News In Brief: June 27-July 1, 2022

The dispute over the Norwegian offshore advertisements is sent to the dispute committee, light & amplifier; amplifier; Wonder can reduce the price of open beds, and Thailand may open five new integrated resorts.

Norwegian media management organization supports blocking decisions

The Norwegian media committee has rejected Telenor, Telia Altibox, Rikstv, and Allente a complaint on its own decision to stop broadcasting a gambling advertisement on Discovery Network.

As part of a lon g-term dispute, regulatory authorities ordered unibett, betting, Nordybet, and be t-safe ads.

According to the Norway law on gambling, the management of the online gambling market belongs to the national monopoly, but many operators based in Malta Place have advertised in Japan in accordance with European free trade rules and players from Norway. I accept it.

Telia and Altibox have opposed the blocking order.

At present, the objection has been submitted to the Media Complaints Board, and further examined the opposition.

In addition, the organization has filed a lawsuit in evidence in relation to television stations in relation to other orders not to broadcast advertisements from Norwegian gambling companies.

Casino Copenhagen blamed for money laundering policy

Denmark's gambling station was responsible for a grand operator Casino Copenhagen, saying that there were many errors in the fight against money laundering (AML).

This institution, which is partially owned by Casino Austria, has not been able to implement risk assessment, cannot formulate an excellent customer care policy, has not educated the staff appropriately, and has an application schedule. Regulatory authorities stated that it was not functioning.

According to the Bureau, the operator must be inadequate, otherwise it may be transferred to the police for further procedures.

Light & amplifier; amplifier; Wonder, open bed sales contract change

Light & Amp; amp; amp; amp; Wonder (formerly Scientific Games) is a sports book maker Openbet (Endeavour-Operated Company) He said that he had changed to the contract when selling it to INGS The company announced on Thursday.

Under the revised trading conditions, light & amplifier; amplifier; Wonder receives $ 750 million in cash and $ 50 million in the A-Class Endeavor Holdings. 2022.

"Considering that the cost of sports fees has decreased (from 70 % to 80 %) since the first announcement of the transaction in September last year, it is not surprising," said the analyst of the Trueist Securities Game Business. Barry Jonas states in the analysis notebook.

According to the company, the recent resale of lottery sector and the resale of open beds, which are planned in the future, have a total of $ 5. 6 billion in the United States.

Florida Gaming Control Commission has started regulatory liability

Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) officially took over the direct responsibilities and missions from the Palimi Tewel Wagetting Division, which is a department of the State Business Bureau, on Friday, July 1st.

FGCC provided gambling and execution capabilities in the state, covers the Paralympuel, Card Room, Slot Machine Parlor, Criminal Gambling Prohibition and the execution of the gaming agreement.

Among the notes sent to License on Thursday (June 30), FGCC, which is composed of five members, has an effective license or permit that has not expired before July 1, 2022. He said that it was still valid.

All of the projects that are currently in charge of the bureau are not required for the second time. FGCC states that these issues will continue to be honest.

The committee stated in a statement that the current laws and standards based on the State State State are still valid.

Thailand considers five casino bazaars as part of legalization

The Thai Diet Committee has examined the possibility of promoting five buil t-in resorts nationwide, including Grator Bangkok.

The Emergency Committee, which was established in December, has extended discussions on the need to create a casino industry under the name of the "Entertainment Complex", as the momentum of legalization increased.

Bangkok posts reported that the committee's Vice Chairman Pichet Chuamnfan would investigate the best practices of regulations in neighboring countries as part of the investigation.

The committee also reported that it proposed a casino concession model, a 30 % labor tax rate, and a financial opportunity for casino buyers.

Meanwhile, committee members have been investigating casino construction candidate sites. This weekend, the third workshop is scheduled for Sakeu, which is bordered by Cambodia.

The first two seminars were held in a region bordered by Myanmar and Laos, indicating that the government, which has been dissatisfied with profit loss from border casinos for many years, is interested in attracting casinos from another direction. I am.

Queenzlando is appointed person in charge of Star Entertainment

The Australian state of Queensland has appointed former Supreme Court Justice Robert Getterson as head of an external test to not rush the work of Star Entertainment Group.

Attorney General Shannon Fentiman said in her own statement on Thursday (June 30) that Rickbeth would retain the ability of the investigative committee to cover the possibility of compulsion of testimony.

"Given the mass of evidence on the work of Star Sydney as well as the general management and operational apparatus of the Star Group detachment, essentially, the aides will be able to request information from anyone they deem necessary," she said.

The circle of inquiry includes issues such as the fight against money laundering, the control of high-value transactions and banking activities, the introduction of China UnionPay bank cards, and compliance with prohibitions for buyers and politicians of serious layouts for gambling.

The latest statement on the test in Queensland follows the conclusion of the Bell hearings on the first day of the Bell inquiry into Star Entertainment's suitability to obtain a casino license in Fresh Semiborn Wales, which led to the resignation of most directors and top executives.

MGA revokes licenses linked to Galea

The licenses to gamble linked to arrested Maltese consultant Joseph Galea and the orders in this regard were consistent, but have been cancelled.

In fact, on Tuesday (28 June), the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) announced its conclusion to "revoke all licenses issued to Mr Galea to act as a director of MGA licences."

The Times of Malta also quoted an MGA official as saying that the orders for 35 competitions linked to Mr Galea should be dismissed and new orders should be obtained.

Galea was detained in Italy in May ahead of a German order for his arrest, which is believed to be linked to unpaid VAT online casinos owned by a German company for which a Maltese man acted as an official.

The MGA has actually pronounced upon his arrest that although he occupied the board in one of the licenses, he is no longer prepared for this, in fact, he is now prohibited from taking on his licensing role in any work by licensing regulators.

Department of Justice Combats Illegal Gambling

On Wednesday (June 29), a 2-10-10 letter was sent to the US Department of Justice (DOJ) calling for a concerted effort by federal authorities to investigate and take action against illegal offshore sportsbooks.

"As the legal market continues to expand, we cannot turn a blind eye to the fact that the illegal market is operating unchecked and thriving," said Democratic Rep. Dina Titus of Nevada and her 27 colleagues. "These offshore companies, including Bovada, MyBookie and BetOnline, have developed sophisticated platforms that are nearly indistinguishable from legal providers.

American Gaming Association (AGA) President and CEO Bill Miller called on the Department of Justice to stamp out these sites and all forms of illegal gambling.

"Offshore gambling sites pose a significant threat to consumer protections and the economic benefits that legal gambling brings to communities across the United States," Miller said.

Miller noted that the AGA contacted the Department of Justice in April to express concerns about illegal gambling. He said the latest letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland indicates there is widespread interest in addressing the issue.

Maryland launches mobile betting

The Maryland Sports Betting Application Review Committee (SWARC) discussed proposed rules and applications in preparation for the issuance of mobile sports betting licenses later this year.

SWARC Chairman Thomas Brandt said at the beginning of the meeting on Wednesday (June 29) that "we remain hopeful that we will be able to start accepting applications by the end of the summer."

Brandt explained that after SWARC is approved, the rules must be approved by the General Assembly's Joint Committee on Executive, Administrative and Legislative Affairs. After approval, the rules will be subject to a 30-day public comment period.

Brandt said he expects to receive comments from industry and business representatives during this period, which could result in further changes to the rules before they are implemented.

The majority of the hour-long meeting was devoted to discussing the draft mobile device and retail application submitted by SWARC's law firm, Taft.

"Isn't this going too far?" Brandt said. "Have we overcomplicated everything we need to do? It's hard for restaurants and startups."

Kimberly Kopp, a partner at Taft and co-head of the gaming group, acknowledged it's a tough business, but said that while regulators may not want such stringent requirements, these companies "are taking bets from citizens... and we need to protect that integrity."

Swiss court rules against offshore encroachment

According to Reuters' reports, the Supreme Supreme Court in Switzerland has made a disadvantageous decision on four sets of businesses trying to eliminate the country's dark list.

As Reuters reported, the Federal Administrative Court stated that the "domain name system" for blocking access to unauthorized online gambling sites is fair and proportional.

The lawsuits were filed with Bet-at-home, Interwetten, Videoslots, and Lopoco Gaming.

Swiss online casinos are only issued to those who have already acquired the right country license, and gambling and lotteries are under exclusive management.

AGA announces guidelines for personal trading measures

The US Gaming Association (AGA) announced on June 28 (Tuesday) the new detailed material "Prevention and eradication of human trafficking in the gambling industry" to strengthen industry efforts to prevent and eradicate human trafficking. 。

This report on page 25 is the first step in the ant i-person buying and selling taskforce recently launched by AGA, so that the US Ministry of Land Security, the Ministry of Justice, and the Ministry of Finance will adopt an ant i-person trading approach in the industry. It is based on the promotion of.

"AGA, members, and the entire gaming industry are doing their best to eliminate all kinds of personal trafficking," said AGA Chairman and CEO Bill Miller.

AGA educates people about the actual situation of personal sales and the dangers of the gaming industry, giving employment when employees of gaming facilities report their personal sales, and gaming facilities. There are five important clause, including preventing or promoting trafficking in.

Furthermore, these measures need to meet the needs of gaming facilities that formulate policies to prevent trafficking, and protect guests and employees from trafficking.

Governor of New York, consider the Gaming Advisory Committee bill

The New York Democratic Governor Kathy Hochulu has evaluated the rea l-time bill to consider the establishment of the Gaming Advisory Committee (PGAC), saying on Tuesday (June 28).

The bill, represented by the Democratic Senator Joseph Ado Jr., was unanimously approved by 63 Senator, and was sent to the governor for signatures.

The Senate bill 409 will establish a PGAC, identifies issues that will affect people suffering from problematic gambling disorders, and formulate orders to increase access to prevention and treatment.

In relation to the launch of a mobile sports rate earlier this year and three casinos will be opened in the state, Adabo says, "Providing additional resources and gambling in Japan. He said that it is important to increase awareness.

PGAC will participate in 13 people, including the Commissioner of the New York Alcoholism and Psychiatric Abuse Bureau (OASAS) and the chairman of the New York Gambling Committee.

According to a recent survey by OASAS, 5 % of New York Adults have been gambling in the past year. In a statement published on Monday (June 27), Adabo stated that the bill has not forgotten the gambling priority.

Initiatives on online sports charges in California will be approved in November voting

On June 27 (Monday), the California's Izhisan, Fanduel, Draftkings and other commercial gambling companies, have overcome the difficulties of about 1 million from the voters in the state. I confirmed that I was selected for the voting on November 8.

Last month, the Union submitted a signature for about 1. 6 million people to the State Audit Bureau and was verified. To establish a polling ordinance in California, 8 % of the total voting, which was posted by the governor in the past general election, is required.

The proposed Initiative will enable mobile sports rates in the United States, the most popular states in the United States, through partnerships between businesses and the Indian tribes in California. The voting will be officially approved on Thursday (June 30).

In the state, another initiative, which allows casinos and Hipodrome operators to operate sports shops, has already obtained voting qualifications on November 8. The Indian tribes and other organizations that support this initiative promise to publish an application form and "defeat the (wrong) business proposal of online gambling that gained voting in November 2022." did.

"We have developed an aggressive campaign against this bill, and voters promise to misunderstands from these state gambling companies. I am convinced that they will understand. "

The Norwegian offshore advertising series was sent to the conflict committee, and the lights, amplifiers and wonder cut the open bed.