Norway’s Lottery Authority sets NOK20,000 fee for gambling assistant approval
The approval process and fee affect providers seeking to run gambling on behalf of authorised organisations.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
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Belgium transfers gambling oversight to FPS Economy
The change places Belgium’s gambling regulator within a different federal department.
Appointment
Holland Casino appoints Patrick Bressers as CRCO
The appointment gives Holland Casino a permanent senior executive responsible for risk and compliance.
Series A
EDGE Markets raises $29.2m in Series A funding
The capital is intended to fund EDGE Markets’ launch of two products for the prediction-markets sector.
Rush Street Interactive linked to US prediction-markets application
A potential entry into event contracts could broaden RSI’s US sports products, while the company’s connection to the filing remains unconfirmed.
Texas court allows Brandon Sorsby to play after betting on Indiana
The injunction changes Sorsby’s eligibility status while leaving the NCAA’s potential appeal unresolved.
Brazil sports ministry sets transparency rules for betting-tax funds
Sports bodies receiving betting-tax funds face new disclosure duties and conditions on administrative spending.
Brazil betting sector reports R$12.2bn revenue in first four months of 2026
The figures show the scale of licensed operators’ revenue, tax payments and authorised platforms in Brazil.
Singapore police investigate 30 people over illegal gambling and financial crimes
The investigation concerns suspected bets with unlicensed providers and potential misuse of bank accounts linked to syndicates.
Singapore police investigate 30 people over suspected illegal online gambling
Singapore police are investigating 30 people over suspected illegal online gambling also connected with alleged financial crime offences.
US lawmakers propose federal gambling disorder study funded by wager taxes
The proposal would dedicate part of federal wager-tax revenue to research and require annual progress reports.
House Democrats ask FTC about prediction market investigation
FTC scrutiny may shape platform oversight, but the report provides no details about the investigation.
Naples prefect issues seven anti-mafia measures, including against betting shop
The restrictions could prevent the affected betting business from accessing public contracts and authorisations.
CAP and ASA target gambling social media ads that may appeal to under-18s
Operators running social media campaigns face closer scrutiny of content that could appeal to under-18s under the new compliance initiative.
Italy's Council of State sends Bolzano betting-licence dispute back to regional court
The dispute leaves the local betting outlet's authorisation status for the regional court to examine.
South Korean lawyers warn prediction-market traders could face gambling prosecution
The reported legal uncertainty could affect South Korean residents using overseas prediction markets.
Bally’s Intralot says it has no immediate plans to sell evoke assets
The statement indicates Bally’s Intralot intends to retain evoke’s businesses if the proposed acquisition receives the required approvals.
Licence
Rush Street Interactive applies for US designated contract market licence
The application could give Rush Street Interactive an option to pursue event-based contracts as US rules and market conditions develop.
Appointment
Minas Gerais governor appoints Luciano França to lead state lottery
The leadership change affects the administration of Minas Gerais' state lottery.
São Paulo prosecutors seek city measures on betting ads at events with minors
The request could affect betting-brand visibility and advertising safeguards at public events attended by minors.
MGA urges licensees to monitor suspicious bets during 2026 FIFA World Cup
Licensees need robust monitoring, reporting and governance to meet the MGA’s sports-integrity requirements.
Spelinspektionen reports Q1 2026 action against illegal gambling in Sweden
Operators and advertisers face continued enforcement as Sweden’s regulator develops its approach to unlicensed online gambling.
Brazilian sports ministry sets rules for sports-betting funds used by sports bodies
The rules shape how sports bodies can use betting-derived public funds and require disclosure of their spending.
AGCOM hears Avviso Pubblico on responsible-gambling communication guidelines
The consultation may shape how Italy applies restrictions to gambling-related communications.
New Hampshire VLTs generate $20 million in April revenue
The April figures show VLTs contributed substantially to New Hampshire gaming revenue.