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The Vice Minister of Tourism of Peru, Madeleine Burns, has announced that following the departure of Eduardo Sevilla from the General Directorate of Casino Games and Slot Machines, the current director of Control and Sanction of the entity, Yuri Guerra Padilla, will assume the position of gaming regulator in the country. In an exclusive interview…

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Hochul puts daughter of casino lobbyist on gaming oversight board

Gov. Kathy Hochul appointed the daughter of a veteran gambling lobbyist to the state board that regulates the industry - raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest from government watchdogs, The Post has learned. Marissa Shorenstein - who served as head of Hochul's transition team when she became governor - was tapped as commissioner on…

Law ・ 23 January 2024

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It's high time we regulate online gaming, gambling and betting

As Bangladesh embraces the journey towards Smart Bangladesh to reap the benefits of technological advancements, it must also address the challenges that come with it. Two of the most notorious beneficiaries of technological revolution are online "gambling and gaming," reshaping how we engage with games of chance and with games of skill. In the name…

Law ・ 03 October 2023

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Google to Allow NFT Gaming Ads, Restricts Staking & Gambling

Beginning September 15, you will start to see more NFT gaming Google, as the tech giant recently updated its cryptocurrency advertising policy. The updated policy will now permit advertisements for NFT games that enable players to purchase in-game items like virtual apparel, weapons, or armor, enhancing the gaming experience.

Crypto ・ 08 September 2023

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Ohio, Indiana employ dozens more than Kentucky for gambling enforcement

CINCINNATI - By the time Ohio's sports-betting industry turned 1-week-old in January, the Ohio Casino Control Commission announced fines totaling more than $1 million against four online sportsbooks that violated marketing and responsible-gaming rules. That aggressive approach fit the profile of Ohio's lead gambling regulator, where 55 out of 111…

Law ・ 05 May 2023

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Elray Resources Inc. Acquires Online Casino Crypto Technology

LAS VEGAS, NV, Dec. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire - Elray Resources Inc. (OTCPK: ELRA), a developer and licensor of online gaming technology and systems, today announced it has acquired Online Casino Crypto Technology, from Luxor Capital LLC. The Crypto Technology will enable Elray to build and supply full turnkey Crypto Technology…

Industry ・ 12 December 2022

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Americans spend $500bn on illegal gambling annually

Long overdue, the American Gaming Association has issued a new report on the state of the illegal gambling industry in the United States at a time when and the District of Columbia have legalized their betting activities, and at least five states in the country are pending launches, along with six or so states that presently allow online casino…

Law ・ 03 December 2022

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UNLV's ICGR to educate on latest global trends in AML, financial crimes linked to the casino and gambling sector

The International Center for Gaming Regulation (ICGR) at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is organizing a new online seminar this month, called Global Trends in AML Regulation, Enforcement & Illegal Gambling, to be held on August 24. As part of ICGR's Financial executive education track, this intensive seminar provides information and…

Industry ・ 17 August 2022

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New law gives gaming division more power to investigate gray casinos

For years, state and local leaders have tried to crack down on so-called "gray casinos," but operators seemingly find a way around laws each time. Now, a new law signed by Gov. Jared Polis in June gives the state's Division of Gaming more power to help communities shut down these businesses by allowing the division to conduct investigations outside…

Law ・ 23 July 2022

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Pennsylvania regulator fines Live! Casino Pittsburgh, Parx's restaurant and gaming manufacturer totaling $32,5K

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) approved Wednesday three consent agreements between the PGCB's Office of Enforcement Counsel and Live! Casino Pittsburgh, a restaurant at Parx Casino in Bensalem, and a manufacturer resulting in a total of $32500 in fines for different breaches. The consent agreements approved Wednesday involve: CPC…

Law ・ 20 June 2022

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A tourist had a $229,000 win on a broken Vegas slot machine. He didn't know it until investigators tracked him down

On the night of January 8, Robert Taylor, a tourist from Arizona, popped some money into a slot machine at Treasure Island Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. Then, Taylor hit the jackpot, winning nearly $US230000 ($A321950) - only he didn't know it. The machine had malfunctioned, the Nevada Gaming Control Board said in a news release. Its screen read:…

Travel ・ 19 February 2022

The Washington Post

Investigators locate Arizona man Robert Taylor, who won $229,000 jackpot on broken slot machine in Las Vegas

On the night of Jan. 8,RobertTaylor, a tourist from Arizona, popped some money intoa slot machine at Treasure Island Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. Then, Taylor hit the jackpot,winning nearly $230000 - only he didn't know it. The machine had malfunctioned, the Nevada Gaming Control Board said in a news release. Its screen read: "Resolving progressive…

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Gaming regulators say mask rule enforcement to ‘intensify’ at casinos

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - The Nevada Gaming Control Board issued a statement on Wednesday saying enforcement of the mask mandate will "intensify" as 300000 visitors turn Las Vegas into a New Year's Eve playground. During its regular meeting, gaming regulators reminded casinos and other gaming licensees that they could face disciplinary action if they fail…

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Woman sues over slot game payout; 13 others make same claim

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - A Pennsylvania woman is suing the manufacturer of a popular online slots game, claiming it wrongly refused to pay her a $100000 jackpot due to "a bug" in the product. New Jersey regulators revealed Friday that 14 gamblers, including Lisa Piluso of Yardley, Pennsylvania, have filed the same complaint against the company, saying…

Payment Methods ・ 15 November 2021

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Gambling company sued by customers who claim they were cheated out of big payouts

Fourteen gamblers are taking legal action against an online gambling company for allegedly refusing to pay them their full jackpot payouts, according to New Jersey regulators. In one federal lawsuit, filed by Lisa Piluso of Pennsylvania, the gambler claims the company did not pay a $100000 jackpot she says she had won while playing a slots game on…

Trust and Safety ・ 13 November 2021

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Yardley Woman Suing American Gaming Systems Claiming Company Refused To Pay Her $100,000 Slot Game Jackpot

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) - A Pennsylvania woman is suing the manufacturer of a popular online slots game, claiming it wrongly refused to pay her a $100000 jackpot due to "a bug" in the product. New Jersey regulators revealed Friday that 14 gamblers have filed the same complaint against the company, saying they had been told they won far more than…

Winnings ・ 12 November 2021

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Valley Forge Casino vows additional measures to prevent unattended children in its parking lot

Valley Forge Casino Resort in Montgomery County vowed Wednesday to step up enforcement efforts against parents and guardians who leave children unattended while they gamble, including the installation of first-of-its-kind infrared cameras to detect minors in parked vehicles. Officials from the casino and its parent company, Boyd Gaming of Las…

Land-based ・ 11 November 2021

Missouri Independent

Few charges result from scores of Missouri highway patrol gambling investigations

During 2019 and 2020, the Missouri State Highway Patrol delivered almost 200 cases to local prosecutors alleging violations of state gambling laws. But according to state court data, only about two dozen cases have actually been filed. In most counties with alleged violations - including eight of 13 with five or more cases - prosecutors have not…

Gaming Authorities ・ 14 September 2021

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New South Wales to pilot cashless gaming trial-can BSV help?

The trend towards cashless payments is picking up pace across the globe, and the global health pandemic over the past year has only quickened the pace at which this is moving. Some countries, such as Sweden, are well on their way to being cashless societies, while others lag behind. The fast adoption of digital currencies like Bitcoin is speeding…

Travel ・ 13 July 2021

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Jessica Feil: Illegal gambling machines are a problem. You should care.

If you've ever seen someone play three-card monte, you would warn everyone you know not to fall for the scam. The game involves a "dealer" moving three playing cards around and betting against the player being able to guess which card is the money card. Once the victim begins playing, the dealer rigs the game so the opponent has no chance of…

Law ・ 07 July 2021

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Police Arrest Suspect Behind 1,800 Online Gambling Identity Theft Cases

A New Jersey man has been arrested for allegedly using stolen identities to create and fund more than 1800 online gambling accounts with a police raid of the suspect's home uncovering electronic equipment, cash and drugs... 44-year-old Casey Ennis is alleged to have used the stolen identities to fraudulently operate accounts with online gaming…

Trust and Safety ・ 16 June 2021

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COVID-19 casino restrictions will come to an end after three-day weekend

The Nevada Gaming Control Board made it official Wednesday: All restrictions related to COVID-19 mitigation protocols in casinos come to an end when the clock strikes midnight at the end of Monday. In a notice to gaming licensees, Gaming Control Board Chairman Brin Gibson said, "Each licensee shall comply with its respective county's general…

Covid ・ 27 May 2021

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Woman says online casino slots game manufacturer AGS refused to pay her $100K jackpot: Lawsuit

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. -- A Pennsylvania woman is suing the manufacturer of a popular online slots game, claiming it wrongly refused to pay her a $100000 jackpot due to "a bug" in the product. New Jersey regulators revealed Friday that 14 gamblers, including Lisa Piluso of Yardley, Pennsylvania, have filed the same complaint against the company,…

Winnings ・ 13 November 2021