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.
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Reports
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.
CFTC asks New Mexico court to block state gambling laws for Kalshi contracts
The case tests whether federal commodities oversight or New Mexico gambling rules govern Kalshi’s event contracts.
Brazil collects BRL4.586bn in betting taxes from January to April 2026
The figures show Brazil's regulated market raising substantial tax revenue while a large share of betting activity remains outside licensed operators.
AffPapa adds DafaBet to affiliate directory in partnership
The directory listing connects DafaBet with AffPapa’s registered affiliates for potential commercial collaborations.
Betsson adds more than 100 Capecod titles and Cupid Platform in Italy
The partnership immediately expands Betsson.it’s games and adds the Cupid Platform, with more titles expected.
US regulators seek stronger tools and cooperation against illegal gambling
Uneven enforcement capacity and the limits of self-exclusion affect how regulators and licensed operators address illegal gambling.
Tender
Fondazione FAIR offers €50,000 for responsible-gambling research in Italy
Eligible research institutions have until 16 November to seek funding for responsible-gambling studies.
EU Court says Italy may require police authorisation for betting collection
The ruling clarifies how national concession and police-authorisation requirements may apply to cross-border betting operators.
CFTC sues New Mexico to block state gambling laws for prediction markets
The case could affect whether state gambling laws apply to federally regulated prediction markets.
BGC asks Meta and Google to discuss illegal gambling
The BGC's open letter invites Meta and Google to join its work against illegal gambling.
Italy’s Court of Cassation upholds convictions in clandestine lottery case
The ruling confirms criminal liability for an organised illegal lottery operation and its established mafia link.
CFTC challenges New Mexico’s authority over Kalshi prediction markets
The case could determine whether state gaming laws can be applied to prediction markets overseen by the CFTC.
Guardia di Finanza executes 13 custody orders in Palermo betting investigation
The investigation concerns alleged illegal sports betting operations and cash-based betting collection in Palermo.
Illinois Lottery reports April sales of $312.2m
The sales figure gives lottery stakeholders a reported measure of Illinois Lottery performance for April.
Lazio Regional Administrative Court upholds ADM rules for online concessionaires
The ruling confirms that non-applicant concessionaires face restrictions and an orderly wind-down under the transition rules.
Madrid allows taxpayers to request gambling tax certificates
The rules set conditions and a fee for operators or other taxpayers seeking records of gambling-tax payments.
Madrid approves taxpayer-defence bill covering regional gambling taxes
Gambling companies could use the proposed tax account to check their fiscal information and case status.
Gary Gensler backs Ohio in dispute over federal sports betting oversight
The court’s treatment of sports contracts could affect whether states or federal regulators oversee prediction-market betting.
JPMorgan estimates MGM Osaka could add $31 per share in value
The estimate links the Osaka project’s potential value to MGM’s share valuation and its planned 2030 opening.
Genting chairman says New York casino could match Sentosa investment
The prospect bears on Genting’s investment outlook for its New York casino.
Appointment
Macau appoints Ng Wai Han as economy and finance secretary
The appointment changes leadership in Macau’s economic portfolio while leaving the gaming regulator’s next director unannounced.
Forsyth Barr forecasts SkyCity free cash flow yield could reach 20% in FY28
The analysts’ projections may inform investor expectations for SkyCity’s cash generation and dividends.