GLPI and Prologis form joint venture to redevelop former Joliet casino site
The deal transfers a former casino property into a logistics development, subject to municipal approval and staged land contributions.
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Aristocrat expands Monopoly Big Board Bucks to US Class II casinos
Class II casino operators can consider adding Aristocrat’s Monopoly title on the Baron Portrait cabinet.
Italian government considers higher slot tax and costlier concession extensions
Operators and concession holders face potential tax increases and more costly extensions if the proposals enter the final bill.
Italian government considers higher slot tax and costlier concession extensions
Operators and concession holders face potential tax increases and more costly extensions if the proposals enter the final bill.
Appointment
Digitain appoints Domenico Mazzola as Italy head of sales
The appointment gives Digitain a named commercial lead for operator relationships in Italy.
Malta budget raises work-permit costs for non-EU workers from 2027
The added permit charges and benefit limits may affect iGaming employers’ costs when hiring non-EU workers in Malta.
Castilla y León proposes cash-only payments at gaming venues from 2027
Operators in Castilla y León may need to adapt venue payment options if the proposed cash-only rule is approved.
Castilla y León lawmakers consider gaming venue rules in draft reform
The proposed opening and visibility rules could affect gaming venues if lawmakers approve them.
Appointment
Play Spain Casino appoints Salones de Juego de Levante as sole administrator
The registrations change management and legal representation at three gambling-sector companies.
Blask report says offshore brands captured 84% of French gambling demand
The figures indicate that licensed operators may not be capturing the search interest recorded in France.
Kangwon Land sets KRW3tn annual revenue target in revised strategy
Investors and suppliers can assess Kangwon Land’s revenue target alongside its customer, sustainability and local economic objectives.
New Hampshire Supreme Court upholds Concord Casino licence revocation
The ruling leaves the casino’s licence revoked and its proposed sale unapproved.
Brazil government seeks December approval for fixed-odds betting ban
Operators and other stakeholders face uncertainty while Congress considers whether to prohibit fixed-odds betting.
Entain estimates £25m annual cost from UK machine games duty increase
Entain expects higher UK and Ireland retail costs but says mitigation will offset them by the end of 2028.
1xCare and FEJAR agree harm-prevention partnership in Spain
The framework could widen access to FEJAR support while keeping therapeutic decisions independent of 1xCare and donors.
Tender
Amapá suspends lottery tender to revise rules after fixed-odds betting ban
The suspension delays a 20-year state lottery concession that included fixed-odds betting.
Tuberville backs Alabama gambling vote but calls for a single package
A comprehensive proposal and referendum could shape the route for future gambling legislation in Alabama.
Spain sets online gambling payment and deposit-limit implementation dates
Operators face specified compliance dates and default deposit caps, while proposed promotion limits remain subject to legislative progress.
FEJAR and 1xCare agree to explore access to online therapy
The agreement could broaden access to online support while keeping therapy decisions with FEJAR.
Bet On Ceuta president criticises support for payment checks in Spain
Operators must verify payment ownership and manage withdrawal restrictions for existing customers during the transition period.
Merger
CIRSA calls 30 November meeting to vote on Lottomatica merger
CIRSA shareholders will decide on the merger terms and dividend, while completion remains conditional on approvals and other requirements.
Licence
Finland’s National Police Board grants 18 gambling licences
The grants establish the first approved operators, while pending applicants face an estimated processing period of up to eight months.
Greece's gaming regulator outlines market structure and 18 online licensees
The overview sets out the different operating frameworks and the number of licensed online gambling companies in Greece.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
Star Entertainment engages WhiteHawk Capital Partners after AUSTRAC penalty
Investors can monitor Star’s lender engagement amid the review linked to the AUSTRAC penalty.
ASA rules against Best Bookies and Betting Sites over self-exclusion search ad
Affiliates may need to review how their search advertising reaches people seeking self-exclusion support.