ESMA clarifies rules for prediction markets and event contracts
Operators may face financial, gambling or crypto regulation depending on the features and underlying assets of their contracts.
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Ohio Casino Control Commission advances proposed sports betting credit card ban
If approved, the rule would restrict how Ohio sports bettors can fund wagers.
Appointment
Zitro appoints Ángel Sueiro as regional director for Asia
The appointment gives Zitro a regional executive focused on sales and operator relationships across Asia.
BOYLE Sports launches Spotlight Sports Group touchscreen racing-bet feature
The feature links in-shop betting screens with BOYLE Sports’ app and counter transactions.
Prospect Markets agrees proposed US prediction-markets launch with OG Broker
The proposed entry depends on definitive agreements and any required regulatory approvals before launch.
Licence
Nevada Gaming Control Board reviews Fertitta executives’ suitability applications
The suitability proceedings are an initial licensing step for executives at the company with a pending Caesars acquisition agreement.
Virginia Lottery lets winners withhold names and photographs without written consent
The policy changes winner-publicity procedures and requires the lottery to notify affected winners privately.
Alberta launches regulated online gambling market on 13 July
Operators seeking to enter Alberta must complete both provincial registration and a commercial agreement with the conduct-and-manage entity.
Licence
Nevada approves Terrible’s licence as Affinity transfers Primm casinos
The transfer of Primm Valley Casino Resorts changes management of the gaming properties amid disputed accounts of Affinity’s exit.
US lawyers say CFTC may hold an edge in prediction-market dispute
The outcome could shape whether states or the CFTC regulate sports-related prediction contracts.
Acquisition
Banijay Gaming acquires JOA's French casino network
The deal adds 33 land-based casinos to Banijay's French footprint as it pursues omnichannel expansion in a market without regulated iGaming.
Jefferies analyst warns of headwinds for Las Vegas and Macau casinos
The outlook may inform casino operators’ and investors’ assessments of near-term results and longer-term growth prospects.
Acquisition
Banijay Gaming agrees to acquire JOA’s 33 French casinos
JOA’s 33 casinos could join Banijay Gaming, subject to employee consultations and regulatory approval.
FIT representative urges faster reform of Italy’s land-based gambling rules
Operators face continued uncertainty over fragmented local rules and repeated extensions while the reform remains unresolved.
Acquisition
Banijay Gaming agrees acquisition of JOA’s 33 French casinos
Investors should note the deal adds 33 French casinos to Banijay Gaming through a put option with Blackstone- and Kings Park-managed funds.
Appointment
South Africa appoints Bonakele as lottery commission chair
The appointments will shape governance of the body that regulates South Africa’s lottery sector and distributes grants.
Catania appeal court acquits betting-shop owner in illegal intermediation case
The ruling clarifies what evidence prosecutors must establish in cases involving betting outlets linked to unlicensed bookmakers.
Catania appeal court acquits CTD-PVR operator in betting intermediation case
The decision sets out the evidential distinction relevant to prosecutions of betting outlet operators.
Licence
Vulkan Systems says Galicia authorises HYDRA access-control system
The authorisation enables Vulkan Systems to offer HYDRA to gambling venues in Galicia.
Licence
MINCETUR approves TaDa Gaming for Peru’s regulated market
The approval enables TaDa Gaming to offer certified titles in Peru, including through its named operator and distribution partners.
Licence
MINCETUR recognises TaDa Gaming for Peru's regulated market
The recognition and local launch establish TaDa Gaming's presence in Peru's regulated market.
Licence
TaDa Gaming receives MINCETUR approval for Peru
The approval allows TaDa Gaming to offer certified games in Peru’s regulated market.
BHA and ITV set four-day Christmas racing schedule for 2026
Separate feature days give broadcasters and betting audiences a revised schedule for the Christmas racing period.
Brazil sets out financial-blocking measures targeting unlicensed betting operators
The measures affect payment access for unlicensed operators, while the low estimated setup cost illustrates an enforcement challenge.
Acquisition
Burghclere acquires H2 Gambling Capital to combine data and industry media
The acquisition brings together a data provider used in Dutch market monitoring and an industry media business.