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Heather Maurer leaves NCPG chief executive role on 16 October
Heather Maurer’s departure changes NCPG leadership following the organisation’s announcement of a $2m partnership with Kalshi.
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Brazil’s SPA sets 7 October deadline for betting operators’ player-balance reports
Operators facing the end of their authorisations must report balances promptly and meet further obligations by 15 December.
Brazil’s government bans fixed-odds betting under provisional measure
The measure puts licensed operators’ authorisations and continued activity in Brazil at stake.
GameChanger360 introduces reporting and education products through new website
The products give sporting organisations reporting channels and educational resources aimed at preventing match-fixing.
Venice police suspend Noale betting venue for 10 days
The suspension and cited compliance failures affect the venue’s ability to operate in the local market.
Czech finance ministry lists Kalshi as an unauthorised online gambling site
The listing makes Kalshi subject to Czech measures against unauthorised online gambling sites.
KSA flags gambling normalisation risk in MrRaffle's Dutch lottery application
The KSA’s assessment highlights gambling normalisation as a regulatory concern for MrRaffle’s deposit-return lottery application.
IBJR challenges AGU’s R$1bn claim against 17 betting operators
The claim and industry response could affect legal exposure for the 17 operators targeted in the case.
Brazilian government bars betting operators under MP 1.394
The prohibition could affect operators’ ability to continue business in Brazil and raise questions about compensation for investments.
Brazilian president bans fixed-odds betting under provisional measure
The measure would end existing authorisations and prohibit fixed-odds betting across Brazil.
Buenos Aires lawmakers add trotting races to provincial turf law
The bill would extend provincial oversight to trotting venues, betting and related agencies.
Peru blocks 50 unauthorised online gambling and sports betting platforms
Unauthorised platforms serving users in Peru face blocking under coordinated enforcement of the country’s gambling law.
Source: Mincetur (Peru)
Brazil’s STF admits Flamengo to case challenging betting ban
The case may shape how Brazil’s proposed betting prohibition affects sports organisations and regulated betting companies.
Arkansas DFA outlines bingo tax and raffle permit fees
Distributors and authorised charitable organisations face bingo tax and registration fees in Arkansas.
Source: Arkansas Racing Commission (AR)
Reed Smith guide details scrutiny of gambling operators' AI use
Operators expanding AI fraud detection and player monitoring face growing scrutiny as policymakers consider personalisation and targeted advertising restrictions.
Brazil measure bars fixed-odds betting ads, while Loterias CAIXA remains exempt
The measure changes advertising and sponsorship conditions for betting operators while leaving other authorised lottery products outside the restriction.
SESPAS urges public-health focus in Spain’s proposed gambling law reform
The proposals could inform the prevention and health provisions considered in Spain’s gambling-law reform.
Extremadura keeps gambling administrative fees unchanged for 2026
Operators and suppliers can use the published fee schedule to assess the cost of regulated gambling procedures in Extremadura.
Meier Corporation asks Chilean prosecutors to investigate Dreams casino award in Talca
The complaint seeks scrutiny of the casino permit award and could affect attention to the planned opening.
IBDRE questions Brazil’s fixed-odds betting ban
The measure’s treatment of authorisations and grants affects operators’ ability to continue in Brazil and recover their costs.
Caixa studies Uruguay betting model after postponing its launch
The review could shape Caixa’s plans for a Brazilian betting service and its approach to state involvement in the market.
Birmingham Magistrates’ Court jails former Capen chief over £285,000 lottery misuse
Lottery executives face consequences for misusing charitable proceeds, illustrated by Rydings receiving imprisonment and a compensation order.
Source: UKGC
IMGL's Mancini says Italian land-based gaming reform depends on political action
Operators need clarity on whether and how Italy will reorganise its land-based gaming network.
European Parliament estimates €3.9bn annual revenue from proposed online gambling tax
The proposal could affect online gambling taxation, but reported opposition leaves agreement among EU states uncertain.
Pix transaction counts fall 10% after Brazil bans online sports betting
The reported decline and fintech exposure indicate payment-sector effects being discussed around the betting ban.