Blask puts Brazil at 57.8% of Latin American online betting demand
Brazil’s falling brand interest after the ban may reshape operators’ view of regional demand, though Blask measures interest, not revenue or bettors.
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Reports
Brazil federal courts have no active injunctions protecting bets operators
The reported absence of active injunctions leaves operators without the court-ordered protection described in the review.
Brazilian government prioritises proposed bets ban for Congress
Operators face a proposed nationwide ban that the government is seeking to advance through Congress.
Spain brings payment ownership checks into force for online gambling
Operators must verify payment ownership and resolve unverified existing accounts by 28 April 2027.
Appointment
Madrid appoints Jorge Rodrigo to lead department overseeing gambling
The appointment changes the political lead for Madrid's gambling authorisations, inspections and enforcement.
Spain's Royal Decree 813/2026 requires payment ownership checks from 28 October
Operators must verify payment-method ownership while managing a six-month transition during which existing players cannot withdraw unverified winnings.
Tender
Ontario opens Niagara casino investment process for up to three operators
The process sets the number of potential entrants, application deadline and financial terms for Niagara casino operators.
AGCO changes lottery standards for integrated self-service terminal cameras
Retailers using integrated terminal cameras must meet the new image-capture and 14-day footage-retention rules.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO lottery standards restrict access, sales and betting by designated groups
Lottery sellers and operators must apply the standards’ eligibility restrictions and controls on prohibited betting.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Ontario registrar approves Woodbine post-time amendment for 2026 schedule
The approval changes a scheduled race-day post time, affecting operators and participants planning for the event.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO permits built-in cameras on Ontario self-serve lottery terminals
OLG and registered sellers can use built-in cameras under specified privacy, monitoring and footage-retention requirements.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Netherlands Gambling Authority convenes player protection conference with 16 countries
The planned working groups could shape cross-border cooperation on player protection and illegal gambling.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Gaming Commission reviews EPIS safeguards and self-exclusion options
Operators may need to track any future changes to EPIS inclusion or voluntary self-exclusion rules.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgian Gaming Commission discusses gambling bans and debt support in Namur
The reported evasion of gambling bans and gaps in support are relevant to player-protection and compliance work.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Dutch regulator convenes player protection conference with 16 European countries
The working groups could develop shared approaches to player protection and illegal gambling across participating jurisdictions.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgian Gaming Commission examines possible changes to player exclusion safeguards
Operators may need to monitor any future changes to EPIS enrolment and voluntary exclusion periods.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Appointment
Fertitta is expected to appoint Reeg to lead Landry’s after Caesars acquisition
The reported plan could reshape executive oversight across Caesars and Golden Nugget if the acquisition closes.
North Fork Mono Casino opens with more than 2,400 slots
The opening adds a casino with more than 2,400 slots and 40 table games to the Central Valley market.
Source: PR Newswire Gaming
Agepar opens consultation on Paraná state lottery rules
Operators and bettors can submit views on the proposed lottery rules before Agepar finalises them.
Appointment
NagaCorp appoints Yeap Chee Wan as independent non-executive director
NagaCorp’s board gains an independent non-executive director with finance experience.
Panama approves digital fiscal lottery rules and B/.440,000 national draw
The approved procedures set prize amounts and participation requirements for a new invoice-linked lottery.
Morocco projects MAD195m from gambling-related revenue in 2027
Operators and bettors could face automatic tax assessment when gambling-winnings declarations are missing or incomplete, if the proposal passes.
Supporters press for federal action on sports betting advertising in Canada
The bill could establish a federal approach to sports betting advertising if enacted.
SindiBets SP, AMIG and ABRAJOGO seek speaking slots at STF betting hearing
The request could give the groups a chance to present sector data during the hearing on the measure banning fixed-odds betting.
DGOJ sets aggregate deposit limits for licensed online betting operators
Licensed operators may need to apply deposit limits aggregated across the market.