Appointment
THNDR appoints Nancy MacIntyre as strategic advisor
The appointment adds an adviser as THNDR seeks to expand its operator network.
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Appointment
FIRST.bet appoints Ian Bradley as co-CEO
Shared leadership will direct FIRST.bet’s strategy as it pursues expansion in international markets.
Supreme Court reviews El Prat limits on gambling venues
The ruling could clarify whether municipalities can impose planning restrictions beyond regional gambling rules.
Spanish Supreme Court agrees to hear El Prat gambling-planning appeal
The Supreme Court appeal may clarify whether municipalities can use planning powers to restrict private gambling.
UKGC study examines gambling harms affecting families and friends
The findings point to support gaps for people affected by someone else’s gambling, including those using online services.
Philippine operators report mixed Q1 results amid rising compliance costs
Operators and investors face uneven results alongside higher compliance costs and reduced access through e-wallet apps.
Licence
Nevada Gaming Commission licenses HG Vora founder Parag Vora for three years
The licence allows Vora to pursue gaming-sector investments in Nevada under the state’s regulatory framework.
CGA sets 24 December deadline for Curaçao supplier licensing transition
Operators must check that relevant suppliers meet the licensing or registration requirements before the transition ends.
FIFA defends CazéTV broadcast relationship amid Brazil betting-ad investigation
The investigation and scrutiny of CazéTV’s advertising approach may affect how broadcasters present betting promotions during sports coverage.
Argentina launches campaign to prevent betting by children and adolescents
The campaign provides families with guidance and support channels to address betting-related risks for young people.
Brazil Senate may consider casino bill before July recess, Irajá says
The bill could change which gambling activities are permitted in Brazil if it passes the Senate and receives presidential sanction.
Austria submits draft gambling law for multi-operator online market
Operators face proposed exit and ban conditions as Austria prepares to replace its online gambling monopoly.
Momentum and Fanatics form UAE gaming joint venture after regulatory approval
The approved change of control places Momentum’s UAE lottery and gaming operations within a joint venture with Fanatics.
Licence
PopOK Gaming says it receives game certification for Argentina
The certification allows PopOK Gaming to offer its games to licensed operators in Argentina.
Fine
AGCO fines Great Canadian Entertainment $120,000 over casino software
The decision puts casino operators on notice about approval and testing requirements for gaming-system software.
KSA presents system-based approach to illegal gambling enforcement
The approach may affect service providers that support illegal gambling operators, not only the operators themselves.
Federal prosecutors indict six in alleged NBA sports betting scheme
The case concerns alleged manipulation of player performance and wagering, a direct integrity risk for sports betting operators.
Acquisition
Grupo Esportes Gaming Brasil agrees to acquire BETBR Loterias in Brazil
The proposed acquisition would add BETBR Loterias and its betting brands to the group’s operations.
CMN sets 24-hour deadline to block accounts linked to illegal betting
Banks and payment institutions must prepare processes to block notified accounts within the specified period.
New Mexico lawmaker seeks tribal compact talks on statewide online sports betting
Any compact change would affect how online sports betting is permitted and how related revenue is shared in New Mexico.
pre-seed SAFE
Polysights raises $1.5m pre-seed SAFE for prediction-market surveillance tools
The funding supports development of monitoring tools for prediction-market activity.
DraftKings launches DKeX prediction markets exchange in its app
The exchange gives DraftKings more direct control over the technology and operation of its prediction markets product.
Japanese platforms expand point-based prediction games amid gambling restrictions
Operators considering Japan must weigh the distinction between virtual-point products and rewards that may carry monetary value.
GCGRA approves Fanatics and Momentum Group UAE gaming joint venture
The venture can integrate Momentum’s licensed UAE operations with Fanatics’ capabilities across several gaming categories.
Kalshi sues Illinois over prediction market taxes and licensing rules
The lawsuit challenges whether Illinois can apply sportsbook taxes and licensing requirements to Kalshi’s event contracts.