BGC proposes five measures to curb the UK unlicensed gambling market
The proposals could affect enforcement powers and payment, advertising and website controls for UK gambling businesses.
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Reports
US terror designations raise compliance considerations for Brazil’s betting operators
Operators may need to assess whether their customer-screening and suspicious-transaction controls address the risks described.
South Korea launches cash rewards for reports of illegal gambling sites
The campaign gives operators and regulators a public reporting channel to identify illegal gambling sites for blocking.
BGC urges UK government to adopt five-point illegal gambling plan
The BGC’s proposals target illegal gambling through blocks, payment restrictions, penalties and action against enabling companies.
DSWV warns illegal operators could capture €300m-€400m in German World Cup bets
The projections suggest a substantial share of World Cup betting turnover among German customers could go to unlicensed operators.
AGCO reminds Ontario alcohol permit holders of World Cup operating rules
Permit holders must observe AGCO rules on alcohol service and prevent illegal gambling during increased World Cup activity.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Masaf revises racecourse subsidy decree following Lazio court rulings
The revised classification and allocation rules determine which racecourses can receive residual subsidies and capital contributions.
Acquisition
Bally’s Intralot agrees to acquire Evoke, subject to shareholder and regulatory approval
Completion would combine the two companies’ betting, online gaming and lottery businesses, subject to approvals.
Brazil sports ministry sets transparency rules for betting-tax funds
Sports bodies receiving betting-tax funds face new disclosure duties and conditions on administrative spending.
Series A
EDGE Markets raises $29.2m in Series A funding
The capital is intended to fund EDGE Markets’ launch of two products for the prediction-markets sector.
South Korea's Gambling Control Commission offers rewards for illegal betting tips
Licensed operators may be asked to increase monitoring as authorities coordinate site blocking and investigations.
Mpumalanga records R22.25bn gambling GGR in FY2024/25
The figures show operators and investors the scale of gambling revenue in Mpumalanga relative to other provinces.
CAP and ASA target gambling social media ads that may appeal to under-18s
Operators running social media campaigns face closer scrutiny of content that could appeal to under-18s under the new compliance initiative.
Brazilian sports ministry sets rules for sports-betting funds used by sports bodies
The rules shape how sports bodies can use betting-derived public funds and require disclosure of their spending.
Bally’s Intralot offers to acquire evoke in £243.1 million deal
The proposed takeover and associated financing arrangements could change ownership of evoke, but completion depends on multiple approvals and conditions.
CAP to monitor UK gambling marketing for content appealing to minors
Operators must review marketing content for material that could particularly attract people under 18.
Acquisition
Bally’s Intralot agrees £243.1m acquisition of evoke
The deal would change ownership of evoke and combine its business with Bally’s Intralot, subject to completion.
Allwyn CEO says UK lottery spending per capita trails Italy and France
The comparison frames Allwyn’s view of UK lottery growth potential alongside its planned US expansion.
NSW government pledges A$1.3m more for GambleAware services
More funding, service locations and peer support workers expand GambleAware’s support capacity across New South Wales.
Leadstar Media says Irish gambling overhaul can widen market competition
Operators and suppliers preparing for Ireland's new regime face a reshaped competitive landscape as the Act takes effect next month.
Nigerian states move to build gambling laws after Supreme Court ruling
Operators face a patchwork of state licensing regimes, with the FSGRN's Universal Reciprocity Certificate covering only online gaming in member states.
Acquisition
Accel Entertainment acquires Louisiana casino assets, adding 50 gaming devices
The acquisition adds 50 video gaming devices in Louisiana, with plans to raise the site’s capacity to 60.
Colorado bans sportsbook push alerts and credit-card deposits
Operators must adjust customer messaging, payment options, deposit controls and marketing practices before the law takes effect.
Botswana Gambling Authority warns of betting-related social harms
Operators in Botswana face a stated regulatory focus on unlicensed online betting and stronger player-protection oversight.
Acquisition
Accel Entertainment acquires Rice Palace Truck Stop Casino assets in Louisiana
The acquisition adds 50 video gaming devices, with plans to increase capacity to 60, expanding Accel’s Louisiana operations.