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Russian Finance Ministry considers ending routine casino inspections

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Russia’s Finance Ministry is considering a proposal to exempt permit-holding casinos and bookmakers from on-site inspections. The current law provides for regular and ad hoc checks, while the ministry’s proposal remains under consideration; an academic cited in the report said regulators could retain visits in exceptional cases.

A change to inspection rules could alter compliance obligations for licensed casinos and bookmakers in Russia.

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Japan’s National Police Agency proposes 30% pachinko machine fee cut

Japan’s National Police Agency has proposed reducing standard approval fees for pachinko and pachislot machines by about 30%, with revised rates due to take effect on 1 April 2027 if approved. The certification fee for an already type-tested model would fall from JPY4,340 to JPY3,030, while testing requirements would remain unchanged.

Japan’s National Police Agency has proposed reducing standard approval fees for pachinko and pachislot machines by around 30%.

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