S. Korea Casino Reform Figures May Not Be Official
South Korea's 15% casino levy and five-year licence may not be official proposals, a ministry tourism advisor says, calling the reform debate earlier-stage than reported.
China Plans 40-Nation Anti-Fraud Enforcement Alliance
China will launch an anti-fraud enforcement alliance in September with 40+ countries, targeting the Southeast Asian scam compounds tied to illegal online gambling.
Congress Weighs Sports Event Contracts, Ban Unlikely
A House subcommittee held its first hearing on sports event contracts. A federal ban looks unlikely, and most observers expect the Supreme Court to settle jurisdiction.
UKGC Weighed Suspending Evolution Licence Over AML
The UK Gambling Commission considered suspending Evolution's licence over AML failings after its games appeared on six unlicensed sites. The supplier settled for £4.75m.
S. Korea Casinos Fight Proposed Tourism Levy Hike
South Korea's casino association wants a proposed levy hike to 15% of sales withdrawn. The ministry says the rate would apply only to a top revenue bracket.
