Regulation
Brazil operators suspect illegal market funds attacks on licensed bets
Operators argue that prohibition would shift demand to criminal structures and remove the traceable tax revenue and consumer protections of the regulated market.
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Regulation
LOTERJ president calls for regulation to keep pace with betting market
Operators in Brazil's regulated betting market face a regulator signalling that legal certainty and consumer protection will shape its approach as technology changes.
Regulation
New Jersey legislators miss deadline for Meadowlands casino referendum
The missed deadline leaves no November ballot question on a Meadowlands casino for voters to decide.
People moves
EAG360 appoints Steve James commercial lead
The appointment gives the organiser a commercial lead ahead of the 2027 edition.
Licences & markets
DAZN Bet enters Ontario and Alberta sportsbook markets via Altenar
The launch gives DAZN Bet a presence in two regulated Canadian markets and adds a further operator to Altenar's North American client base.
Regulation
GRAI launches campaign on signs of underage gambling
Parents spotting gambling signs matters to operators targeting Irish consumers under the regulator's new awareness campaign.
Source: GRAI (Ireland)
Regulation
GRAI publishes 2025-2027 strategy statement
The strategy sets the licensing, compliance and enforcement timetable operators will face through 2027.
Source: GRAI (Ireland)
Licences & markets
GRAI remote betting licences commence in Ireland
Remote operators serving Irish customers now need GRAI licences and must meet consumer-protection obligations.
Source: GRAI (Ireland)
Regulation
Bank of Ireland adds gambling blocking facility for customers
Bank-level blocking gives operators another exclusion channel to account for in consumer protection.
Source: GRAI (Ireland)
Regulation
GRAI sets out complaint rules for remote betting licensees
Remote betting licensees must meet new obligations from 1 July 2026, with the regulator examining alleged breaches.
Source: GRAI (Ireland)
People moves
Light & Wonder names Mike Smith managing director for Asia
Smith's appointment gives him responsibility for the supplier's Asian business, relevant to regional commercial strategy.
Regulation
Nine senators urge CFTC to reject wildfire event contracts
The request signals political pressure on the CFTC over event contracts, a market category that touches gambling and derivatives regulation.
Deals & M&A
SBC launches Global Prediction Markets Forum in Lisbon
The standalone forum signals that prediction markets are being treated as a distinct commercial segment for event organisers and industry participants.
Regulation
California tribes weigh sports betting referendum as Kalshi suffers New York court setbacks
Kalshi's court setbacks and a possible California referendum shape US prediction-market and sports-betting access.
Deals & M&A
Betsson completes Rhino acquisition to restore Ontario consumer presence
Betsson completed its purchase of Rhino Entertainment's Canadian consumer operations, restoring direct consumer presence in Ontario.
Deals & M&A
Light & Wonder posts A$828m Q2 revenue as UK tax headwinds weigh
Igaming growth offsetting UK tax headwinds is a mix suppliers and investors will weigh against regulatory costs.
Deals & M&A
Caixa prepares lottery connectivity contingency amid Oi financial difficulties
Caixa is planning connectivity contingency as Oi's financial deterioration threatens lottery-agency connectivity, with Febralot requesting emergency arrangements.
Deals & M&A
SBC announces prediction markets forum in Lisbon
SBC's Lisbon Global Prediction Markets Forum on 1 October covers commercial opportunities and regulation alongside SBC Summit.
Regulation
Chile SCJ faces continuing leadership vacancies
Regulators face a permanent superintendent still lacking six months on, with further divisional vacancies emerging.
Regulation
La Pampa opposition seeks Casino Club concession disclosure
Operators should note DAFAS refused disclosure of Casino Club's online concession citing commercial interests, prompting referral to investigators.
Regulation
SABA chief says illegal gambling legislative push remains at advocacy stage
Regulators should note SABA's chief executive said concrete legislative progress against illegal offshore gambling had not emerged.
People moves
Cubeia appoints Christian Karlsson as revenue chief
Suppliers should note Cubeia appointed Christian Karlsson chief revenue officer as it expands in regulated markets.
Deals & M&A
FeedConstruct secures Nicaraguan football data and streaming rights
Suppliers should note FeedConstruct acquired exclusive worldwide streaming and data rights for Nicaragua's Liga Primera and Copa Primera.
People moves
BetGames appoints Inesa Glazaitė as head of commercial
The appointment gives BetGames a commercial lead as it targets regulated markets with RNG and gamification products.
Regulation
Bacta warns against weakening UK regulated market in funding debate
Operators and suppliers face renewed debate over whether high-street gaming venues should fund other businesses, with enforcement against illegal dens cited as context.