Ohio casinos increase June revenue to $84.9m
Ohio casino revenue increased 3.5% annually to $84.9m in June, with slots contributing $62.8m and table games $22.1m.
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California federal court dismisses gambling-loss RICO claims against DraftKings
Operators face a public-policy bar limiting RICO recovery of gambling losses, per the Northern California dismissal.
Indiana casino campaign groups seek support ahead of referendums
Operators should watch November referendums that could let county leaders seek casino development proposals.
North Jeolla governor seeks casino resort admitting domestic players
The governor's domestic-player casino request divides local community and business leaders.
SOFTSWISS reports threefold World Cup sportsbook activity increase
The tournament tripled sportsbook activity and shifted the mix toward pre-match wagering.
Council of State upholds betting outlet concession transfer
The ruling permits outlet migration without participation by the former concession holder.
ANJL prepares joint response to Brazil licensing consultation
The consolidated submission lets members address proposed Brazilian betting authorisation rules before the consultation closes.
UKGC moves software suppliers to medium AML risk in 2026 assessment
Suppliers now face tighter AML scrutiny from the UK regulator, which may require stronger compliance controls in business-to-business relationships.
New Zealand restricts online casino advertising content
Operators and suppliers should note New Zealand's guidance prohibits material appealing to minors and personal endorsements, alongside luck or ritual claims.
Licence
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.
Penalty
George Santos agrees penalty to settle CFTC Kalshi allegations
Operators see a settlement imposing a fine without an admission of wrongdoing over alleged Kalshi contract manipulation.
Court of Appeal dismisses National Lottery licence tender appeal
The dismissal closes the legal challenge to the Gambling Commission's National Lottery licence award, removing uncertainty for the incumbent and bidders.
Arizona report records rise in weekly gambling
An Arizona Department of Gaming-commissioned survey identified opportunities to target gambling harm after weekly gambling increased.
SCJ and UAF revise Chile casino anti-money laundering rules
Joint Circular 63 updates anti-money laundering requirements applicable to 25 Chilean casinos.
Licence
RETAbet obtains Portuguese casino and sportsbook licence
The licence lets RETAbet offer online casino games and sports betting in Portugal.
Japan considers geoblocking online casino platforms
Japan's communications ministry commissioned an expert review of geoblocking online casino platforms.
New York attorney general sues Kalshi over alleged missing gambling permit
The attorney general alleged Kalshi lacked the NYSGC authorisation required to operate legally in the state.
UKGC rates remote casinos high risk for money laundering
The high-risk rating signals tighter scrutiny of remote casino operators' anti-money laundering controls in the UK market.
Padua police suspend Albignasego venue for 30 days over gaming machine breaches
The suspension shows police can close a venue's food and beverage activity for 30 days over gaming machine rule breaches.
Licence
HGC grants ThrillTech Category A1 manufacturer licence for Greece
The licence lets ThrillTech supply its jackpot product to Greek operators, widening supplier choice in a regulated market.
Acre assigns state lottery oversight to finance secretariat
Sefaz can issue rules, authorise operators and apply sanctions, including for fixed-odds betting.
Court of Appeal rejects lottery challengers’ appeal request
The refusal leaves the April High Court ruling and Allwyn's UK lottery appointment standing.
Chile updates casino anti-money laundering requirements
Casinos face risk-based due diligence, governance committees, compliance officers and reporting obligations from October 2026.
UK appeal court refuses National Lottery challenge permission
The refusal preserves the High Court's rejection of claims over the fourth National Lottery licence award.
Court of Appeal rejects TNLC and Northern & Shell bid over Allwyn lottery award
The ruling removes the latest legal obstacle to Allwyn's fourth National Lottery licence, giving operators and suppliers certainty over the UK lottery contract.