Hetmantsev calls for open competition to lead Ukraine’s PlayCity
The proposed leadership process and monitoring system could shape oversight and taxation of Ukraine’s gambling market.
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Reports
Brazilian government orders banks to block funds of unauthorised betting operators
Operators and payment firms face a 24-hour deadline to halt transactions linked to unauthorised gambling activity.
Gensler challenges CFTC backing for sports event contracts
The competing interpretations could affect how sports event contracts are regulated across US jurisdictions.
Appointment
Novig appoints former CFTC and Kalshi official as regulatory chief
Mishory’s appointment adds regulatory and legal leadership as Novig enters prediction markets.
Axom secures $2.4m investment from Capricorn Group
The investment provides Axom with capital to support its stated growth plans.
Kalshi CEO says company is considering an IPO after 2026
A possible IPO and reported valuation may inform investor interest in Kalshi, but the company has not set a listing date.
Brazilian government promotes central betting self-exclusion platform during World Cup
The campaign directs users towards tools to restrict betting access and seek support for gambling problems.
SPA bars social interaction features on betting platforms in Brazil
The ruling prevents betting operators from offering user-sharing and chat functions on their platforms in Brazil.
ABERT seeks to join legal challenge to Rio Grande do Sul betting-ad rules
The court’s decision could affect how betting advertising rules apply across state and federal jurisdictions.
Egypt prepares amendments to criminalise online betting applications
Operators and payment providers face potential new criminal penalties if the proposed amendments become law.
Departure
Saratoga says Happy Valley Casino chief executive's departure was planned
The casino’s management transition remains subject to regulator approval, while its first full-month revenue provides an early operating figure.
Appointment
Ainsworth appoints María Teresa Gonzáles Plaza for Peru and Colombia
The appointment gives Ainsworth a commercial manager for its operations in Peru and Colombia.
CFTC sues Kentucky over state regulation of prediction markets
The case contests whether Kentucky can apply state betting laws and taxes to prediction-market platforms.
Armenia's Ministry of Economy revokes Shangri La Casino permit
The revocation requires the casino to halt operations while its operator considers an appeal.
AGLC sets advertising rules ahead of Alberta iGaming launch
Operators entering Alberta must adapt advertising, promotions and consent practices to the updated standards.
Missouri bar owner challenges attorney general’s gaming-machine enforcement authority
The case could clarify whether Missouri’s attorney general or legislature can determine the legal status of non-casino gaming machines.
AGCO permits live-streamed charity media bingo in Ontario
Eligible charities can use web livestreams while retaining existing sales and winner-verification requirements.
Spain sets cross-operator online gambling deposit caps of €700 a day
Operators will have to coordinate deposit tracking under DGOJ oversight and address the implementation concerns raised by Jdigital.
Cambodia’s CGMC reviews management of seized scam assets
The review concerns how authorities manage property seized from scam operations linked to Cambodia’s gambling sector.
Spain approves Royal Decree imposing deposit limits on betting customers
Operators in Spain face new deposit-limit obligations, adding to a run of government restrictions on bonusing and ID checks.
Nexus reports 47 clone gambling sites targeting 15 Italian operators
The reported activity exposes licensed operators to customer diversion and unauthorised use of their brands.
Penalty
Massachusetts Gaming Commission approves $25,000 MGM Springfield penalty
The penalty reinforces Massachusetts’ restriction on wagering on games involving in-state colleges, subject to a tournament exception.
Kenya’s GRA faces leadership challenge ahead of 30 June licensing deadline
The pending challenge coincides with a licensing deadline and may put scrutiny on decisions made during the proceedings.
Penn shareholders approve $17.4m cap on CEO pay package
Shareholders reduced the maximum CEO pay package, signaling changed investor approval of executive compensation.
Licence
Georgia lawmakers consider foreign-facing gambling licences with 5% GGR tax
Operators targeting foreign customers would face proposed licensing, domain, eligibility and tax requirements if lawmakers approve the regime.