Riigikogu proposes 5.5% tax on Estonia’s remote casino games
Remote casino operators may face a 5.5% tax if lawmakers pass the amendment on its proposed timetable.
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Allwyn reports stable UK revenue and launches euro refinancing operation
The refinancing and expected access to OPAP cash flows affect Allwyn’s financing and shareholder-distribution capacity.
OPAP shareholders sell 23.96m shares ahead of planned Allwyn merger
Investors should note the cash exit right share sale and that the proposed merger still requires regulatory clearances.
Brazil proposes age checks for gambling websites and apps
Operators and platforms may need to revise age verification and data handling if the proposal takes effect.
Armenia’s State Revenue Committee advances real-time gambling monitoring bill
The bill could affect how gambling operators connect to Armenia’s planned central monitoring system and how its supplier is selected.
Estonia sets 1 March start for restored 5.5% remote gambling tax
The proposed start date affects when online casino operators would resume paying gambling tax in Estonia.
Polymarket halftime markets draw scrutiny after two guest bets pay out
The scrutiny raises integrity and oversight questions for prediction-market platforms offering entertainment event contracts.
Macau Judiciary Police refer alleged casino-linked currency exchange case for inquiry
The investigation puts casino-adjacent currency exchange activity and related enforcement risks in focus for Macau operators.
DraftKings chief executive opposes bans on player prop bets
Robins' position and DraftKings' market controls inform operators' response to calls for restrictions on player props.
Brazilian government drafts age checks for gambling access
Operators and platforms may need age-verification systems for users in Brazil if the proposed decree proceeds.
Appointment
Gambling Commission begins search for Andrew Rhodes’ successor
The appointment will determine the leadership of the UK gambling regulator.
Brazilian government prepares age-verification decree for online gambling
The proposed requirements could oblige gambling platforms operating in Brazil to add age checks and protect verification data.
Brazilian Health Ministry funds gambling-harm care network with R$2.59m
The partnership establishes a funded telehealth care service for people at risk of or diagnosed with gambling disorder.
Egyptian lawmaker says authorities will block online betting apps
Operators serving Egypt face planned app blocking and proposed penalties, but authorities have given no timetable.
Massachusetts judge allows Kalshi sports-contract injunction to proceed
Kalshi must restrict Massachusetts users’ access to sports contracts and introduce location-based controls within 30 days.
Polymarket sues Massachusetts over threatened state enforcement
The lawsuit may clarify whether Massachusetts can enforce state gambling laws against Polymarket’s event contracts.
Appointment
Rank Group appoints Jenny Blogg as chief commercial officer
Blogg will oversee the cross-channel customer experience across Mecca Bingo and Grosvenor Casinos.
Indiana House advances bill to relocate Rising Star casino licence
Senate approval would open a competition for the licence and set investment and relocation costs for bidders.
ADM approves online and mobile interface for Color Puzzle 5€ lottery
The approval permits the specified interface to be offered through online and mobile lottery channels.
Hobbs proposes 45% sports betting tax for large Arizona operators
The proposal could materially increase tax costs for sportsbooks above the monthly handle threshold if lawmakers approve it.
ONJN partners ICI on a new Romanian self-exclusion platform
Operators would face a unified self-exclusion process across online and land-based gambling if the proposed rules take effect.
Licence
Euroapuestas Online receives licence extensions dated 5 February
The reported extensions may affect Euroapuestas Online’s authorised activity, but their scope and terms are unspecified.
Polymarket challenges Massachusetts limits on sports contracts
The lawsuit may clarify whether Massachusetts can apply state gambling rules to Polymarket’s sports prediction markets.
PSPV plans renewed bid to reverse Valencia gambling-law change
Gambling-hall operators may face renewed uncertainty over licence renewals near educational centres if PSPV’s initiative succeeds.
Murcia tax agency approves 2026 gambling-machine tax census
Machine operators can review the census and must observe the stated quarterly voluntary payment windows.