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Compliance Updates

Comprehensive Guide to California’s Gambling Laws and Regulations Released

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The California Gambling Control Commission and the Bureau of Gambling Control have published the 2025 Edition of "California Gambling Law, Regulations, and Resource Information", offering a detailed and updated overview of the state's gambling-related statutes, regulations, and guidelines.

The California Gambling Control Commission and the Bureau of Gambling Control have published the 2025 Edition of “California Gambling Law, Regulations, and Resource Information, offering a detailed and updated overview of the state’s gambling-related statutes, regulations, and guidelines. This annual publication serves as an essential resource for industry stakeholders, legal professionals, and regulators.

Key Features of the 2025 Edition

The resource consolidates relevant sections from multiple codes, including the California Business and Professions Code, Penal Code, Government Code, and Welfare and Institutions Code, as well as pertinent federal statutes. It addresses updates made as of January 1, 2025, reflecting the latest legislative changes and newly adopted regulations.

Highlights from the Publication

  1. Regulatory Updates:
    • The Gambling Law Resource book incorporates changes in regulations from the California Gambling Control Commission and the Bureau of Gambling Control.
    • Newly adopted emergency measures and updates to compliance guidelines are included.
  2. Enforcement and Compliance Guidelines:
    • Comprehensive sections detail enforcement responsibilities, licensing requirements, and disciplinary actions for non-compliance.
    • Specific focus on statewide involuntary exclusion lists and emergency preparedness plans for gambling establishments.
  3. Licensing and Permitting:
    • Detailed criteria for obtaining state gambling licenses, key employee licenses, and work permits are provided.
    • The guide includes step-by-step procedures for applying, renewing, and maintaining licenses in compliance with state and local laws.
  4. Tribal and Local Government Relations:
    • A thorough discussion of tribal-state gaming compacts and their alignment with the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA).
    • Analysis of local government ordinances and their impact on gambling enterprises.
  5. Responsible Gambling Programs:
    • Updated requirements for self-exclusion programs and training standards for employees in licensed establishments.
    • An expanded section on responsible gambling awareness initiatives and referral services.
  6. Key Contacts and Resources:
    • Listings for state offices, including regional compliance and enforcement offices in Sacramento, Los Angeles, Fresno, and San Diego.
    • Direct links to the California Gambling Control Commission and Bureau of Gambling Control websites for accessing additional resources.

Accessibility and Applications

This essential resource is available for review on the websites of the Bureau of Gambling Control (oag.ca.gov/gambling) and the California Gambling Control Commission (cgcc.ca.gov). It is particularly valuable for:

  • Legal professionals seeking to navigate the complexities of gambling law.
  • Operators ensuring compliance with licensing and operational requirements.
  • Regulators and policymakers shaping the future of California’s gambling industry.

Future Outlook

As California’s gambling landscape evolves, particularly with advances in technology and the growth of online and tribal gaming, this resource serves as a critical foundation for understanding the legal and regulatory framework. Stakeholders are encouraged to consult the guide regularly for insights into maintaining compliance and adapting to new legal standards.

For further inquiries, readers can contact the Bureau of Gambling Control directly at [email protected] or visit their offices statewide.

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Random State obtains Ontario iGaming licence

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Random State obtains Ontario iGaming licence

 

Random State (“RS”), the Swedish studio behind next‑generation iLottery and multiplayer bingo content, has been granted a Gaming‑Related Supplier – Manufacturer licence by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). The approval, effective 14 May 2025, authorises RS to offer its games and platform services to licensed operators across Ontario.

“Securing the Ontario licence is a milestone our entire team has worked tirelessly toward,” said Adam Fonsica, Co‑Founder & COO at Random State. “Ontario not only validates the quality and integrity of our technology; it provides a launchpad for our broader North‑American expansion. We can’t wait to introduce our eInstant titles and multiplayer bingo hub to Ontario players later this year, together with a soon‑to‑be‑announced operator.”

The licence clears the way for RS to roll out its full product portfolio in Ontario:

Interactive eInstants – instant‑win games that re‑imagine traditional lottery mechanics with modern gameplay and rich visuals.

Multiplayer bingo – a complete suite of 90-, 75-, 80/60/40‑ and 30‑ball variants, featuring progressive jackpots, Pot Booster and real‑time chat hosting.

Turn‑key iGaming platform – advanced Player Account Management (PAM), certified RNG, gamification engine and a WYSIWYG game‑configuration tool that lets operators launch new games in minutes.

Random State expects its first Ontario go‑live in Q3 2025, delivering both eInstants and multiplayer bingo on day one.

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Compliance Updates

Missouri Officially Begins Accepting Applications for Sports Betting Licenses

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The Missouri Gaming Commission (MGC) has announced that it has officially begun accepting applications for sports betting license.

The Commission made the announcement following the unanimous approval of a resolution drafted Tuesday that approved the licensing process. The resolution passed after Gov. Mike Kehoe’s office reviewed it.

The licensing period opens roughly six months after Missouri voters narrowly approved a constitutional amendment legalizing sports betting. The measure passed by less than half a percentage point, with a margin of less than 7500 votes.

According to the amendment, the state’s sports betting sector has to be ready to launch by Dec. 1, 2025. Operators will pay a 10% wagering tax, which will mostly go toward funding education programs throughout the state.

The delay in setting up the licensing system was largely due to the new Secretary of State Denny Hoskins. Hoskins publicly opposed sports betting when he was in the Missouri state legislature. In February, he denied the Commission’s attempt to accelerate the process.

Regulators and sportsbook operators hoped the sector would be up and running in time for the NFL season’s start in September. That won’t happen now, as licensing rules don’t take effect until Aug. 30, leaving insufficient time.

Missouri license applications have two deadlines. The deadline for the two proposed “untethered” sportsbook licenses, known as Direct Mobile Licenses, is July 15. The companies that applied will have a hearing on Aug. 13, and the successful applicants will be announced on Aug. 15.

The other retail and mobile licenses have a longer application window until Sept. 12. Although licensing rules don’t officially take effect until the end of August, the Commission opened applications at this stage to give applicants time to prepare their paperwork.

All 13 of the state’s casinos and excursion gambling boats may apply for licenses to offer sports betting, and all six of Missouri’s pro sports teams will be allowed to host retail sports betting outlets at or near their stadiums.

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Prior to the opening of license applications, the MLB team St. Louis Cardinals partnered with sportsbook bet365 to become the team’s official sports betting partner. The collaboration grants the operator access to a sports wagering license when the market opens at the end of the year.

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AGCO calls on media platforms to step up the fight against unregulated online gambling sites

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AGCO calls on media platforms to step up the fight against unregulated online gambling sites

 

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has contacted more than a dozen traditional and digital media platforms, calling on them to stop promoting unregulated online gambling and sports betting sites like Bodog to Ontario residents.

Operated by Il Nido Inc., Bodog is an offshore operator actively targeting Ontarians by advertising on popular traditional and digital media platforms. Despite blocking players in Quebec and Nova Scotia from accessing their unregulated gambling and sports betting sites, Bodog continues to allow Ontarians to access these sites while advertising heavily on traditional and digital media platforms targeting Ontarians.

Under the Gaming Control Act, 1992, Bodog and other online gambling sites are required to register with the AGCO and sign an operating agreement with iGaming Ontario in order to operate in Ontario. Ontario’s regulated igaming framework requires operators to meet comprehensive requirements related to game integrity, player protection, anti-money laundering and information privacy. Bodog’s efforts to direct Ontarians to unregulated gambling undermine player protection and other safeguards which exist in the regulated market, as well as fair market principles.

By airing ads for Bodog and other unregulated operators, legitimate media platforms are providing a veneer of legitimacy to unregulated and high-risk sites and creating confusion for Ontarians. The AGCO is therefore calling on these platforms to take a stand against the promotion of unregulated online gambling sites and remove the ads. By doing so, broadcasters and digital media companies will help reduce the risks these sites pose to Ontarians and support the long-term sustainability of Ontario’s regulated igaming market – all key objectives of the AGCO.

The AGCO will continue to work with its partners – both in Ontario and internationally – to combat these unregulated sites and protect the public.

“The AGCO is committed to protecting Ontario players and ensuring they have the safest experience by playing on regulated igaming sites. By refusing to carry advertising from unregulated and high-risk operators like Bodog, media organizations can exemplify social responsibility and play an important role in protecting Ontarians and supporting Ontario’s regulated market.”  – Dr. Karin Schnarr, Chief Executive Officer and Registrar, AGCO.

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