Brazilian measure bars fixed-odds betting and related sponsorships
Operators and sports partners must assess contracts affected by the bans and authorisation deadlines.
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Rome police report betting shop irregularities and €150 gaming-machine fine
Betting-shop operators in Rome face enforcement over staffing authorisation and local gaming-machine hours.
Italy’s 2027 budget bill proposes €55.2m annual tax on skill games
Operators of online skill games and LAN venues would face new authorisation requirements and taxes if the proposal becomes law.
Italy’s government estimates €15m from amusement-machine regularisation
Operators would face a one-off payment to regularise eligible machines and proposed changes to game and prize limits.
DGOJ says unlicensed prediction markets cannot operate legally in Spain
Operators offering prediction-market products classed as gambling in Spain need authorisation or may face access-blocking measures.
HGC maintains blacklist of gambling providers unauthorised in Greece
The listing restricts named providers and associated parties from entering Greece’s licensed gambling market.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
M5S senator criticises proposed fifth weekly Lotto and Superenalotto draw
The proposed extra draw and other budget measures could affect lottery activity and gambling operators’ tax and concession costs.
AK Informatica CEO criticises proposed LAN gaming-room costs in Italy
The proposed charges and authorisation conditions could affect the operating costs of LAN gaming venues.
Appointment
NCPG appoints Charles H. Jeffers II as interim director
The interim appointment provides leadership as NCPG prepares to search for a permanent successor.
CNI considers protest over proposed 2027 Italian budget measures
The proposed tax measures could increase costs for gaming-machine distributors and operators, including smaller businesses.
KSA reports higher regulated-market share in the Netherlands in 2025
Operators and regulators must weigh stronger regulated-market channelisation against persistent concerns about player losses and youth gambling.
APADELA urges Peru to investigate reported football match-fixing approaches
A proposed criminal-law framework could affect betting-integrity obligations for operators and sports organisations in Peru.
NCAA joins IC360 and Signify Group programme targeting bettor harassment
The programme gives participating sports organisations information to support action against harassment linked to sports betting.
Italy’s government extends betting and gaming-machine concessions to 2029
The extension sets concession costs and payment schedules for betting operators and gaming-machine network concessionaires through 2029.
Italy proposes ADM permits and fees for LAN gaming venues
If adopted, the proposed authorisations and fees would affect the costs and operating requirements of LAN venues and platforms.
Catania police suspend Biancavilla bar’s authorisations for seven days
The suspension affects the operation of a venue that also functions as a betting centre.
ADM reviews associations’ proposals for VLT management in Italy
ADM’s review could shape VLT technical requirements and management ahead of new concessions.
PlayCity revokes BGG Technologies Ukraine gambling licence
Operators must allow scheduled inspections or risk losing authorisation to operate slot machine halls.
Amsterdam UMC researcher calls for Dutch gambling-ad ban and higher age limit
A ban on gambling advertising and higher minimum age could limit young adults’ exposure to gambling-related harm.
Tender
Mauritius casino employees seek job guarantees amid planned privatisation
The proposed sale could affect about 600 casino workers and the future staffing of four venues.
Dutch CDA asks state secretary about illegal gambling enforcement and court ruling
The questions put illegal-site fine collection and claims over pre-legalisation gambling agreements before the state secretary.
DGOJ begins meetings on proposed Spanish gambling law reform
The consultation process may shape the next version of Spain’s gambling legislation and affect regulated operators.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
Emilia-Romagna court annuls Bologna betting and VLT authorisations
The ruling means operators’ authorisations may depend on updated checks against local distance rules.
DGJA opens 30-day declaration period for unregistered betting venues
Retail betting operators have a limited period to declare unregistered venues before the regulatory deadline expires.
IBJR estimates Brazil's clandestine betting GGR reached R$56bn
The estimates describe suspected illegal-market activity following the expiry of federal betting authorisations in Brazil.