UNAD calls for tighter gambling rules in Spain
The proposals could affect advertising, online deposit rules and the permitted locations of betting shops in Spain.
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Reports
Virginia lawmakers advance online casino bills after reconsideration votes
The votes keep proposals for legal online casinos and different tax rates moving through Virginia’s legislature.
CFTC files amicus brief in Crypto.com prediction-market case
The filing puts the CFTC’s claim to authority over prediction markets before a federal appeals court.
Romanian Senate approves bills raising gambling age and restricting ads
If enacted, the proposals would change age limits and advertising rules for gambling businesses in Romania.
Licence
Western Cape board licenses EveryMatrix to supply gambling platform technology
The licence authorises EveryMatrix to offer its platform products to operators in South Africa.
Betty adds Toronto FC and Argonauts to Ontario partnerships
The agreements expand Betty’s sports-team marketing partnerships in its only active Canadian market.
Appointment
IAGR appoints Kevin Mullally as its first chief executive
The appointment gives the regulators’ association an executive responsible for operations and cross-jurisdictional collaboration.
Nevada Gaming Control Board grants tentative approval for additional Boomer’s and Caesars sportsbooks
Final approval will determine whether the operators can add the proposed Nevada sportsbook locations.
China’s Singapore embassy warns citizens against gambling overseas
The warning may affect casinos serving Chinese visitors and operators’ assessment of cross-border gambling risks.
MLB considers working with prediction market platforms on integrity
A potential MLB partnership could shape how prediction platforms and sports leagues address integrity safeguards.
Appointment
FanDuel appoints Ari Avishay as senior vice-president of marketing
The appointment puts a marketing executive with more than 15 years of experience in a senior role at FanDuel.
KSA chair questions Dutch coalition plans for gambling ad ban and licence cap
Operators and regulators must weigh whether broad ad and licence restrictions would protect vulnerable people while addressing illegal gambling.
New Zealand DIA charges 23 over alleged NZ$3.2m gambling grants scheme
The case puts the integrity of New Zealand’s community grant system and operators’ required contributions under scrutiny.
SEC coordinates with CFTC on prediction markets oversight
Operators and market participants face potential uncertainty where SEC and CFTC jurisdiction over prediction-market contracts overlaps.
EU lawmakers debate proposed levy on online betting and gaming profits
Operators could face an additional levy if member states unanimously approve the proposal.
Brazilian lawmakers consider 15% tax on sports-betting deposits
The proposal could change the cost of deposits for regulated operators and intensify competition with illegal betting sites.
Cuiabá mayor proposes repealing municipal lottery law after STF ruling
If approved, the bill would end the legal basis for Cuiabá to operate a municipal lottery.
Appointment
Fondazione FAIR appoints Stefano De Vita as director general
The appointment puts a new director in charge of coordinating the foundation’s research and responsible gambling work.
ADMIRAL Pay and Syngame integrate e-wallet payments with Betpassion
The agreement connects online Betpassion accounts with wallet payments and cash services at retail outlets.
Indiana lawmakers advance sweepstakes casino ban with 8-0 committee vote
The bill’s progress could determine whether sweepstakes casino operators face prohibition or a regulated framework in Indiana.
Rivalry suspends player activity as board assesses strategic options
The suspension and potential restructuring affect Rivalry customers and parties considering a transaction with the operator.
ADMIRAL Pay and Syngame link APay wallet to Betpassion
The agreement connects Betpassion’s online accounts with Syngame’s retail recharge network and ADMIRAL Pay’s wallet services.
Acquisition
Super Technologies agrees to acquire MaxBet Online operations in Romania and Malta
The deal would combine Super Technologies’ operations with MaxBet Online’s businesses in two markets, pending competition approval.
ANJ proposes prominent risk warnings for France’s monetisable digital-object games
Operators in France’s experimental JONUM regime may need to adapt platform interfaces to the proposed warning specifications.
Nigeria’s Supreme Court ruling shifts gambling oversight to states
Operators face state-based oversight and multiple licensing routes as Nigeria’s gambling framework changes.