Compliance Updates

The most recent compliance updates of the online and land based gaming industry in the European Union, Asia, Russia and Americas

Macau Lawmaker Jose Maria Pereira Coutinho Calls for Legalisation of Online Gambling

The HALLO ECHO

  Macau lawmaker Jose Maria Pereira Coutinho has urged the enclave government to legalise online gambling in order to help overcome the economic challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. “Macau should introduce interactive gaming. The Macau SAR government should establish official standards and regulations on interactive gaming, and develop interactive gaming software together, in…

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Tennessee Lottery Approves First Sports Betting Operator Licenses

The HALLO ECHO

  The Sports Wagering Committee of the Tennessee Education Lottery Board of Directors has approved the sports betting licenses of Betfair Interactive, BetMGM, and Crown TN Gaming (DraftKings). The Board will consider more on October 5 and 16. “The staff at the Tennessee Lottery performed a tremendous amount of work and due diligence to prepare…

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Austrian Association for Betting and Gambling Calls for New Online Gambling Licensing System

The HALLO ECHO

  The Austrian Association for Betting and Gambling (OVWG) is calling for the creation of a new online gambling licensing system. OVWG says a modernised national licensing system for sports betting and online gambling could generate up to €50m in revenue for sports clubs. Claus Retschitzegger, president of the OVWG, said: “Austrian sport is one…

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GeoComply Receives Supplier Registration in Tennessee to Support Online Sports Betting

The HALLO ECHO

  GeoComply is pleased to announce that it has received its Supplier Registration in a special meeting held by the Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation. This registration will enable sports betting operators in Tennessee to utilize GeoComply’s award-winning geolocation compliance solutions as a critical part of their online sports betting apps and websites. “We are excited…

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BMM Testlabs Authorized to Test and Certify iGaming and Mobile Sports Betting in Michigan

The HALLO ECHO

  BMM Testlabs, the world’s original gaming test lab and product compliance consultancy, is proud to be authorized by the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) to test and certify iGaming and mobile sports betting. COO, Travis Foley commented, “BMM began providing services for the regulated wagering industry nearly 39 years ago and we look forward…

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IEC Secures Casino Licence in Manila

The HALLO ECHO

  Hong Kong-based International Entertainment Corporation (IEC) has obtained a provisional licence to operate a casino in Manila. In June the firm, which operates New World Manila Bay Hotel and Casino through its subsidiary Marina Square Properties (MSPI), said it planned to redevelop an unnamed existing hotel to create a new integrated resort (IR) in…

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