Italy’s Court of Cassation upholds rulings on illegal betting network
The decisions clarify the treatment of illegal betting operations and related criminal-association charges in Italy.
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Reports
Dutch lawmakers consider further restrictions on gambling advertising
Possible advertising restrictions could constrain licensed operators’ customer reach, while a total ban may benefit unlicensed operators.
Appointment
Veikkaus appoints Ilkka Kosola as CFO ahead of Finland’s licensing shift
Kosola’s appointment strengthens Veikkaus’s finance leadership ahead of Finland’s planned multi-licence framework.
Caesars Digital ends credit card deposits on mainland US gambling platforms
The payment change requires affected US customers and operators to use other permitted deposit methods.
Macao gaming bureau reports April revenue of MOP19.89bn
April revenue exceeded the prior-year level but fell from March, informing assessments of Macao’s monthly gaming performance.
PlayCity launches online portal for reporting illegal gambling adverts
The reporting channel gives operators and platforms a clearer route for regulatory complaints and follow-up on illegal gambling advertising.
Licence
New Zealand sets three-stage process for online casino licences
Prospective operators must enter the staged process, while unlicensed services must cease serving New Zealand customers by 1 December 2026.
Acquisition
Greentube completes Kingsbet acquisition subject to regulatory approval in Czech Republic
The acquisition would give Greentube a Czech operator, but completion depends on regulatory approval and customary conditions.
Palermo Appeal Court excludes some computers from TULPS gaming sanctions
The ruling distinguishes internet-connected computers from gaming devices subject to the cited TULPS sanctions.
Brazil bars Desenrola beneficiaries from authorised online betting for 12 months
Operators in Brazil’s regulated market face a 12-month access block for customers who join the debt-relief programme.
Brazil’s central bank creates eFX code for betting transactions from October
Payment providers and betting platforms must adapt transaction classification and reporting to meet the new requirements and deadlines.
Italy’s Court of Cassation upholds demand guarantee enforcement for gaming concession
The ruling supports immediate payment under similar concession guarantees, including sums claimed for penalties and sanctions.
Licence
Stake launches in Mexico under Uno Capali’s licence agreement
Stake’s Mexican launch operates under Uno Capali’s licence agreement within a permit-based framework overseen by SEGOB.
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court questions Kalshi sports contracts
The ruling could determine whether Massachusetts can apply its sports betting laws to Kalshi’s sports contracts.
Dan Patrick asks Texas senators to study prediction-market rules
A state review could shape how prediction-market operators are treated under Texas gambling laws.
AGCM challenges Italy’s bingo payout band of 70% to 71%
Bingo operators may have limited scope to differentiate prize levels under the current payout band.
DigiPlus says Diamond Hotel acquisition remains under evaluation
The clarification leaves the proposed hotel acquisition unconfirmed for investors and the parties involved.
AGCOM consults on guidance for gambling-harm prevention campaigns
The guidance could shape how gambling operators and media organisations communicate responsible-gambling messages in Italy.
Cyprus casino authority submits 2024–2025 activity report to government
The report outlines the authority’s oversight and compliance work across Cyprus’s casino sector.
Italian MPs propose measures to reorganise land-based gambling
The proposals could affect the availability and operating conditions of land-based gambling venues if adopted.
Licence
Belle pursues Clark casino partners after provisional PAGCOR licence
The project’s development and operating arrangements remain contingent on partner talks and the pending co-licensee assessment.
Results
DigiPlus reports 33% net income fall to Php2.8bn in 1Q26
The results show operators and investors the reported financial impact of e-wallet access changes on DigiPlus.
Sun International targets double online share in South Africa
The target and market forecast frame Sun International’s planned investment in its online product and technology.
Departure
Entain confirms Ricky Sandler’s departure from its board
The departure changes Entain’s board composition while Eminence Capital plans to liquidate its holdings in the company.
Limitless Markets seeks CFTC approval for US prediction-market exchange
A CFTC decision could determine whether Limitless can operate as a federally regulated derivatives exchange in the US.