Tender
Chile tribunal rejects casino tender suspension requests
The decision preserves the casino bidding timetable, retaining the hearing for technical and economic offers.
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Reports
Florida mail carrier arrested over theft of winning Pick 4 ticket
The case shows lottery operators and regulators relying on security and postal-inspector cooperation to pursue prize fraud through the courts.
Acquisition
Betsson completes acquisition of Rhino's B2C business in Canada
The purchase adds Canadian-licensed B2C operations and B2B technology resources to Betsson's portfolio, expanding its North American footprint.
Reuters investigation alleges gambling network facilitated Iranian sanctions evasion
The allegations link online gambling infrastructure and cryptocurrency transfers to potential evasion of financial sanctions.
Messina prosecutors, GdF and ADM unit sign gambling legality cooperation accord
The accord links prosecutors, financial police and the ADM's local anti-fraud unit in joint oversight of public gambling in the Messina area.
Messina prosecutors and regulators sign gambling cooperation agreement
Operators, suppliers and regulators in Messina should note the agreement links prosecutors, financial police and gambling authorities on legal gambling and enforcement.
South Carolina claimant sues Polymarket and DraftKings Predictions over gambling laws
The case tests whether prediction-market products fall under South Carolina gambling law, a question affecting operators offering event contracts in the state.
Mönchengladbach authorities seize 16 illegal gaming machines in two premises
The cross-agency action shows German authorities treating unlicensed machine gambling as an enforcement priority for arcade and hospitality operators.
FeedConstruct secures global rights to Nicaraguan basketball streams and data
Suppliers and operators should note FeedConstruct acquired exclusive worldwide streaming and data rights covering every game in both Nicaraguan competitions.
UKGC moves software suppliers to medium AML risk in 2026 assessment
Suppliers now face tighter AML scrutiny from the UK regulator, which may require stronger compliance controls in business-to-business relationships.
Penalty
ADM seizes 14 irregular machines and imposes €56,000 in penalties
Operators and suppliers should note ADM's Padua office seized non-cash-prize amusement machines and imposed combined penalties during a compliance operation.
IG Group CEO flags regulatory risk around prediction markets
Unresolved event-contract rules leave IG Group's $1.3bn Underdog deal exposed to regulatory change in its prediction-market operations.
Licence
Spillemyndigheden opens applications for land-based casino licences
Operators and investors should note Spillemyndigheden opened applications for land-based casino licences running up to 10 years under the consolidated gambling law.
Messina authorities agree cooperation against illegal gambling
Operators and regulators should note the agreement aims to strengthen action against illegal gambling and related criminal activity among the participating authorities.
FederBingo calls for reform as extension charges use revenue bands
Operators and investors should note revised extension charges use revenue bands instead of a uniform fee, and FederBingo called for reform and a tender.
Escudero proposes Philippine gambling advertising ban
Operators and investors should note the proposed bill would ban gambling advertising and sponsorships across television, radio, print, online channels and social media.
Seaport expects Macau gaming revenue growth to resume in August
Investors should note the brokerage anticipates Macau casino revenue returning to annual growth after disruption associated with the World Cup.
Seaport forecasts 4.5% August gaming revenue growth in Macau
Investors should note the forecast anticipates visits postponed during the World Cup and further growth in September for Macau gaming revenue.
ANJL reviews proposed Brazilian betting authorisation rules
Operators and investors should note the draft ordinance would replace the current rules under SPA's Ordinance 827/2024 for sports betting authorisation.
Bangladesh launches campaign warning about online gambling
Operators and investors should note Bangladesh's government campaign, supported by Bangladesh Bank, addresses legal, financial and social consequences of online gambling.
New Zealand restricts online casino advertising content
Operators and suppliers should note New Zealand's guidance prohibits material appealing to minors and personal endorsements, alongside luck or ritual claims.
Licence
Nevada approves Boomer’s Sportsbook for two additional locations
Operators and investors should note the Nevada Gaming Commission approved Boomer's Sportsbook for its 15th and 16th locations in July.
Australian inquiry hears criticism of gambling advertising reform bill
Operators and broadcasters should note critics argued the bill leaves children exposed to betting promotions while creating costly media-sector obligations.
Kalshi and Polymarket record $44.8bn in June notional volume
Investors should note the report identified sports events as a principal source of prediction market activity across the platforms' combined June notional volume.
FederBingo seeks tender after ADM revises licence-extension charges
FederBingo's tender call signals operators that licence extensions may face revised charges after ADM's alignment with court decisions.