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Compliance programs typically refer to formalized institutional procedures within corporations and organizations to detect, prevent and respond to indvidual and widespread instances of regulatory violations. ... more +
Compliance programs typically refer to formalized institutional procedures within corporations and organizations to detect, prevent and respond to indvidual and widespread instances of regulatory violations.  In response to many corporate scandals evidencing rampant unethical business practices, many nations, including the United States, began passing strict regulatory frameworks aimed at curbing these abuses. Notable pieces of legislation in this area include the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and the U.K. Bribery Act, to name a few. The foregoing statutes and the severe penalties often associated with them form the basis of many modern institutional compliance programs. less -
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Not Worth the Gamble: Major Deceptive Gaming Advertising Settlement Announced

On July 10, 2025, the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (“DCP”) announced that it had reached a settlement with DraftKings following a gaming advertising-related investigation. Without admitting fault, DraftKings...more

Klein Moynihan Turco LLP

NY Fantasy Sports Operator Accused of Running Illegal Betting Platform

Last week, a putative class action Complaint was filed against a major fantasy sports company in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York. In Ballentine v. Underdog Sports, LLC, Plaintiffs allege...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Operating Social Casino-Style Applications Continues to be Costly in Washington State

In the latest string of gambling cases involving social casino-style apps out of Washington state, a federal jury has awarded a class of players nearly $25 million for injuries arising from the use of two of High 5 Game’s...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

CFPB Proposal to Broaden EFTA/Reg E Scope has Implications for Crypto, Gaming and Credit Cards

On Friday, January 10, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) proposed an interpretive rule that could significantly broaden the scope of the Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA) to encompass a wide range of digital...more

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Promotions Trends to Look for in 2025

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As a whirlwind 2024 draws to a close, we here at BakerHostetler are reflecting on the promotions trends we’ve seen this year and what we predict you will see more of in 2025. Below, we pinpoint those trends and share some...more

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Curaçao’s regulatory reform in gaming licensing

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Curaçao, renowned as one of the most popular jurisdictions in the online gaming industry, is launching a significant reform in its licensing and supervision of gaming companies. This reform is part of a broader legislative...more

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New Market, Old Rules: United Arab Emirates Opens Doors to Gambling Industry with Regulations Similar to U.S. Jurisdictions

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is taking the plunge into gambling, with the publication of commercial gaming regulations and licensing materials. The good news for interested investors and licensees is that the regulatory and...more

Klein Moynihan Turco LLP

Major Updates to Google Gaming Advertising Regulations Take Effect July 15!

As of today, July 15, 2024, Google gaming regulations contain significant revisions. The Google Ads policy for daily fantasy sports (“DFS”) operators now enable them to run advertisements in many markets across the United...more

Fenwick & West LLP

The Evolution of Free-to-Play Games: A Legal Perspective

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The roots of free-to-play games can be traced back to the shareware business, which paved the way for independent game developers and the free-to-play economy. While free-to-play games may seem like a modern concept,...more

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Florida Gaming Control Commission Turns a Critical Eye Toward Fantasy Sports Operators

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The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) has taken a significant step by issuing cease-and-desist letters to three online fantasy sports operators. Though this marks the FGCC's first action against the online fantasy...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Compliance Training – Part IV: the Gamification of Compliance Training

I conclude my four-part series on ethics and compliance training today by looking where effective training is going. One of the criticisms leveled by L. V. Anderson, in her Slate article, entitled “Ethics Trainings Are Even...more

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The Vegas Sands FCPA Action: Good Controls are Good Business

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FCPA cases typically center on the payment of bribes to obtain or retain business. The bribes paid are usually small in comparison to the profits achieved – the obvious motive for the wrongful conduct. The profits of course...more

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AML Compliance Developments in the Gaming Industry

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Executives of regulated entities often lament that fulfilling compliance obligations interferes with their ability to operate their business. However, an extensive (and extended) regulator investigation with the potential for...more

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Sands’ Casinos Report of “Possible” FCPA Violations Will Draw Scrutiny to the Gaming Industry

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On Friday, March 1, 2013, the parent company of the Las Vegas Sands Corp. (Sands), reported in a filing to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that the company may have violated the “books and records and internal...more

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