Indiana voters reject casino referendums in three counties
The results block the proposed casino development in Northeast Indiana through these county referendums.
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Reports
Okada Play reports October GGR above PHP100m as daily users exceed 100,000
The platform’s revenue and daily users indicate its scale, while planned spending targets acquisition, content and engagement.
AGCOM consults on updating Italy’s gambling advertising guidance
The revised guidance could affect how gambling advertising rules apply to operators and digital platforms.
Michigan Gaming Control Board approves fixed-odds horse-racing wagers online
Operators in Michigan’s regulated online betting market may now offer fixed-odds horse-racing wagers under the board’s approval.
FanDuel reports more than 58,000 responsible gambling reviews in a year
Operators may face scrutiny over how they detect gambling harm and intervene with customers.
Okada Manila and PhilWeb report PHP100m-plus October GGR for Okada Play
Operators and investors can assess Okada Play’s October revenue growth and reported user activity.
Nebraska voters consider online sports betting and Indiana counties weigh casino proposals
The ballot outcomes could open online sports betting in Nebraska or start a licensing process for an Indiana casino.
North Chungcheong police apprehend 43 suspects in alleged gambling operation
The investigation targets an alleged offshore network spanning gambling websites, software development and suspected criminal proceeds.
Tender
Gambling Commission seeks suppliers for two evaluation studies
Suppliers can assess opportunities to support the Commission’s evaluation of new requirements and policies.
Source: UK Contracts Finder
ADM official urges caution as Agcom prepares infotainment guidance
Operators can prepare for guidance clarifying when gambling information crosses into promotion and addressing responsible-gambling communications.
Licence
Spintec obtains gaming supplier licences in UAE and Ontario
The licences allow Spintec to pursue commercial relationships with authorised operators in the UAE and Ontario.
AGCOM outlines proposed changes to Italy's gambling advertising guidance
Operators and publishers may need to reassess how editorial and sponsorship activity is separated from gambling promotion.
James Noyes questions UK gambling research levy funding oversight
Research grant allocation may affect the quality of evidence used for gambling regulation and government decisions.
Stake Italy calls for joint responsible-gambling campaigns in Italy
Operators may need to adapt their marketing and responsible-gambling activity as Italy implements new online rules and considers infotainment changes.
Results
OnlyFun.PH plans to add more than 100 streamers to FollowBet in Q4
The planned streamer and game-title additions could expand creator-led content on OnlyFun.PH.
Bloomberry adds FollowBet livestream feature to OnlyFun.PH
Operators can assess how livestreams and streamer interactions extend Bloomberry’s online gaming offer in the Philippines.
Massachusetts AG regulates daily fantasy contests under consumer rules
Operators listed as registered should account for Massachusetts’ consumer-protection rules for paid fantasy contests.
Greece’s HGC publishes revised blacklist of unlicensed gambling providers
Listed entities face restrictions on licensing and participation in Greece’s regulated gambling market.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
Alberta iGaming Corporation reports C$56.6m online gambling revenue in September
Operators and investors can track the regulated market’s growth as more approved businesses enter Alberta.
Mancini says Italy must adapt gambling rules to international challenges
Operators need clearer boundaries for gambling advertising as regulators address infotainment.
Nebraska voters decide on mobile sports betting measures
Operators would need both measures to pass before mobile sports betting could be authorised in Nebraska.
Greece raises player gambling-win tax to 30% as illegal betting grows
The higher tax on legal gambling winnings may influence operators’ and customers’ movement towards the illegal market.
Bedfordshire coroner calls for National Lottery inclusion in GAMSTOP
Any change could extend self-exclusion coverage to National Lottery draw-based games.
IEC targets November launch for self-operated Philippines iGaming phase
IEC’s subsidiary has required licences and approvals, but final testing remains before its planned online gambling launch.
Fine
AGCO fines Louis-Philippe Roy $5,000 over comments on racing officials
The ruling sets a conduct penalty for a licensed racing participant while preserving an appeal route.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)