Italy’s ADM advances draft rules for land-based gaming reform
The draft will shape future rules for gaming concessions and the distribution of machines in Italy.
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Licence
Finland opens iGaming licence applications ahead of 2027 market liberalisation
Licence applications signal an opening for commercial iGaming, while Veikkaus retains exclusivity over specified products.
Puma Digital warns Italy’s €100 weekly PVR cash limit may push play to illegal sites
The cap may affect customer use of authorised recharge outlets and the risk of play shifting to illegal platforms.
Ukrainian MP cites 158bn UAH in online gambling deposits in 2025
The cited transaction patterns and monitoring gap could prompt regulatory scrutiny of operators’ payment controls and oversight.
US lawmakers seek inquiry into $1.2m in Polymarket bets before Iran strikes
The inquiry could increase scrutiny of prediction-market trading tied to military events and access to confidential information.
Hollywoodbets agrees to integrate ClearStake identity checks in the UK
The integration will change how Hollywoodbets verifies UK players and handles customer due diligence.
Hacksaw Gaming partners with Mozzartbet to expand in Romania
The agreement adds a named operator distribution channel for Hacksaw Gaming titles in Romania.
EU advocate general backs bank attachment orders despite Curaçao insolvency
The proposed interpretation could affect creditors seeking to secure funds held in EU bank accounts by gambling operators in third-country insolvency proceedings.
Licence
Santa Fe approves BMM Testlabs to certify online gaming systems
The approval adds an authorised testing provider as Santa Fe develops its regulated online gaming market.
Economist Andrew Russell calls for a rethink of casino regulatory policy
Russell’s argument challenges regulators’ approach to casino policy and its economic rationale.
UK Gambling Commission warns bookmakers over suspicious bets at Cheltenham
Bookmakers must apply anti-money-laundering controls and report suspicions during the festival.
Uruguay senator proposes state online gambling platform and licensing agency
The proposal would reshape licensing and oversight requirements for online gambling operators in Uruguay.
Ohio judge denies Kalshi injunction against state gambling rules
The ruling leaves Kalshi subject to Ohio gambling rules while its challenge proceeds.
Appointment
The Star appoints Dave Whimpey interim CEO of Brisbane venue
The appointment remains subject to regulatory approval, a condition relevant to the Brisbane venue’s leadership transition.
Acquisition
Kaizen Gaming acquires GameplAI to develop Betano sportsbook capabilities
The acquisition adds sports trading and analytics technology to Kaizen Gaming’s capabilities while preserving GameplAI’s B2B business.
Acquisition
Kaizen acquires GameplAI to strengthen Betano’s AI trading tools
The deal expands Betano’s trading and risk-management capabilities while leaving GameplAI’s B2B operation in place.
San Juan awaits rules for law targeting illegal online gambling
The implementing decree is a prerequisite for the joint enforcement work and provincial gambling-impact database described by the CAS.
Apuestas PR integrates sportsbook platform with Wyndham Grand Río Mar casino
The integration gives Apuestas PR a sportsbook presence at a named casino resort in Puerto Rico.
Ohio federal judge rules Kalshi sports markets fall under state gambling laws
The ruling subjects Kalshi’s sports markets in Ohio to state gambling requirements and could affect its ability to operate there.
UK Gambling Commission reminds Cheltenham bookmakers of anti-money laundering duties
Bookmakers at the festival must apply their licensing controls and report suspicious activity during the event.
California cardrooms challenge DOJ gambling rules before April start
The cases could determine whether cardrooms must change games and operations under the scheduled rules.
Slovakia gambling authority partners with Trnava university on research
The research partnership could inform the authority’s consumer-protection approach to digital gambling.
ABC-BET cites R$122 monthly betting figure in response to Brazil president
The association’s figures and policy arguments may shape debate over betting taxation, health funding and enforcement in Brazil.
BOS submits feedback on proposed EU anti-money laundering penalties
The proposed standards could shape how gambling operators are supervised and penalised for anti-money laundering compliance failures across Europe.
Fine
KSA fines Novatech €24.8m and Fortaprime €1.8m for Dutch gambling
The fines show that unlicensed access, weak age checks and payment options can expose operators to substantial penalties.