UAE regulators consult suppliers on a possible gaming framework
Suppliers may have an opportunity to contribute to the design of rules for future UAE gaming projects.
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Brazil AGU appeals Fux order on social-benefit recipients’ betting accounts
The appeal concerns whether operators must restrict beneficiary accounts broadly or only funds identified as coming from social programmes.
Hard Rock Atlantic City plans $50m in property upgrades by end of 2026
The upgrades set out planned capital spending and renovation work at a major Atlantic City casino through 2026.
Jump Trading reportedly takes stakes in Kalshi and Polymarket for liquidity
The reported arrangements would give both prediction-market operators an external liquidity provider in exchange for equity.
NFL bars players from investing in prediction-market operators
The restriction limits NFL players’ potential financial ties to prediction-market operators, while its scope for the players’ union is unresolved.
CHP proposes single authority to regulate gambling in Turkey
The proposal could reshape gambling oversight and financial enforcement if adopted.
Apuesta Legal reports Chile traffic shifts towards international betting sites
The reported traffic shares show Chile remains a significant source of international betting-operator visits despite restrictions on .cl sites.
Appointment
Aristocrat appoints Bob Serr as CTO and Dafne Guisard as EMEA commercial chief
The appointments put new leaders in charge of Aristocrat’s technology and EMEA commercial operations, subject to regulatory approvals.
Apuesta Total signs regional sponsorship deal with Argentina national team in Peru
The sponsorship gives Apuesta Total team materials, player image rights and planned user experiences and ticket draws in Peru.
Appointment
Flutter Brazil appoints Marcelo de Ciccio to lead digital acquisition strategy
The appointment assigns leadership of paid and organic search, app growth, SEO and referrals for Betnacional and Betfair.
NFL signals continued scrutiny of prediction markets ahead of Super Bowl LX
The NFL’s integrity concerns and measured approach may influence how prediction-market platforms engage with sports leagues.
Paris appeal court orders Meta to block Barrière-branded gambling ads
Meta must filter unauthorised gambling ads using Barrière’s marks across Facebook, Instagram and Messenger for one year.
ADM approves rules setting deadlines and responsibility for administrative proceedings
The rules establish default timelines and identify which ADM units handle administrative proceedings.
OHID changes tie-break policy for gambling harms funding bids
The revised criterion changes how charities competing for UK gambling harms prevention grants may be assessed.
Washington attorney general sues Playtika and Aristocrat over gambling apps
The case could determine whether the companies can continue offering the apps to Washington residents.
House Republicans block Dina Titus amendment to restore gambling loss deductions
The cap affects the federal tax treatment of gambling losses and remains subject to further legislative action.
Kalshi seeks CFTC approval for margin trading on event contracts
Regulatory approval could let Kalshi offer institutional investors margin trading on event contracts.
ADM revises deadlines and responsibilities for administrative procedures in Italy
The revised rules set default timelines and electronic filing requirements for businesses dealing with ADM.
Brazil senator proposes 15% Cide on betting deposits in bill report
The proposed deposit levy could raise operator costs and trigger contract termination clauses for some football-club sponsorships.
Brazilian sports committee proposes 50% image-rights share for athletes
Sportsbooks could face a proposed direct-payment obligation for image-rights use if lawmakers advance the bill.
House leaders block Titus amendment to restore full gambling-loss deduction
The 90% limit remains in place, affecting how bettors can deduct losses against winnings for federal tax purposes.
Appointment
Gaming Arts appoints Michael Moosman as product management and marketing VP
The appointment puts product and marketing strategy for Gaming Arts’ slot portfolio under a new executive.
Spain’s Consumer Ministry flags alleged unlicensed Need for Spin operations
The reported licensing allegation puts Need for Spin’s Spanish operations and market access under regulatory scrutiny.
Appointment
EGT appoints Fabio Massimo Molinari to lead its Italy office
The appointment gives EGT a named director for its Italy office and local-market activity.
Brazil's SPA establishes SINAPO forum for lottery and betting coordination
The forum provides a channel for regulators across Brazil to coordinate lottery oversight and share operational information.