Appointment
Star Entertainment appoints Ameet Patel to lead two Queensland resorts
The appointments put one executive in charge of Star Entertainment’s two Queensland resorts, pending regulatory approval.
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Acquisition
Moody’s views Bally’s proposed Evoke acquisition as credit positive
The proposed acquisition and financing could ease Bally’s Intralot refinancing pressure and improve liquidity after completion.
Tender
MAGLA invites applications for Malawi betting and casino licences
Applicants must meet separate deadlines, obtain RFP documents and pay category-specific fees to pursue Malawi licences.
Sweden’s Administrative Court of Appeal upholds bingo terminal licence refusal
The ruling limits where operators can offer bingo through terminals in Sweden.
Peru’s regulated gambling demand rises 120% after 2024 market launch
The figures indicate strong demand growth alongside a markedly smaller measured offshore presence in Peru.
Appointment
Red Rock Resorts appoints J. Colby Williams as general counsel
The appointment changes the executive responsible for Red Rock Resorts’ legal, regulatory and compliance work.
Appointment
Tequity appoints Alex Scott as chief product officer
Scott will lead product strategy and development, shaping Tequity’s product direction.
FanDuel launches Sisal-developed Super Sub feature in the US
FanDuel’s launch brings a Sisal-developed feature that transfers a player-based wager to a substitute when the selected footballer leaves.
Valencia opens public hearing on draft gaming venue rules
The draft could shape requirements for gaming venues in Valencia.
Subtel proposes three options to block illegal betting sites in Chile
Internet providers could face coordinated blocking requirements if the court adopts the proposed approach.
Licence
Nevada Gaming Control Board recommends Noel Hayden for licensing
The recommendation is a step towards Nevada approval for a shareholder whose Bally’s stake exceeds 10%.
Lotería de Nariño adds Sapuyes and Córdoba to illegal-gambling programme
The expanded municipal network adds two local partners to efforts against illegal gambling in Nariño.
Austria’s coalition negotiators consider a cooling-off period for online gambling licences
The proposal could affect which existing operators qualify for licences if Austria opens its online gambling market.
Chilean lawmakers propose biometric checks for online betting platforms
If approved, the proposal would require online betting platforms to add biometric identification controls for users in Chile.
Globo agrees to acquire Bingão do Brasil amid Brazil market plans
The acquisition concerns a prospective electronic bingo business while Brazil’s bill covering bingo and physical casinos remains pending in Congress.
Appointment
DraftKings appoints Andrew Winchell as government affairs lead
The appointment gives DraftKings a named government affairs lead with experience in comparable roles.
Indian Gaming Association leaders criticise CFTC prediction market rules proposal
The proposal could reshape the regulatory framework for sports event contracts and affect tribal and state gaming interests.
CFTC approves ProphetX as US contract market and clearing organisation
CFTC registrations enable ProphetX to operate event-contract trading, clearing and settlement under federal oversight.
Blask finds UK and Turkey have lowest iGaming demand concentration across 133 markets
Blask’s figures show top brands hold less than half of demand in the UK and Turkey, indicating less concentrated markets.
Betting and Gaming Council urges UK action against illegal gambling market
The proposals could affect enforcement expectations for platforms and service providers connected to unlicensed gambling businesses.
Illinois Gaming Board extends Bally's Chicago temporary casino deadline to 2027
The extension lets Bally's continue operating its temporary Chicago casino while construction of the permanent venue proceeds.
Acquisition
Alberta court approves IGP acquisition of Gamehost for CAD13.65 per share
Final court approval clears the way for IGP to acquire Gamehost, following shareholder backing.
Prediction market operators sue Kentucky over 14.25% transaction-fee tax
The lawsuit challenges Kentucky’s tax treatment of prediction markets and could affect how the state applies it to operators.
Brazil betting companies dispute campaign figures on gambling harms
Disputed estimates and proposed legislation could shape debate over Brazil's regulated betting sector.
Somers asks BIA to halt Hard Rock Kenosha casino without town funding
The town’s request could affect the proposed casino’s path to federal approval and its local funding arrangements.