FATF publishes new risk indicators for gambling and betting sector
New FATF indicators help supervisors and the private sector identify money-laundering, terrorist-financing and proliferation-financing risks.
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ΕΕΕΠ presents "Μην Τσιμπάς" youth gambling-harm initiative at Thessaloniki fair
The programme aims to inform pupils, young people and parents about gambling-addiction risks through teachers.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
Massachusetts regulator retains NCPG membership following Kalshi donation
MGC retains its National Council on Problem Gambling membership while leaving commissioners scope to revisit it at renewal.
Former Conservative campaign chief admits cheating in election betting case
Proceedings continue against 10 other defendants following a former Conservative campaign chief’s admission of cheating over election bets.
LSLGA declares Stake.com unlawful across 25 Nigerian states
Enforcement targets Stake.com’s directors and facilitating entities following allegations of missing licences, ignored notices and unpaid taxes and levies.
Anthony Lee and Laura Lee admit UK election betting offences
The admissions concern cheating offences involving bets on the election date, with Anthony Lee pleading guilty under the Gambling Act.
Rome appeal court overturns conviction of betting data centre operator
The appeal ruling overturns the betting centre owner’s conviction, ruling out the offence under Article 4 of Law 401/89.
TAR Emilia-Romagna rejects request to suspend betting and VLT licences in Bologna
The rejection preserves the operator’s licences, while the report highlights municipal mapping requirements for sensitive locations and existing business protection.
Italian parliamentary question addresses online gambling advertising and representative actions
The parliamentary question scrutinises consumer protection in remote gambling advertising and commercial communications, alongside representative actions.
Evolution disputes allegations over product access in prohibited Asian markets
The commissioned report criticised Evolution’s controls over downstream access in prohibited Asian markets, findings whose underlying allegations Evolution rejects.
South Korea ministry considers delaying casino reform proposal amid operator consultations
Casino operators face proposed five-year licences and higher tourism fund contributions above an undetermined revenue threshold, with submission potentially delayed.
Nassau court dismisses Garden City challenge to Hempstead casino rezoning
The dismissal ends Garden City’s attempt to annul the environmental review and rezoning while Sands seeks another party to assume its lease.
Chile’s Senate Economy Commission advances discussions on online gambling bill
The proposals would require operators to establish a local presence and face additional taxation under Chile’s planned online gambling framework.
Mauritius GRA requires MUR3m guarantee for 2027 stable licences
Applicants for Mauritius’ 2027 stable licences must provide a MUR3m bank guarantee after approval.
SPA closes Brazil betting authorisation consultation on 9 September
Operators' consultation submissions will inform Brazil's forthcoming ordinance on fixed-odds betting authorisation rules.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission launches wagering exclusions for bettors who harass athletes
Massachusetts can exclude bettors from legal wagering for online or in-person athlete harassment, supported by an online reporting portal.
Tender
TED lists a tender marked as past deadline
The listing signals a procurement opportunity whose submission deadline has passed.
Source: TED
Entre Ríos court issues first illegal gambling conviction with three-year suspended sentence
Entre Ríos’ first illegal gambling conviction imposed a suspended prison sentence for organising an unauthorised online casino betting operation.
Holland Casino acknowledges shortcomings after Eindhoven identity check attempt
Holland Casino’s acknowledged shortcomings highlight identity-check issues following attempted entry using someone else’s driving licence at its Eindhoven venue.
Appointment
Gambling Commission confirms Ruth Evans as new chair
A permanent chair ends leadership uncertainty at the UK regulator as operators face ongoing compliance and enforcement decisions.
Biloxi Planning Commission approves rezoning for proposed Black Marlin Casino
Rezoning approval advances Black Marlin Casino to city council and state gaming regulator review.
Swedish government commissions inquiry into youth gambling and operator marketing
Operators’ marketing will be mapped as part of Sweden’s government inquiry into youth gambling.
Sunilkumar N. Patel pleads guilty over Missouri illegal gambling operation
Patel’s guilty plea links six Missouri arcade businesses to illegal gambling, with charges including money laundering.
Brazil considers tighter betting rules and possible online casino restrictions
Brazil is considering tighter betting regulation and possible online casino restrictions, with no presidential decision on expanding restrictions.
Fine
SPA fines Brilliant Gaming nearly R$1m over registered address issue
Brilliant Gaming faces a fine of nearly R$1m after authorities could not locate it at its registered address.