Castelli council bans online betting access on municipal networks and at schools
Operators’ platforms will be inaccessible through the municipal and educational networks covered by the ordinance.
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Reports
French lawmakers approve proposed loss limits for online bettors aged 18 to 25
Operators may have to apply age-specific loss limits if the bill becomes law and subsequent regulation sets the thresholds.
Brazilian Congress committee advances bill allocating up to 3% of betting revenue to Funapol
The proposed allocation would redirect part of betting revenue from health, social assistance and Social Security to Funapol.
Polymarket sues New Mexico over potential prediction-market enforcement
The case could determine whether New Mexico can apply state gambling laws to Polymarket’s prediction-market operations.
Coljuegos has issued 46,228 blocking orders against illegal betting sites since 2022
Coljuegos issued 46,228 blocking orders since 2022, 83% of the 55,658 orders in its history.
Source: Coljuegos (Colombia)
Appointment
FIRST.bet appoints Ian Bradley as co-CEO
Bradley’s appointment gives FIRST.bet shared leadership and oversight of product, technology and trading operations.
Soft2Bet secures WPT Royale brand deal for planned Ontario casino and sportsbook
The agreement adds a planned casino and sportsbook brand in Ontario, but launch depends on regulatory approvals.
Licence
AGLC approves Altenar to supply sports betting technology in Alberta
The approval allows Altenar to supply sportsbook technology to operators preparing to enter Alberta's regulated market.
Leeds committee approves transfer of Victoria Gate Casino licence to Merkur
The approval enables the casino sale to proceed with its premises licence transferring to Merkur.
Acquisition
Esportes da Sorte moves to acquire Apostou.com in Brazil
The proposed acquisition could bring BETBR Loterias, B1BET and BRBET under Esportes da Sorte Group’s control if approved.
Australian government introduces gambling advertising reform bill amid criticism
The proposed restrictions would change when gambling operators can advertise on television and online in Australia.
Brazilian committee approves bill directing up to 3% of betting revenue to federal police fund
If enacted, the measure would change how government revenue from betting is allocated and taxed operators’ market context.
Girelli calls for consistent national gambling rules in Italy
A national framework could replace differing regional approaches to support for people affected by gambling harm.
De Bertoldi criticises Italy’s fragmented gambling reform
Unresolved differences in local rules and tax treatment complicate planning for businesses operating across online and physical gambling.
Meta reportedly discusses potential Kalshi acquisition before prediction-market plans
Meta’s reported prediction-market development could affect competition, though real-money trading remains unresolved and acquisition talks ended without a deal.
Appointment
Kenya court cases challenge GRA director general’s appointment
The pending challenges may affect confidence in GRA leadership while it oversees operator licensing reviews.
Group takes control of BETBR Loterias in Brazil
Consolidation in Brazil's betting market changes the competitive field for operators and suppliers as ownership of B1BET and BRBET shifts.
French lawmakers advance proposed betting loss caps for 18-to-25-year-olds
Licensed sportsbooks may face age-specific customer loss limits if the bill passes in its final form.
Acquisition
Visualize Group agrees to acquire eCOGRA, subject to regulatory approval
The proposed acquisition could change ownership of a testing and certification provider used by gaming customers and regulators.
California judge blocks cardroom rules over Bureau of Gambling Control authority
The ruling leaves the challenged restrictions on cardroom games blocked unless the decision changes on appeal.
ONJN expands checks on Class II operators and illegal gambling in Romania
Class II operators face increased scrutiny and possible referrals or licence-revocation proposals for facilitating unlicensed gambling.
UK Gambling Commission executive calls for evidence-led regulation
Operators can expect regulatory decisions to be framed around evidence, measured impact and ongoing industry dialogue.
Kalshi asks Ohio court to block proposed $5m penalty
The case could affect whether Ohio can apply its gambling enforcement framework to Kalshi’s sports contracts.
Michigan judge orders Kalshi to geofence its prediction markets
The order requires Kalshi to restrict Michigan access while its appeal proceeds, with a stated daily consequence for non-compliance.
Meta reportedly explores Kalshi acquisition before developing prediction app
Meta’s planned app without real-money wagering differs from Kalshi’s business, which the proposed acquisition would have brought under Meta.