest announcement comes after back in August, the Authority suspended SFJL Holding’s license. This effectively stopped the gambling operator from […]
