Licence
GDJ closes Gabon gambling licence application window
Operators with existing permissions must adapt to the new licensing system or cease activities, according to the report.
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New Zealand proposes 15 licences for online casino market
The proposed framework would set operator limits and stronger penalties for unlicensed online casino services.
AGSI vice-president challenges Italy’s proposed €100 weekly cash top-up limit
The limit could affect how Italian betting customers fund online accounts through PVR outlets.
Stuttgart Higher Regional Court allows claims for foreign online gambling losses
The rulings may widen the losses players can seek to recover in pending German online gambling disputes.
Italy’s Court of Cassation upholds tax assessment over unauthorised betting point
The ruling confirms the tax basis applied to betting equipment used to collect wagers for an unauthorised foreign bookmaker.
Appointment
Star appoints Dave Whimpey as The Star Brisbane COO and interim CEO
The appointment would change the leadership of The Star Brisbane, subject to regulatory approval.
Goa raises new onshore casino fee by 200% and caps offshore casinos at six
The fee increase raises the cost of establishing an onshore casino in Goa, while the cap bars further offshore casino additions.
Buenos Aires police raid suspected illegal casino and betting base
The raid targets an alleged illegal gambling operation in Argentina’s capital.
Lula calls for legislation to ban online casinos in Brazil
A proposed ban could change the legal framework for online casino operators in Brazil.
KSA releases online gambling firms’ names after Dutch transparency request
Operators can see how the KSA applied its former enforcement-prioritisation criteria to online gambling businesses.
ICE Research Institute funds study of gambling stigma in Spain
The findings address how media framing may affect public perceptions and policy discussions about gambling in Spain.
Uttarakhand cabinet approves proposed public gambling prevention bill
If enacted, the bill would change the penalties and enforcement powers applying to gambling and betting activity in Uttarakhand.
AMIG challenges Brazil’s president over criticism of betting industry
The association’s response highlights the industry’s reported contributions and its objection to a threatened measure affecting workers.
NLGRB discusses harmonised gaming rules with African regulators
Exploration of common standards and reporting could shape future oversight for operators across African jurisdictions.
Source: NLGRB (Uganda)
Sportradar highlights AI betting tools and 8% profit uplift for operators
The cited profit uplift and existing Taiwan Sports Lottery contract are relevant to operators assessing betting technology.
Appointment
PhilWeb appoints Tonet Quiogue as independent director after board changes
The appointments and departures change the board and governance committees of a Philippine gaming technology company.
Aichi allocates JPY276.6m to study integrated resort development
The budget funds planning for facilities that could support Aichi's proposed bid for an integrated resort licence.
Necochea appeals suspension of casino complex auction in Argentina
The appeal will determine whether the municipality can proceed with the casino complex sale or must keep it suspended.
Brazil bill proposes betting-advertising ban as clubs face R$1bn annual risk
A proposed advertising and sponsorship ban could put annual revenue for Série A clubs at risk.
Maine law permits tribal-exclusive online casino market
The framework gives the Wabanaki Nation exclusive rights in Maine's online casino market, shaping potential operator and investor access.
DCMS warned Treasury gambling tax proposals could miss revenue forecasts
The reported departmental concerns may inform parliamentary consideration of the proposed gambling tax increases.
Brazilian Senate considers bill to ban online betting advertising and sponsorship
The proposed nationwide ban could disrupt betting companies’ advertising and sponsorship relationships with Brazilian clubs.
Italy’s Council of State rejects suspension of Reggio Calabria betting-licence refusal
The interim ruling leaves the betting-licence refusal in effect while the underlying dispute awaits a merits hearing.
Calatabiano orders betting shop to close over missing start-of-activity filing
The closure shows that operating without the required filing can prompt immediate municipal action, even after a licence application has been rejected.
Rome court orders first-instance confiscation of €5m assets, including three betting companies
The confiscation affects three betting-shop companies, while its first-instance status leaves an appeal possible.