Ganime predicts Brazil betting ban will expire in Congress
Ganime’s assessment points to concerns over how the prohibition affects operators’ existing contracts with football clubs and broadcasters.
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Winamax extends handball sponsorships through the 2027/28 season
The extension maintains Winamax’s presence across major handball competitions in Germany and France and at EHF finals events.
Flamengo and Fluminense protest Brazil’s fixed-odds betting ban
The clubs’ protest and court action put pressure on the implementation and legal status of Brazil’s betting ban.
Denmark plans phased introduction of gambling reforms in 2027
Operators face a proposed staged rollout of Denmark’s gambling reforms during 2027, with parliamentary debate due in October.
Peru lawmakers propose 5% consumption tax on online bets
The proposal could change the tax burden on online betting operators and bettors, though the bill says the impact may be absorbed, passed on or shared.
North Carolina House candidate linked to property housing illegal gambling
The reported gambling room raises questions about property-owner and candidate accountability where commercial slot machines are banned.
Macau records 1,951 gaming-related crimes in first nine months
Fraud and unauthorised gambling currency exchange drove Macau’s increase in gaming-related criminal cases.
Nevada lawmakers renew push for full federal gambling loss deduction
Nevada lawmakers seek to reverse a deduction change that could create federal tax liabilities for gamblers who break even.
Award
Buenos Aires lottery institute awards 20-year Casino Sasso operating contract
The award establishes the operator and revenue share for Casino Sasso while leaving three other locations without a successful tender.
Wyoming lawmakers propose felony ban on online sweepstakes games
The draft could expose sweepstakes-game operators in Wyoming to felony liability if enacted.
Brazilian provisional measure ends betting authorisations for 85 companies
Operators and suppliers face a short withdrawal timetable, while the measure removes authorisations granted for five years.
State attorneys general urge Supreme Court to hear Kalshi dispute in USA
Conflicting state rulings underpin calls for Supreme Court intervention in New Jersey’s prediction-market appeal involving Kalshi.
Appointment
WGBA appoints former EGBA chief Maarten Haijer as director general
The new alliance creates a global industry body engaging with regulators and policymakers on gambling regulation.
IG Group says proposed Underdog deal would lift US revenue share to 41%
The proposed acquisition could diversify IG Group’s revenue beyond its UK and CFD focus if completed.
Cyclickal consultant urges focus on illegal gambling amid UK advertising debate
Murray’s commentary urges prioritising illegal gambling in the UK advertising debate as a new gambling minister takes office.
Tender
Buenos Aires province closes Necochea casino tender without an award
No qualifying bids means the casino modernisation and operation lack a selected concessionaire.
Coljuegos informs operators of a new slot-machine inventory update function
Land-based operators need to account for the new function when updating slot-machine inventories.
Source: Coljuegos (Colombia)
Macquarie forecasts growth for US online betting and iGaming operators
Macquarie forecasts growth for US online betting and iGaming operators ahead of Q3 results despite recent gambling share declines.
Supreme Court of Canada hears Ontario cross-border iGaming arguments
The case concerns whether Ontario can legally permit its online gambling customers to play against participants abroad.
Seminole Tribe sues DraftKings over prediction markets and fantasy sports in Florida
The Seminole Tribe’s lawsuit challenges DraftKings’ prediction market and fantasy sports products over alleged infringement of exclusive Florida betting rights.
Fine
Syracuse police find betting-shop irregularities and impose €7,490 in fines
Betting operators in Syracuse face enforcement over licensing, staffing and advertising requirements.
Pennsylvania lawmakers consider sweepstakes casino ban and skill games regulation
Pennsylvania’s proposal would prohibit sweepstakes casinos, regulate skill game machines and address gaming taxes and revenue distribution.
SBC Summit Europe targets 3,000 operators for Amsterdam debut
SBC targets over 3,000 operator representatives from regulated European markets at RAI Amsterdam, with more regulator participation planned.
Sogei presents AI system to identify gambling websites for potential blocking in Italy
The system identifies websites for further checks before authorities consider blocking them in the gambling and tobacco sectors.
Cirsa plans to retain Terrassa presence and teams after Lottomatica deal
The integration plans could affect Cirsa’s workforce and corporate presence in Terrassa.