El Salvador’s LNB partners with Sharp Vision on online gambling monitoring
The monitoring arrangement gives El Salvador’s lottery authority a technology partner for oversight of online gambling.
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Connecticut DCP orders nine prediction platforms to halt sports contracts
Nine prediction market platforms face Connecticut cease-and-desist orders over sports event contracts offered to residents.
Lula prepares proposed measure to restrict online betting in Brazil
Operators may face restrictions if the government advances either proposed approach to online betting.
NCPG describes prediction markets as gambling regardless of legal classification
Prediction market operators fall within NCPG’s assessment of gambling regardless of their legal classification.
Hungarian Parliament removes SZTFH role in gambling concession agreements
The change affects which state body manages gambling concession agreements in Hungary.
RubyPlay discusses AI and engagement tools in supplier strategy
The strategy and Splash Tech acquisition indicate RubyPlay’s focus on expanding its supplier offering to operators.
ANJL warns online casino ban could double Brazil’s illegal market
Brazilian regulators face a study warning that banning licensed online casinos could double the illegal market.
Curaçao Gaming Authority acknowledges licences issued despite unanswered questions
The authority’s statements and reported licensing concerns bear on operators’ disclosure obligations and regulatory oversight in Curaçao.
Italy’s Revenue Agency creates code 5518 for gaming monopoly sanctions
The code gives liable parties a specified payment route for sanctions involving gaming monopoly violations.
Appointment
OKTO Payments appoints Marcos Techera to lead Latin America
Techera will lead OKTO Payments’ regional operations and commercial growth, including activity in iGaming and betting.
Appointment
IGT appoints Jamie Knight to lead combined IGT-Everi studios from January 2027
The appointment sets leadership for the combined IGT and Everi studio organisation from January 2027.
DRC outlines central gambling monitoring system at African regulators forum
Operators may need to integrate their platforms with a national system monitoring gambling activity and payment flows.
Lula signals possible restrictions on Brazil’s online betting platforms
A full or partial restriction could affect operators’ ability to serve Brazil despite their five-year operating terms.
Vyking launches sportsbook frontend using FIRST.bet’s SportOS
Operators in Vyking’s network can use the sportsbook through an iFrame integration or a SportOS feed.
Ethiopian Lottery Service reports Br27.5bn in betting-operator liabilities
Operators face potential recovery action, while the planned platform would track financial and legal obligations under revised oversight.
Logifuture launches Zoom Sports with Odibets in Kenya
Odibets’ Kenyan offering now includes Logifuture’s round-the-clock virtual football and tennis through Zoom Sports.
Murcia revises rules for electronic bingo and sets one-year adaptation period
Bingo operators in Murcia must adapt previously authorised equipment within the stated transition period.
Mendoza state casinos report 40.4% revenue decline in 2026
The figures describe the revenue impact of the San Martín hall closure on Mendoza's state-run casinos.
UK Gambling Commission suspends Targetlocal's remote betting licence
Operators should note the immediate remote-licence suspension, while customers retain account access and withdrawals and the non-remote licence remains unaffected.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission announces August 2026 casino and sports wagering revenue
The report provides operators with monthly revenue information for Massachusetts casino gaming and sports wagering.
Brazil debates online casino ban as China report describes illegal betting risks
Operators and regulators should weigh the proposed online casino ban against concerns that demand could shift to illegal platforms.
Lula says he would end online betting in Brazil
The president’s position signals potential policy pressure on betting operators and their football-club relationships.
Brazilian government decides to draft measure restricting games and betting
The proposed measure could change operating conditions for gambling businesses if issued and retained by Congress.
Missouri attorney general orders six prediction markets to halt sports contracts
Six cease-and-desist letters signal Missouri’s enforcement position that sports event contracts constitute unlicensed sports betting, with a court challenge expected.
Dominican Republic Senate approves gambling bill as FENABANCA proposes review forum
Operators should track the proposed framework’s possible controls on unlicensed sites and payment flows while amendments are considered.