Virginia sportsbooks take $613.9 million in April wagers
The wagering figure gives operators and investors a measure of Virginia sportsbook activity in April.
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Reports
Italy’s Council of State rejects gaming hall’s damages appeal
The ruling confirms that annulment of local gaming-hour restrictions did not automatically entitle the operator to compensation.
Appointment
NIGC appoints William Kirkland as associate commissioner for three-year term
The appointment adds a commissioner to the federal body that regulates Indian gaming alongside tribal governments.
Bally’s Intralot offers to acquire evoke in £243.1 million deal
The proposed takeover and associated financing arrangements could change ownership of evoke, but completion depends on multiple approvals and conditions.
Evoke says Bally’s Intralot acquisition has completed for £243.1 million
The reported completion would transfer ownership of evoke and its betting brands to Bally’s Intralot.
Italy’s land-based gambling reform reportedly stalls over venue-distance rules
Further delays could prolong uncertainty over land-based gambling concessions and postpone new concession procedures.
Italy’s government reportedly weighs delaying land-based gambling reform
A delay could prolong uncertainty over concession terms for betting, bingo and gaming-machine operators.
Italy’s government reportedly considers extending gambling concessions
Operators face continued uncertainty over concession renewals and the pending rules for payment methods at recharge points.
CAP to monitor UK gambling marketing for content appealing to minors
Operators must review marketing content for material that could particularly attract people under 18.
Acquisition
Bally’s Intralot agrees £243.1m acquisition of evoke
The deal would change ownership of evoke and combine its business with Bally’s Intralot, subject to completion.
Valencia approves guidelines for the development of its gaming sector
The guidelines establish criteria relevant to gaming-sector activity in Valencia.
Istanbul court sentences Fenerbahçe president to 30 months over illegal betting
The ruling concerns criminal liability for promoting illegal betting, with possible appeal status not yet reported.
Results
GKL reports May casino sales up 40.8% to KRW43.13bn
May sales growth and segment figures help investors assess GKL’s casino performance.
Chile’s SII applies VAT to foreign online betting platforms
The tax requirement affects foreign platforms serving Chilean users while the legal status of online betting remains disputed.
Massachusetts agencies issue gaming warning ahead of 2026 World Cup
The advisory signals enforcement and consumer-protection concerns around unlicensed wagering during the tournament.
New York Senate approves bill requiring monthly sports betting statements
Operators would need to provide customers with monthly records of deposits, winnings, losses and wagers if the bill becomes law.
Brussels court acquits Nationale Loterij in Woohoo e-games case
The ruling supports Nationale Loterij’s position that the games do not require a gambling-law licence.
Allwyn CEO says UK lottery spending per capita trails Italy and France
The comparison frames Allwyn’s view of UK lottery growth potential alongside its planned US expansion.
Tender
Osaka plans Phase 2 developer RFP for Yumeshima site
The procurement could shape facilities planned alongside the MGM Osaka integrated resort project.
Appointment
Virginia governor reappoints Kevin Hall as lottery executive director
Hall’s return comes as Virginia considers shifting some gaming oversight from the lottery to a dedicated commission.
IGT and Mohegan Sun mark Cash on Reels game arrival
The launch gives Mohegan Sun a new IGT slot title and offered loyalty members complimentary spins and prizes.
High Court begins Betfair duty-of-care trial over gambler’s death
The ruling could affect the legal responsibilities of UK betting operators towards customers experiencing gambling-related harm.
New York lawmakers send monthly sports betting statements bill to governor
Operators may need to provide standardised monthly account statements if the bill becomes law.
South Korea Supreme Court upholds prison sentence in online gambling data case
The ruling confirms that operators may be treated as data processors when they use unlawfully obtained personal information.
Kalshi launches Bitcoin perpetual contracts after CFTC approval
The CFTC-approved contracts add a US Bitcoin product that tracks spot prices without a fixed expiry.