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Fanatics launches online casino in Ontario
Fanatics Casino’s licensed launch adds an operator to Ontario’s regulated online gambling market.
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Massachusetts study finds young adults underestimate personal sports betting risks
Researchers urged stronger age verification and app-based responsible-gambling tools, identifying specific safeguards for betting operators to improve.
Massachusetts study finds young adults generally accept sports betting despite risks
The study gives regulators evidence that young adults consider sports betting acceptable while acknowledging risks.
IGCO classifies sports and entertainment event contracts as gambling in British Columbia
IGCO warns that online providers other than BCLC offering sports and entertainment event contracts to provincial players operate illegally.
UKGC suspends operating licences for BresBet and Bet St George
The suspensions halt betting at both operators while requiring them to preserve customer withdrawals and communicate changes affecting customers.
Ninth Circuit allows Nevada to apply gambling laws to Kalshi sports contracts
The ruling gives Nevada regulators room to pursue enforcement against Kalshi’s sports contracts.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission-funded study finds sports betting risks among young adults
The findings give Massachusetts regulators evidence on betting behaviour and perceived risks among young adults.
Queens Democrats urge Hochul to resolve Resorts World slot tax dispute
The dispute could raise Resorts World’s combined slot tax rate and affect its planned casino expansion.
Ninth Circuit says Nevada can regulate Kalshi sports contracts under gaming law
The ruling supports Nevada’s authority to require gaming licences for Kalshi sports-event contracts.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission launches initiative to curb athlete harassment
Operators may need to respond to investigations and exclusion decisions involving patrons accused of harassing athletes.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission sets process to exclude patrons for athlete harassment
Sports wagering operators and casino properties must apply the exclusion list once it takes effect.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission outlines voluntary self-exclusion options
The programme sets exclusion requirements for Massachusetts casino, sports wagering and iLottery operators.
International Entertainment schedules Philippine online casino debut for late August or September
The agreement gives the licensed operator a 3% revenue share, while its technology partner receives 97%, subject to deductions.
Melco considers online gaming launch at City of Dreams Manila
An online launch could allow Melco to compete alongside Philippine integrated resorts that already offer digital gaming, according to Seaport.
UK Gambling Commission suspends BresBet and Bet St George licences
The suspensions prevent both operators from relying on their licences until the regulator considers them compliant.
Ninth Circuit denies Kalshi injunction against Nevada sports-betting rules
The ruling leaves Nevada able to enforce state gambling rules against Kalshi’s sports-event contracts.
NORC study finds Massachusetts young adults see sports betting as socially acceptable
The findings give Massachusetts regulators and operators evidence on young adults’ betting attitudes and reported participation.
TAR Lazio orders renewed service in AGCOM €50,000 gambling-advertising case
The penalty remains unresolved, while the company must meet the court’s notification deadline to continue its appeal.
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AGCO fines NorthStar Gaming C$100,000 over anti-money laundering failures
The order highlights operators’ exposure to enforcement when required risk controls and source-of-funds checks are not applied.
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AGCO fines NorthStar Gaming CA$100,000 over Ontario AML failures
NorthStar’s CA$100,000 penalty follows AGCO findings of inadequate enhanced due diligence and source-of-funds checks for one player account.
NGCB reports Nevada casino revenue rises 2.1% to $1.4bn in July
Nevada’s casino revenue increased statewide, with the Las Vegas Strip recording faster percentage growth.
AGCO agrees $80,000 settlement with NorthStar Gaming over alleged AML failures
The settlement imposes an $80,000 payment over allegations that NorthStar allowed continued gambling despite apparent money laundering risks.
UKGC study estimates 13% perceived peer VPN use for gambling
Regulators and operators cannot treat the study’s perceived peer VPN use estimate as actual gambling or failed operator age checks.
BGC forecasts US$1.09bn in unlicensed wagers on England’s top football league
The BGC supports measures to retain customers in the regulated market as it forecasts higher betting volumes with unlicensed operators.
AGCOM guidance raises questions over Lazio sleeve sponsorship by Kaiyunsports.news
The guidance raises compliance questions for clubs and gambling-linked brands using visible shirt sponsorship in Italy.