Fondazione Buozzi paper calls for organic rethink of Italy's gambling reform
The paper argues that online growth has left state tax revenue flat, a fiscal imbalance that any Italian gambling reform must address.
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Ghana’s NLA orders electronic lottery staking by August
Private lottery operators must move staking activity from paper to electronic terminals by the deadline.
Australia's states rely on gambling taxes as reform pressure builds
Operators face reform shaped by states' need to protect gambling tax revenue that funds public services.
Cassazione rejects appeal against custody in Sacra Corona Unita betting case
The ruling confirms that illegal betting operations linked to organised crime can sustain mafia-aggravation charges and pre-trial custody in Italy.
Italy considers preliminary approval of land-based gaming reform
Land-based gambling reform could receive preliminary cabinet approval by 29 August, citing ItaliaOggi.
Results
Comar reports €19.3m profit at Madrid casinos in 2025
Comar reported higher profit and revenue, while both Madrid venues received renewed operating authorisations.
IPI creditor committee seeks structured dismissal of Saipan Chapter 11 case
The court's decision could end IPI's bankruptcy and formally revoke its Saipan casino licence.
CFTC division clarifies event contract self-certification procedures
Event contract market operators may need to adjust how they submit related contracts for certification or approval.
HMRC applies 20% VAT to paid UK prize-draw entries
The tax treatment could change prize-draw operators’ costs and expose them to potential claims for earlier periods.
Belgian Gaming Commission warns of fraudulent emails using its identity
Fraudulent emails appearing from @kansspelcommissie.eu could misuse the Belgian Gaming Commission's name or branding.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
KSC warns of emails impersonating the regulator
Deceptive emails with addresses ending @kansspelcommissie.eu are circulating; KSC is investigating misuse of its identity.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Alberta opens regulated iGaming market with more than 20 operator websites
Operators had until 13 October to complete registration under the stated grace period before stricter enforcement applied.
Singapore police arrest or investigate 60 people over illegal online gambling
The action signals heightened enforcement risk in Singapore for operators and payment channels linked to unlicensed online gambling during major tournaments.
Brazil finance official calls for tobacco-style regulation of sports betting
Operators face the prospect of heavier tax and regulatory treatment if Brazil's finance ministry pursues the tobacco-style approach Durigan outlined.
India's real money gaming ban shapes Asia iGaming debate
The ban and new authority set the compliance baseline for operators and suppliers targeting Asia's real money gaming demand.
Codacons files AGCOM complaint over Pirlo and gambling advertising ban
The complaint tests how Italy's gambling advertising ban applies to a national team coach's public profile.
Iris removes minimum condition as Reef Casino Trust bid reaches 79.79%
The bid’s remaining conditions and acceptance level will determine whether Iris can acquire the trust or pursue delisting.
Dominican deputies return amended gambling bill to Senate
Operators should note the amended Dominican Republic gambling bill returns to the Senate, which approved an earlier version.
LSLGA accredits Global Lab and orders testing transition for Lagos operators
Operators and B2B providers in Lagos face compliance flags and possible licence revocation if their systems are not homologated under the new framework.
AGCOM reviews consultation results on responsible gambling communication guidelines
AGCOM placed consultation results on supplementary responsible gambling communication guidelines on its 22 July agenda.
South Korean police name Faker anti-gambling ambassador
Operators should note South Korea's police appointed Faker as honorary officer and anti-cyber gambling ambassador for awareness efforts.
Washington AG asks court to shut 16 social casino apps
The case tests whether virtual coins and extra play count as a thing of value under state gambling law, affecting social casino operators nationwide.
Netflix premieres prediction markets documentary after $5.6bn World Cup final trading
Prediction markets are drawing large trading volumes on major sports events, a development relevant to operators and regulators weighing their overlap with betting.
Pennsylvania representatives back bill to ban prediction market insider trading
The bill would add civil penalties for insider trading on prediction markets, a market segment drawing regulatory scrutiny in US states.
North American lottery association seeks clarity on sports event contracts
Regulators face pressure from lotteries to clarify rules for sports-related event contracts.