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.
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Licences & markets
Design Works Gaming holds 12 licences across Europe and North America
Design Works Gaming's licences show operators in which regulated markets the studio can be deployed.
Regulation
ASIC issues consumer warning on prediction markets
ASIC's Moneysmart notice cautions consumers about using prediction-market products for financial activity.
Regulation
Australia warns prediction markets lack financial-exchange licences
Regulators warn users that prediction markets lack financial-exchange licences and should expect losses.
Enforcement & compliance
Lazio administrative court denies emergency relief from Polymarket blocking
Operators see Italian access restrictions stay in place pending a further interim hearing on 25 August.
Licences & markets
AGLC sets three-stage registration path for Alberta iGaming operators
Alberta entry requires AGLC registration, technology certification and self-exclusion integration before contracting with AiGC.
Source: AGLC (Alberta)
Deals & M&A
Betsson completes Rhino Canadian assets acquisition
The completed purchase restores Betsson's Ontario presence and adds an Alberta launch through Casino Days.
Enforcement & compliance
Florida arcade advocates seek regulation after June enforcement
The At Stake Florida coalition sought arcade regulation after June enforcement brought arrests and machine seizures.
Deals & M&A
DigiPlus reports quarterly revenue decline of 36.8%
DigiPlus attributed its second-quarter revenue decline mainly to weaker retail gaming revenue and reduced customer activity.
Deals & M&A
Analysts weigh Underdog value to IG Group against regulatory risk
The read-across matters to investors weighing IG Group's deal value against the regulatory exposure the acquisition carries.
Deals & M&A
Estafa.info adds Chile online gambling verification resource
Chilean players can now check licensing, security, payouts and responsible gambling as the country moves toward regulating the sector.
Licences & markets
Digitain secures South African manufacturer licence
The national manufacturer licence allows Digitain to begin commercial discussions with potential local partners.
Regulation
Seaport forecasts Macau gaming revenue recovery
Seaport Research Partners expected Macau GGR to grow 4.5% year-on-year in August and 11% in September after World Cup disruption.
Deals & M&A
Betsson completes Rhino consumer business and technology acquisition
Betsson completed its acquisition of Rhino Entertainment's consumer business and business-facing technology stack, supporting expansion across both sides of its business.
Deals & M&A
Betsson completes Rhino consumer asset and technology purchase
The completed purchase transfers Rhino's consumer operations and platform technology to Betsson.
Deals & M&A
Betsson closes €64.5m Rhino deal to expand Canadian B2C and B2B assets
The purchase adds Ontario-facing consumer operations and technology assets, expanding Betsson's Canadian footprint and B2B capabilities.
Deals & M&A
VGW schedules LuckyLand Slots closure
Customers must use remaining redemption access before the platform's final closure.
Regulation
Council of State upholds betting outlet concession transfer
The ruling permits outlet migration without participation by the former concession holder.
Deals & M&A
Betsson completes acquisition of Rhino's B2C business in Canada
The purchase adds Canadian-licensed B2C operations and B2B technology resources to Betsson's portfolio, expanding its North American footprint.
Enforcement & compliance
Mönchengladbach authorities seize 16 illegal gaming machines in two premises
The cross-agency action shows German authorities treating unlicensed machine gambling as an enforcement priority for arcade and hospitality operators.
Licences & markets
Nevada approves Boomer’s Sportsbook for two additional locations
Operators and investors should note the Nevada Gaming Commission approved Boomer's Sportsbook for its 15th and 16th locations in July.
Deals & M&A
GAT Brasil debut debates compliance, illegal market and casino legalisation
The debate signals industry pressure for stronger enforcement against illegal operators and clearer rules before any physical casino legalisation in Brazil.
Regulation
ISJ conducts illegal gambling awareness campaign at markets
ISJ worked with Viana municipal authorities on gambling prevention activities at two markets.
Enforcement & compliance
New York sues Kalshi over alleged unlicensed gambling
The state seeks to halt Kalshi's New York activity, recover allegedly unlawful proceeds and secure consumer restitution.
Regulation
GGL publishes brochures on illegal gambling and player protection rules
The brochures explain player and youth protection measures and how to recognise and report illegal online gambling.
Source: GGL (Germany)