The National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) has introduced a draft of the “Model Internet Gaming Act,” setting the stage for a comprehensive framework to regulate internet gaming. This proposal, currently open for public comment, aims to create uniform guidelines for states looking to expand or refine their gaming laws. Regulatory Framework for […]
Author: Yvonne Holmes
Sweepstakes and Social Casinos Form New Industry Group Amidst Regulatory Pressure
In response to increasing scrutiny, sweepstakes and social casino operators have joined forces. They have created the Social and Promotional Games Association (SPGA). This new group formed after the American Gaming Association (AGA) called for stricter regulations on sweepstakes casinos. The AGA, which represents traditional casino operators, expressed concerns over how these platforms operate. It […]
New York Governor Signs Law Mandating Addiction Warnings on Gambling Ads
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has officially signed a groundbreaking bill requiring all gambling advertisements, including those for mobile sports betting, to feature clear warnings about the risks of addiction. The law, known as S1550/A1118, extends previous regulations and aims to protect New Yorkers from the dangers of problem gambling, particularly with the rapid rise […]
Jackpota Announces Withdrawal from Louisiana Amid Legal Uncertainties
B-Two Operations Limited, the operator of Jackpota, a popular U.S. sweepstakes casino launched in early 2024, has announced that it will no longer support players in the state of Louisiana. The gradual phase-out, which began last month, marks a significant move as the company responds to the shifting legal and regulatory landscape surrounding sweepstakes casinos […]
Regulatory Pressure Mounts on Sweepstakes Casinos Amid Legal Concerns
August 30, 2024 – Sweepstakes casinos, an increasingly popular online gaming model, have come under the spotlight as the American Gaming Association (AGA) calls for heightened regulatory oversight. The AGA, a leading trade group representing the U.S. casino industry, recently issued a memo urging state regulators to scrutinize these platforms more closely due to concerns […]