ADM publishes final PSR 3.0 betting-shop protocol
Betting-shop concessionaires can rely on the final protocol knowing revisions only addressed typographical errors in the draft.
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Peter & Sons launches in Philippines after PAGCOR approval
PAGCOR approval lets the studio supply its portfolio through licensed Philippine operators.
Italian anti-usury body urges full enforcement of gambling advertising ban
Operators face pressure to avoid disguised sponsorships and testimonials as the anti-usury body seeks full enforcement without exceptions.
Iris makes Reef Casino Trust takeover offer unconditional
Obtaining approvals made the offer unconditional, removing conditions for Reef Casino Trust investors.
AGCOM examines Serie A audiovisual rights guidelines
The guidelines address betting within the planned framework for centralised sales of football audiovisual rights.
Licence
Aviatrix secures Colombian certification for crash game
Certification permits licensed Colombian operators to distribute the crash game after Coljuegos expanded the online casino framework.
Brazil Supreme Federal Court justice signals support for gambling ban
The court’s ruling could affect 2,728 stayed cases concerning the criminal prohibition of gambling.
Results
Wynn Palace raises mass revenue with 29.7% table hold
Analysts are assessing whether Wynn Palace's revenue performance can persist given the gap between revenue and drop growth.
Dominican horse racing commission alleges unlicensed virtual racing games
The commission’s position may affect sports betting operators offering virtual horse-racing games in the Dominican Republic.
Utah judge allows state gambling laws to apply to Kalshi markets
The ruling allows Utah to pursue enforcement against Kalshi's sports contracts and may extend the dispute to an appeals court.
Brazil's Supreme Court hears challenge to land-based gambling ban
A ruling could determine whether casinos and bingo halls remain criminal offences in Brazil.
Dominican official proposes reviewing irregular gambling operations after bill approval
Operators may face reviews and possible suspensions if the proposed law is approved and their activities fall outside its limits.
Appointment
Ireland appoints seven members to new gambling regulator
The statutory authority will regulate and license all gambling providers in the state, shaping operator obligations.
Source: GRAI (Ireland)
GRAI publishes 2025-2027 strategy statement
The strategy sets the licensing, compliance and enforcement timetable operators will face through 2027.
Source: GRAI (Ireland)
GRAI sets out Gambling Regulation Act 2024 powers and penalties
Operators face licence revocation, financial penalties and criminal prosecution under the Act's enforcement scope.
Source: GRAI (Ireland)
Licence
Kansspelautoriteit grants Bingoal a Dutch licence through 2031
The new permit secures Bingoal’s ability to continue serving the Dutch online gambling market through 2031.
Brazil finance ministry prepares betting rules on play and withdrawal features
Operators would need to change platform features and withdrawal practices under the proposed rules.
Brazil Supreme Court pauses games-of-chance case after review request
The court’s eventual ruling could clarify whether the criminal classification applies to online betting as well as other games of chance.
Appointment
Brazil appoints Fernanda Villela Oliveira as SPA authorisation undersecretary
The appointment changes leadership of the unit responsible for authorisation and monitoring of regulated companies.
Brazil delays sports betting selective tax proposal until after election period
The expected timetable gives betting businesses a later proposed tax decision and a potential 2027 billing start.
KSA addresses Betcity and TOTO Winkel over Dutch betting adverts
The cases clarify that advertising can breach the role-model ban even when professional players do not appear in the adverts.
University of Mississippi requests $2m annual problem gambling funding
Approval would fund collegiate gambling research and add treatment services for the wider public in Mississippi.
MGA identifies governance gaps in review of licensed gambling businesses
MGA-authorised businesses can use the findings to assess oversight, accountability and assurance across key functions.
WILL challenges Wisconsin mobile sports betting law
The constitutional lawsuit seeks to block Wisconsin's mobile sports betting law, challenging the framework's legal basis.
Appointment
Light & Wonder names Mike Smith managing director for Asia
Smith's appointment gives him responsibility for the supplier's Asian business, relevant to regional commercial strategy.