Good Morning. Looking to set up shop in the Isle of Man? AGB has the perfect breakdown for you, identifying exactly which licenses are available, what taxation rates and costs apply, where you can operate and whether a license in that particular jurisdiction is the best for you. Meanwhile, a foundation in Victoria has published a study on the links between alcohol consumption and the tendency to gamble, indicating that those who are heavy drinkers are more inclined to try their luck.
What you need to know
- A new AGB series examines the growing number of grey market licensing jurisdictions in 2024, starting with a look at the Isle of Man.
- Study reveals relationship between alcohol use and gambling among adults in the Australian state of Victoria.
On the radar
- Thai province near Malaysia border expresses interest as casino location.
- SOFTSWISS report highlights surge in live and mobile betting in 1Q24.
- American Gaming Association President to kickstart upcoming G2E Asia.
- China Ecotourism gets lottery terminal contracts for Guizhou and Guangxi.
- Macau visitor arrivals total 2.6 million in April.
- Macau reports 89 percent STR increase y-o-y in 1Q24.
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