High Court dismisses Desmond’s £1.3bn claim over National Lottery award
The ruling supports the Commission’s award of the National Lottery licence to Allwyn, though Northern & Shell plans to appeal.
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Reports
Carabinieri uncover illegal gambling venue in Casapesenna; 26 people reported
The operation resulted in criminal referrals and a cash seizure linked by investigators to alleged illegal gambling.
Russian lawmakers advance bill to cut illegal casino blocking approvals to 48 hours
A shorter approval period could change how quickly agencies restrict access to illegal gambling sites in Russia.
House of Lords advances bill giving councils greater influence over gambling licences
If enacted, the amendment could affect gambling premises applications in areas identified by local authorities.
Licence
Massachusetts Gaming Commission opens sports betting licence registration window
Operators must register their intent within the stated window to pursue sports betting licences.
José Guimarães says Brazil Congress favours betting regulation over prohibition
The minister's comments signal that proposed measures are likely to focus on regulating betting rather than prohibiting it.
High Court rejects challenge to Gambling Commission’s Allwyn lottery award
The ruling leaves Allwyn’s licence award intact for now, while Northern & Shell’s planned appeal leaves the dispute open.
Award
High Court upholds Allwyn’s National Lottery licence after challenges
The ruling removes the legal challenges described in the report to Allwyn’s National Lottery licence award.
Swiss authorities seize CHF55,000 and €6,500 in illegal poker raid
The proceedings concern suspected unauthorised gambling and could affect enforcement expectations for event organisers.
European Court of Justice upholds Germany’s lottery betting ban
The ruling supports Germany’s ability to prohibit lottery betting and require providers to obtain German authorisation.
European Court of Justice upholds Germany’s online gambling restrictions
The ruling affects operators licensed elsewhere in the EU that offer games prohibited in a consumer’s home market.
Licence
Imagine Live says it secured an Ontario B2B licence
The claimed approval could enable Imagine Live to supply live casino products to licensed Ontario operators.
CFTC chair says agency is investigating prediction-market misconduct
CFTC investigations and unresolved federal-state jurisdiction disputes could shape prediction-market operators’ regulatory exposure.
Licence
Alberta says 32 groups seek entry to regulated gambling market
The number of applicants and paid deposits signals operator interest and the scale of preparations for Alberta’s regulated launch.
Valencian authorities approve gambling tax control plan guidelines
Clear guidelines can help gambling tax oversight, though the available text does not explain their requirements.
EU court backs claims for losses from gambling banned in players’ home states
Operators licensed elsewhere in the EU may face claims linked to gambling prohibited where customers lived.
Licence
Western Cape board grants DigiPlus three gaming licences in South Africa
The approvals give DigiPlus a route to enter South Africa’s regulated gaming market.
Zitro installs FANTASY cabinet at Regency Casino Thessaloniki in Greece
The installation gives Zitro a named casino partner and establishes the cabinet’s first venue in Greece.
Coljuegos and Colombia's financial supervisor discuss banking access for licensed operators
Improved bank understanding of licensing and compliance requirements could affect operators’ access to financial services.
Appointment
Brazil appoints Daniele Correa Cardoso to lead betting and prizes secretariat
The appointments establish the leadership of Brazil’s authority overseeing prizes and betting.
CFTC chair points to prediction market rulemaking at House hearing
The CFTC’s rulemaking could shape how prediction-market event contracts, including sports contracts, are treated.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission schedules suitability hearing for 601 LLC
The hearing may determine 601, LLC’s suitability in Massachusetts’ regulated gaming sector.
Acquisition
Optimove acquires Smartico to add gamification tools to its CRM offering
The acquisition combines two suppliers' CRM capabilities while preserving Smartico's independent operations.
Appointment
RMG says Conor Grant will leave chair role at end of 2026
RMG shareholders will need a successor to Grant when his term ends.
bet365 launches Michigan sports betting with Red Wings and Tigers partnerships
The Michigan launch adds a state market and two local sports partnerships to bet365’s US operations.