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Playtech raises 2025 adjusted EBITDA outlook to at least €195m
The revised forecast gives investors an updated profitability outlook, with specified inclusions and exclusions.
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Reports
Brazil lower house speaker urges caution on proposed betting ad ban
Operators and sports organisations face uncertainty over the proposed restrictions on betting advertising and sponsorship.
Appointment
AGCO appoints Danielle Cerisano and Anne Snowdon to its board
The appointments add two directors to the board overseeing alcohol and gaming regulation in Ontario.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
pre-Series A
Opinion raises $20m in pre-Series A round
The funding gives Opinion Labs new capital as it competes in prediction markets outside the US and China.
Brazilian Senate committee approves betting advertising ban proposal
Further committee review could determine whether operators face new limits on advertising, sponsorships and promotions in Brazil.
IBJR seeks to join Brazil Supreme Court betting hearing
The court's account restrictions affect operators serving Brazilian betting customers who receive social benefits.
Brazil Senate committee advances bill to ban betting advertising
If enacted, the bill would restrict betting companies' advertising, sponsorship and promotional activity across Brazil.
Russian police investigate officer over alleged illegal-gambling bribes
The investigation concerns alleged official protection of illegal gambling businesses in Omsk.
Alabama lawmakers propose constitutional amendment to expand gambling
The proposal could establish lottery, casino and sports betting frameworks in Alabama, subject to legislative and voter approval.
GRAI prepares to issue Irish gambling licences under new framework
Operators face new licensing dates and compliance requirements, including restrictions on credit-card betting and mandatory safer-gambling tools.
UK Gambling Commission says prediction markets need betting intermediary licences
Prediction market operators targeting British consumers may need Gambling Commission authorisation and face criminal liability for operating without it.
Licence
New York casino licence holders advance projects worth up to $8bn
Project costs, licence fees and differing tax rates shape the investment and operating plans of New York casino licensees.
KSA works with Dutch clubs on foreign gambling sponsorship exposure
Clubs and federations may need to address unlicensed gambling branding in international sports footage reaching Dutch audiences.
Nevada Gaming Control Board sues Coinbase over sports event contracts
The case could affect whether Coinbase can offer sports event contracts to Nevada residents without state gaming approval.
Crypto.com launches OG prediction platform in the United States
Operators and suppliers may face a new US platform offering sports event contracts and margin trading.
Licence
Digitain secures UK sports betting licence and platform certification
The licence and certification allow Digitain to offer sportsbook and platform support to UK-licensed operators.
Zambia’s Casino Act sets licensing and operating requirements for casinos
Casino licences must specify approved games, tables and machines, alongside operating obligations covering sanitation, surveillance and records.
Appointment
Hippos ATG appoints Pekka Kaidesoja as head of content
The content appointment supports Hippos ATG’s plans for betting and online casino in Finland.
Finland’s risk assessment group consults on player protection rules
A cross-operator loss limit could require licensed operators to coordinate controls across their platforms.
South Dakota lawmakers propose statewide online sports betting vote
Operators would need land-based casino links, while voters decide whether online betting proceeds to rulemaking and property-tax relief.
Appointment
Gambling Commission opens search for chair at £59,950 annual salary
The appointment will determine who leads the commission as it supports the government’s gambling reform programme.
Macao casinos post €2.37bn in January gaming revenue
The figures give operators and investors an update on Macao casino revenue and year-on-year growth.
Licence
GRAI opens Irish gambling licence applications from 9 February
Operators can begin applying under Ireland’s new licensing regime from 9 February.
Veracruz authorities seize 180 suspected illegal slot machines in Xalapa
The seizure removes 180 suspected illegal machines from establishments in Xalapa.
Curaçao appeal court limits master licensee liability after sublicence ends
The ruling defines the period in which a master licensee may be liable for a sublicensee’s conduct.