Galaxy Gaming approves up to $4m share buyback
The authorisation permits Galaxy Gaming to repurchase shares following the cancelled merger.
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NCAA asks CFTC to suspend college sports prediction markets
The NCAA’s proposals could shape safeguards, participation ages and approvals for college sports prediction markets.
Kenya High Court suspends gambling licensing framework
The order pauses implementation while the consultation challenge proceeds.
Japan panel keeps website blocking in play against illegal online casinos
Operators and suppliers serving Japan face continued uncertainty over access restrictions as the government weighs blocking offshore casino sites.
Kalshi spends $990,000 on lobbying as prediction market fight widens
Lobbying spending shows prediction-market exchanges and casino interests are competing to shape federal rules that could determine whether sports event contracts face state gambling regulation.
Emilia-Romagna court refuses immediate suspension of Bologna gaming venue licences
The court’s decision leaves the venue’s authorisations in place pending the September hearing.
Trading card repack sites draw scrutiny as gambling-like vertical grows in Europe
Repack platforms offering cash-out mechanics without gambling safeguards could draw regulatory attention and set precedents for how gambling-like products are treated.
Appointment
UAE gaming regulator appoints Ahmad Hesham as general counsel
The appointment adds legal and regulatory experience to the UAE commercial gaming regulator’s leadership.
Flutter shares decline amid prediction-market competition concerns
Flutter shares fell nearly 4% as Bank of America warned prediction markets could divert sportsbook volume.
Mozambique cabinet approves online gambling regulation
Operators and suppliers eyeing Mozambique now face a defined online licensing and compliance regime rather than the previous legal gap.
Eastern Cape Gambling Board hosts 2026 licensee and stakeholder session
The session signals the Eastern Cape regulator's push for shared accountability between licensees and responsible-gambling bodies as digital channels evolve.
Media Troopers reports early engagement gains after Alberta iGaming launch
Affiliate marketing capacity and phased campaign rollouts shape operator customer acquisition costs in Alberta's newly competitive market.
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BGC welcomes Lisa Nandy as culture secretary
Lisa Nandy's appointment as culture secretary affects how UK operators and suppliers engage with gambling policy.
Appointment
Interblock appoints Kay Oswald as CEO, replacing interim chief Bala Ganesan
The appointment ends Interblock's CEO search and changes leadership at the company.
FanDuel and DraftKings seek dismissal of Philadelphia gambling lawsuit
FanDuel and DraftKings argue product-liability rules do not cover their free apps in the Philadelphia lawsuit.
Stellar Gaming warns municipal betting ad bans may strengthen illegal market
Municipal advertising bans that target only licensed operators could push consumers towards unregulated platforms, the company warned.
PAGCOR confirms World Platinum Technologies accreditation cancellation
Operators should note PAGCOR cancelled World Platinum Technologies' accreditation while Century filings still described the provider as accredited.
Kalshi launches Midterms Hub for US Senate, House and governor races
Operators and researchers can compare election-market prices with polling and other election data in one hub.
Appointment
MGM Grand Detroit appoints Eric Sprague table games operations vice-president
The appointment changes the senior operator responsible for table games at MGM Grand Detroit.
Hyperliquid plans permissionless deployment for prediction markets
The proposed staking and settlement conditions would shape how users create and operate markets on Hyperliquid.
KSA orders TonyBet to remove World Cup advert using footballer lookalikes
The order makes clear the KSA applies the role-model ban to recognisable depictions, not only actual athletes.
BSP urges banks to strengthen controls on casino junket customers
The guidance sets out risk controls banks should apply to customers linked to casino junket operations.
UAE designs gaming rules before casino sector matures, lawyer says
The UAE's rules-first approach and the Wynn resort's opening will shape licensing and compliance expectations for operators and suppliers entering the market.
Chile registers 25 foreign betting platforms for digital VAT
Regulators should note Chile's SII published 25 foreign betting platforms registered under the digital VAT system after Resolution 69 of 2026 took effect.
Hawthorne owners seek approval for $90m property sale
Investors should note Hawthorne's owners sought bankruptcy court approval to sell real estate for $90m, likely ending the casino plan.