Ninth Circuit hears tribes’ bid to block Kalshi sports contracts on reservations
The appeal could affect whether tribal governments can challenge sports contracts offered on their lands.
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AMLA consults on risk assessment rules for non-financial businesses
Gaming businesses may be assessed under the shared risk methodology proposed for non-financial sectors.
Licence
MGCB approves DraftKings for multi-state online poker across three states
The approval enables DraftKings to pool eligible online poker players across three states through its Michigan partner.
AMLA opens risk-assessment consultation with 10 September deadline
The draft could shape how gambling-sector risks are classified and supervised by authorities.
AMLA consults on draft EU money-laundering risk standards for non-financial entities
Gaming entities within the covered non-financial sector may need to consider the proposed risk-assessment and reporting methodology.
Licence
CRAJ authorises BMM Testlabs España to certify gaming equipment in Andorra
Gaming equipment intended for Andorra can use BMM Testlabs España’s authorised testing and certification services.
Licence
DGOJ homologates Golden Park Games technical system for other fixed-odds betting
The stated homologation concerns the technical system for a named betting category.
Appointment
PG Soft appoints Hugo Baungartner as Latin America general manager
The appointment places regional expansion and Brazil strategy under a named executive.
Extremadura approves Q3 2026 gaming machine tax register in Badajoz
Operators have a limited period to review the register and challenge its entries.
GRAI launches Irish campaign to address underage gambling
The campaign gives families guidance on recognising underage gambling and directs them towards support services.
Brazil's Justice Ministry seeks answers from Apple and Google over betting apps
The notices put app-store controls and age verification for betting applications under renewed scrutiny in Brazil.
Fenabanca proposes distance rules and transition terms for Dominican gambling bill
The proposals could shape licensing, outlet spacing and fees for lottery operators if included in the bill.
JHSF completes US$160m purchase of Enjoy Punta del Este
The acquisition keeps the existing casino within a larger planned hotel, retail and residential complex.
Brazil ministry seeks Apple and Google details on betting-app safeguards
The proceeding could require app stores to explain how they screen betting apps and prevent minors’ access.
Licence
Alberta launches regulated online gambling market as suppliers enter
The launch creates a new regulated provincial market for operators and suppliers seeking Canadian expansion.
Mpumalanga Economic Regulator announces launch of MER Connect portal
The portal is intended to provide gambling licensees and applicants with online access to licensing, compliance and regulatory services.
Source: Mpumalanga Economic Regulator
Appointment
Digitain appoints Dario Jurcic as chief commercial officer for Europe and Africa
The appointment gives Digitain a named executive responsible for commercial activity across Europe and Africa.
IBJR admits DigiPlus as a member in Brazil
DigiPlus’s membership adds a federally licensed operator to an industry association focused on responsible gambling and combating illegal betting.
Amazon agrees to proposed $201 million settlement in social casino lawsuit
The proposed settlement could direct consumer reimbursement claims to 32 social casino developers rather than Amazon.
PENN launches theScore Bet and casino apps in Alberta
PENN’s apps offer sportsbook, casino and sports-media services in Alberta’s regulated online market.
Curaçao Gaming Authority sets wind-down rules for licence holders
Licence holders must follow defined closure procedures while protecting players and settling outstanding liabilities.
Brazilian Justice Ministry notifies Apple and Google over betting apps
The notices put app-store operators on notice about unauthorised betting apps and age-verification requirements in Brazil.
Nevada Gaming Control Board rejects bettor’s $1,008 reimbursement appeal
The decision reinforces the Board’s stated expectation that bettors raise wager disputes before the event concludes.
Appointment
Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke appoints Dawn Marquis-Deere as executive director
The appointment gives the body that hosts the Kahnawake Gaming Commission a permanent administrative head.
Source: Kahnawake Gaming Commission
California tribes maintain 2028 target for online sports betting ballot initiative
The proposed ballot timetable and reported revenue pressure bear on California tribes’ plans for a regulated online sports betting market.