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Reports
Chile proposes casino and online betting restrictions for child-support debtors
If enacted, casino operators and authorised betting platforms would need to check the register and restrict listed customers.
Kalshi caps monthly deposits at $2,500 for traders aged 18 to 20
The cap changes the monthly deposit limit for Kalshi traders aged 18 to 20.
Tender
KSA opens 2027 tender for Dutch offline horse-racing betting licence
Applicants face a January tender window, a non-refundable fee and a licence covering offline pari-mutuel horse-racing bets.
Source: KSA (Netherlands)
GiG Software reports wider Q3 losses and plans further African acquisitions
Wider quarterly losses alongside planned African acquisitions may shape GiG Software’s investment priorities and expansion.
Brazilian government prioritises fixed-odds betting ban bill for 2026
The proposed ban could end fixed-odds betting operations and remove related federal tax revenue and statutory transfers.
Brazilian government receives 2.6 times regulated betting sector’s 2025 profit
Investors assessing Brazil’s regulated market should note the estimated gap between public receipts and operator profits, excluding two government charges.
Italy weighs gambling contribution in 2027 budget
The proposed contribution could affect the financial terms for lottery and online gambling activity in Italy.
Mozambique sets online casino rules to take effect on 20 November
Operators seeking a Mozambican concession must meet new capital, ownership and local-incorporation requirements.
Licence
Kansspelautoriteit invites applications for horse-racing totalisator licence
The process gives providers an opportunity to apply for the licence before the current term ends.
Italian parliamentary committee begins scrutiny of EU Kids Act proposal
The proposal could introduce safety and oversight requirements affecting online games and app distribution.
Girelli publishes Italian bill covering minors’ digital health and gaming use
The proposal could shape future school and public-health measures addressing minors’ problematic or compulsive video-game use.
Acquisition
Games Global acquires majority stake in Wishbone Games
Games Global’s majority stake gives it control of Wishbone Games, replacing the co-founders as persons with significant control.
BOS report says Swedish regulator set AML fees near statutory maximum
Swedish operators can assess potential AML-related fees in light of the reported fee-setting approach.
ADM changes procedures for disused gaming machines from 1 November
Operators handling disused machines must adapt their disposal procedures and reporting to the revised requirements.
Jurnii reports smaller UK casino offers after remote gaming duty rise
The findings indicate how casino operators adjusted existing-customer promotion values after the UK duty increase.
Canary Islands proposes bingo hall changes, including 30 gaming positions
Bingo operators in the islands would need to assess the proposed changes if the rules are approved.
Canary Islands collects €31.2m in gambling taxes in first half of 2026
Operators can factor the reported tax receipts, machine limit and stated 2027 tax intention into market planning.
Betsson Group sets technology challenge at Málaga university hackathon
The challenge gives students access to Betsson’s web platform while linking the company with technology talent in Málaga.
Departure
Casino Torrequebrada appoints Charles Camille Ghostine after Roland Elkhoury resigns
The filings record governance and representation changes at several gambling-sector companies in Spain.
Licence
Guadalajara approves works and installation licence for gaming venue
The approval allows the proposed gaming venue to advance through the local authorisation process.
Industry figures urge supply-chain action against Argentina’s illegal gambling market
Operators and regulators may need co-ordinated action across the supply chain, rather than relying on website blocks alone.
Hoiana plans Singapore office to build regional commercial partnerships
The proposal could give Hoiana a closer base for developing business and travel relationships in Singapore.
Appointment
BC Game appoints Ali “Ako” Muhanned as CEO
BC Game’s planned live sessions, escalation channel and progress reports give players and operators specific measures to assess under its new CEO.
Culinary Union urges Station Casinos to bargain at Red Rock after stay denial
The order affects labour obligations at Red Rock and may shape contract talks between Station Casinos and its workers’ union.