Italy’s Court of Cassation sends gaming tax dispute back for review
The remand leaves the tax treatment of gaming-machine revenues and operator-retailer contracts to be reconsidered.
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Reports
Brasilcon seeks amicus curiae role in Brazil betting-law case
The request could add a consumer-policy perspective to the court’s review of Brazil’s sports-betting law.
NFA approves Kalshi margin trading for institutional clients, pending CFTC sign-off
CFTC approval would determine whether Kalshi can extend leveraged event-contract trading to institutional clients.
Nevada regulators approve Park MGM gaming salon and video studio
The approval allows MGM to test a combined gaming and recording space at Park MGM under specified operating conditions.
Licence
Alberta prepares online gambling market as 55-plus operators show interest
Prospective entrants face registration, commercial-agreement and compliance requirements before they can seek Alberta licences.
Sweden’s gambling authority outlines measures to limit unlicensed online play
The guidance sets out controls unlicensed operators can use to limit participation from Sweden.
Appointment
Sweden appoints Peter Knutsson gambling authority director general
The appointment places a new leader at the authority overseeing Sweden’s gambling market.
US senators introduce bill to bar officials from profiting on prediction markets
The proposal would impose trading restrictions and disclosure duties on public officials using prediction markets.
Italian opinion column examines prediction markets’ uncertain legal status
Uncertainty over whether prediction markets fall under gambling or financial rules affects platforms considering access to Italy.
Appointment
Sweden appoints Peter Knutsson to lead Spelinspektionen
Knutsson will lead the authority responsible for Sweden’s gambling market and consumer protection.
Maine lawmakers send online betting credit-card ban to governor
If approved, the bill would require operators to block credit-card wagers and apply identity, age and location checks.
Appointment
Bally’s Chicago appoints Cheryl Ash as CFO, subject to regulatory approval
The appointment will change the finance leadership overseeing Bally’s planned Chicago casino resort.
Appointment
Ainsworth appoints Novomatic chair Birgit Wimmer as non-executive director
Ainsworth’s stated conflict safeguards matter because Wimmer will not be considered independent and has interests that could create conflicts.
Appointment
Gambling.com names Kevin McCrystle CEO as Charles Gillespie becomes executive chairman
McCrystle’s appointment puts a long-serving executive in charge, while Gillespie moves to executive chairman.
Licence
PlayCity appoints GLI to certify and inspect gaming products in Ukraine
Suppliers seeking to enter Ukraine will need PlayCity approval certificates and market certification for their products.
Cirsa reports responsible-gambling training for all Italian operational staff
The reported training and venue monitoring describe Cirsa’s player-protection measures across its Italian retail operations.
Merger
Allwyn completes merger with Greek subsidiary OPAP
The merger changes the structure of a lottery and gaming group with operations in Greece.
EGBA urges EU action against fraudulent gambling websites and apps
Coordinated EU action could affect how operators address impersonation and illegal platforms across markets.
New York Assembly advances gambling harm-protection measures
If enacted, the proposals would add compliance requirements for betting platforms and affect treatment coverage.
Licence
Nevada Gaming Commission approves Michael Gaughan III for a gaming licence
The approval allows Gaughan to hold a gaming licence despite concerns raised about his cooperation during the review.
DCMS launches transition grants for UK gambling-harm charities
Eligible charities can seek temporary support for staff and service costs during the transition to levy funding.
IGT announces layoffs affecting about 700 employees
The planned workforce reduction affects about 10% of IGT’s global employees following its merger with Everi.
California governor bars state officials from insider trading on prediction markets
The order sets a restriction on prediction-market trading by California state officials.
Playtech targets growth in US live casino and new markets
Playtech’s stated plans and outlook inform suppliers and investors assessing its geographic expansion and business growth.
Lotep warns of unauthorised slot machines in Paraíba
Operators and businesses can use Lotep’s authorisation checks to distinguish permitted machines from illegal devices.