Playtech analysts raise price target to £6.90 on investment value
Playtech investors face valuation scenarios tied to its investment portfolio and the potential financial effects of litigation.
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Brazilian deputies approve phased betting tax rise to 15%
The proposal would raise operators’ tax rates and could expose promoters and payment providers to liability for illegal betting activity.
Bragg Gaming launches around 80 games on Blaze in Brazil
Blaze’s Brazilian platform gains Bragg’s certified content, including approximately 80 games.
Responsible Gambling Council partners with Ottawa Senators through June 2027
The partnership gives the council access to the Senators’ home-game and social media channels for prevention messaging.
Arizona revokes Underdog licence after Crypto.com partnership
The revocation signals that Arizona may scrutinise fantasy operators’ prediction-market partnerships when assessing licence status.
Santa Catarina assembly approves bill regulating charity bingo events
If enacted, the bill would establish certification and documentation requirements for non-profit groups holding charity bingo events in Santa Catarina.
Espírito Santo assembly approves 0.5% lottery regulation levy
The levy would add a recurring regulatory charge to the licensed state lottery operator’s costs.
Brazil government launches betting self-exclusion campaign and support platform
Operators may face increased user self-exclusion as the government promotes a national blocking platform.
OLG extends Optional Slots at Racetracks Program in Ontario
The extension preserves slots operations and municipal contribution payments while OLG discusses longer-term agreements.
US states expand bans and enforcement against sweepstakes casinos
Operators and suppliers in affected states face expanded legal restrictions and enforcement against sweepstakes casino platforms.
Citizens projects prediction markets revenue could exceed $10bn by 2030
The projection and cited regulatory barriers inform investors and operators assessing prediction-market growth prospects.
Brazilian parliamentary group opposes proposed CIDE-Bets tax and retroactive charges
The bill’s proposed levy and retroactive charges could alter tax exposure for betting operators in Brazil.
Arizona gaming department issues notice to revoke Underdog DFS licence
Underdog’s Arizona licence faces proposed revocation, while the company plans to appeal and disputes state oversight of prediction markets.
NCLGS panelists warn US states about sweepstakes casino enforcement
State enforcement approaches could affect sweepstakes operators’ ability to offer products across US markets.
TIC.BR survey estimates 32.5 million Brazilian online bettors
The survey’s participation estimates provide operators and regulators with reported measures of online betting activity in Brazil.
Award
Wiesbaden awards casino concession to incumbent for up to 15 years
The award secures the incumbent’s casino operation in Wiesbaden for a decade, with a possible five-year extension.
Scientific Games renews Arkansas Scholarship Lottery agreement for eight years
The renewal maintains Scientific Games’ instant-game and loyalty services for the Arkansas lottery.
Cantabria consults on debit card use at gambling venues
Venue operators and affected organisations have a limited period to comment before Cantabria drafts the order.
Spanish lawmakers propose differing loot box rules in minors bill
The competing amendments could shape age checks, parental controls and purchase disclosures for games with loot boxes.
PointsBet adds Thunderkick casino games to Ontario platform
The agreement adds Thunderkick content to PointsBet’s online casino offering in Ontario.
Chicago budget retains proposed 10.25% sports betting tax
The proposal could add a city levy to operators’ existing state and county sports betting taxes.
Licence
Nevada Gaming Control Board recommends Entain CEO Stella David for licence
David’s licence application remains subject to commission consideration, with continuity and succession planning among her stated priorities.
Prime Skill Games challenges AGCO machine removals in Ontario court
The case could affect whether Prime Skill’s machines can operate in Ontario venues outside regulated gambling settings.
Brazil betting lawyer alleges policy changes threaten licensed operators
The proposed deposit levy and cited customer restrictions could affect licensed operators’ costs and access to customers.
Coinbase weighs Kalshi partnership for prediction markets
A partnership could give Kalshi access to Coinbase’s stated 105 million global accounts and 10.8 million monthly active users.