NFL policy bars Saquon Barkley from holding Polymarket stake
The policy affects prediction-market investment by NFL personnel and signals the league’s position on sports event contracts.
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Georgia approves tax rules for international casino tournaments
Casinos in Georgia gain a defined framework and tax incentives for qualifying tournaments aimed largely at foreign participants.
Vietnam decrees allow VNeID checks and raise casino entry penalties
Casinos must update identity checks and manage higher penalties and suspension risks for entry-control failures.
Campania court upholds Questura refusal for betting shop near nursery
The ruling confirms that the proposed Bacoli venue cannot open under the stated distance requirement.
Brazilian government urges public to support online betting ban
Operators and investors face continued uncertainty over whether Brazil’s online betting ban will remain in force.
Kenya’s GRA plans a prediction-markets licence category
Platforms offering prediction markets in Kenya may face a dedicated licensing framework, although requirements remain undisclosed.
Paraguay proposes DINAJZAR regulator in gambling reform bill
The proposed operator cap and long digital concessions could shape market access if lawmakers approve the bill.
Italy’s 2027 budget bill may include gaming-sector contributions, Kogem says
Potential tax and concession changes could affect costs and commercial conditions across Italy’s licensed gaming supply chain.
Appointment
Altenar appoints Steven Craven as chief financial officer
Suppliers and investors can assess who will oversee Altenar’s financial operations and strategy as it develops international markets.
Appointment
ADM forms panel to select candidates for two senior posts
The selection will determine appointments to two ADM directorates, including its territorial office in Friuli Venezia Giulia.
Licence
ANJ approves Betsson to launch online poker in France
The approval allows Betsson to enter France's online poker market and share liquidity internationally.
ADM reminds Italy betting operators to pay second concession instalment by 30 October
The payment deadline affects concessionaires and physical betting collection operators in Italy.
Corrientes lawmakers advance school gambling-harm prevention bill
Schools in Corrientes could face new prevention, training and intervention duties if the bill passes.
Campania regional court upholds betting-shop licence refusal in Bacoli
The ruling leaves the proposed betting shop unable to open at the Bacoli site.
Tender
Kansspelautoriteit opens Netherlands totalizer licence applications in January
Eligible operators have a defined January application window and must budget for a €40,900 fee.
Veikkaus and Viaplay plan Viabet launch in Finland and Denmark
The agreement gives Veikkaus a planned consumer-gaming launch in two markets with Viaplay as its commercial partner.
MGCB agreement requires Polymarket to withdraw Michigan sports contracts
The agreement sets a deadline for Polymarket to exit Michigan sports event contracts while its appeal remains unresolved.
ASA upholds complaint over betting affiliate ad shown after self-exclusion search
The ruling means betting affiliates must account for the risk that search advertising reaches people seeking to limit gambling.
CBF sends lawyer to Brazil Supreme Court hearing on betting ban
The hearing could shape the implementation timeline for the betting ban and the position of football clubs affected by it.
UK government plans Remote Gaming Duty changes from April 2027
The proposed rules could change how operators calculate Remote Gaming Duty on freeplays, prizes and tournament participation.
Campania regional court upholds denial of Bacoli betting hall licence
The ruling confirms the 250-metre separation requirement and the method used to measure access points near schools.
MGA completes consultation review on Recognition Notice framework updates
Recognition Notice holders should watch for MGA guidance on how revised framework requirements will apply.
Source: MGA (Malta)
SAPAR warns proposed PREU rise could threaten small Italian machine operators
The proposal could raise operating costs for machine businesses, particularly smaller operators with less capacity to absorb them.
Broadridge adds Kalshi event contracts to CQG trading platforms
The integration gives brokers, futures commission merchants and traders another route to access Kalshi event contracts within existing trading systems.
Source: PR Newswire Gaming
SAPAR opposes reported PREU rise for Italian AWP and VLT machines
The reported tax and concession changes could affect investment and the continued operation of smaller machine businesses.