Licence
MGA approves Big Daddy Gaming supplier licence in Malta
The approval allows Big Daddy Gaming to supply its slots to operators licensed by the MGA.
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Reports
KSA orders Polymarket to stop offering prediction markets in the Netherlands
The order requires Polymarket to withdraw its Dutch offering or face weekly penalties.
Finland approves gambling reform and plans licensed online market from 2027
Operators will need Finnish licences to target players when the new licensing regime takes effect.
Estonian gambling operators donate about €497,000 after tax exemption
The donations cover only part of the revenue officials expected during the two-month tax gap.
seed
PRED secures $2.5m seed funding for prediction markets
The funding gives PRED capital to develop its prediction markets business.
Licence
Brazil’s SPA approves BIG Brazil and Lindau Gaming brand reductions
The approvals change which brands the two authorised operators can offer in Brazil.
Romania’s Senate backs 21+ gambling age and daytime advertising limits
Operators may face a higher customer age threshold and restricted advertising hours if both bills pass the Chamber.
Appointment
Immense Group appoints Joonas Karhu as Finland managing director
Karhu will lead Finnish partnerships and preparations for the country’s upcoming licensing framework.
Council of State rejects Agcom appeal over Twitch gambling-ad sanction
The ruling leaves the sanction annulled because Twitch Interactive Germany GmbH was not given a formal opportunity to participate in the proceedings.
TRUEiGTECH launches prediction-market platform for operators
The platform gives operators a stated route to enter prediction markets without building standalone infrastructure.
Virginia Senate approves online casino bill with July 2027 launch floor
Operators would face a proposed launch no earlier than July 2027 if the bill becomes law.
UNAD urges tighter gambling rules and a ban on advertising in Spain
The proposals could affect gambling advertising, online deposit limits and the location of land-based venues in Spain.
Bitwise and GraniteShares file for political prediction-market ETFs
The filings propose election-linked funds whose value depends on specified party outcomes, but they remain unapproved.
Hokkaido budgets JPY9.98m for casino resort policy study
The feasibility review will inform whether Hokkaido submits a formal integrated-resort development plan.
Lotería Nacional and Mexico’s UIF sign anti-money-laundering cooperation agreement
The agreement establishes joint prevention and detection work relevant to lottery oversight and financial controls.
Colombian police seize 13 illegal Keno machines in Riohacha
The seizure and registration requirement affect enforcement against unauthorised gambling equipment in Colombia.
Irish ASA upholds complaints against two TonyBet YouTube adverts
The rulings require TonyBet to keep both adverts off the market in their current form.
UK Gambling Commission criticises Meta over illegal gambling adverts
The dispute concerns how platforms identify and remove gambling adverts for operators targeting the UK without licences.
MGA outlines risk-based supervision of gambling licensees
The approach signals how evidence and broader risk trends inform regulatory supervision of Malta-licensed operators.
Appointment
Maple International Ventures appoints three directors, subject to approval
The appointments would add board expertise to Lottomart's parent, pending regulatory approval.
Appointment
Immense Group appoints Joonas Karhu to lead Finland preparations
The appointment places a named executive in charge of Immense Group’s preparations for Finland’s planned licensing framework.
Licence
Rush Street Interactive targets Alberta BetRivers launch by Q2 or Q3
The proposed timing gives operators and suppliers an indication of when Alberta’s regulated online gambling market could open.
Arnhem mayor withdraws hospitality venue permits after suspected illegal gambling
The decision removes the venue’s permits, while the operator can challenge it within six weeks.
Relax Gaming recognition letter enables supply to Anjouan-licensed casinos
The reported arrangement raises questions about supplier oversight where operators are prohibited but B2B licensing is unavailable.
NBA softens stance on prediction markets as CFTC backs event contracts
The NBA’s approach affects how leagues and prediction-market platforms address player investments and sports event contracts.