South Africa Treasury extends comment deadline for proposed online gambling tax
Operators and other stakeholders have more time to submit views on a proposed national levy alongside provincial taxes.
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European Commission examines complaint over Italy’s instant lottery rules
The Commission’s review could affect the application of Italy’s instant lottery rules if the alleged notification failure is upheld.
BGC and aPAL sign one-year cooperation agreement on Chilean online gambling
The agreement gives Chilean policymakers access to regulatory experience as they consider licensing online gambling.
UK government backs online gambling tax increases from 2026
Operators face higher duty on remote casino and sports betting, while bingo duty will be abolished.
European Commission sets out DSA duties on illegal gambling adverts
The requirements shape how platforms must handle illegal gambling advertisements, including content that could reach minors and vulnerable groups.
MAGLA funds six-month school quiz with Mibawa Studios in Malawi
The partnership gives Mibawa Studios funding for education programming and assigns MAGLA a role in a six-month school initiative.
LONATO applies 5% levy to lottery prizes of CFA 500,000 or more
Lottery operators must account for the 5% deduction on qualifying prizes and remit proceeds to the revenue office.
Alberta publishes rules for proposed private iGaming market
Operators seeking entry would need to meet the province’s proposed player-protection and advertising standards.
Enugu enacts gaming law covering online platforms from January 2026
Operators in Enugu face new licensing and ongoing compliance requirements, while inspectors gain powers to investigate and act against non-compliance.
Government begins decree process for distributing taxes from charitable sports betting
The proposed decree could determine how tax revenue from charitable sports betting is allocated.
Spain's Supreme Court rules on VAT exemption for technology services to online gambling firms
The ruling affects the VAT treatment of technology services supplied to online gambling companies.
Appointment
Crown Melbourne appoints Carter Bair as chief marketing officer
The appointment assigns responsibility for Crown Melbourne’s marketing and customer-facing portfolios to a new executive.
Spain’s Supreme Court rules betting technology services subject to VAT
Technology suppliers to Spanish online betting operators must account for VAT on these services.
Appointment
Tachi Palace Casino Resort appoints Jacob Jeff as general manager
The appointment puts a new general manager in charge of operations at the California casino resort.
Appointment
EveryMatrix appoints Jonas Groes co-CEO alongside Ebbe Groes
The leadership change affects the supplier’s management structure as it pursues its stated 2030 business target.
Polymarket agrees DAZN integration as Portugal and Hungary restrict platform
The deal would bring Polymarket predictions into DAZN broadcasts, while regulatory restrictions affect the platform’s access in two markets.
KSA warns SkyHills logo videos may lead to fines
People posting the videos risk penalties for advertising an unlicensed gambling site, including when they say the posts are jokes.
Washington commission agrees proposed Squaxin Island gaming compact amendment
The proposal could change permitted games, credit practices and wager limits for the tribe's gaming operations.
South Carolina lawmakers prepare to debate casino bill with revenue-sharing plan
The proposed allocations could shape legislative support for authorising casinos in South Carolina.
DAZN partners with Polymarket to integrate prediction data into sports broadcasts
The agreement combines prediction-market data with sports viewing, while US trading depends on regulatory approval.
CFTC chairman outlines proposed rules for digital assets and prediction markets
The proposed federal approach and Massachusetts ruling could shape how prediction-market operators are regulated.
EU court applies players’ residence law to claims over illegal online gambling losses
Operators and their directors may face recovery claims under the law where a player habitually resides.
DRC iGaming market reportedly reaches $1.7bn a year amid regulatory gaps
Fragmented oversight and limited state receipts make the DRC’s online gambling environment uncertain for operators.
Finland publishes Gambling Act after presidential approval
Operators and suppliers face new licensing, player-protection and advertising rules under the Act.
Massachusetts judge moves to block Kalshi sports contracts
The case may require Kalshi to obtain state sports betting approval before offering these contracts in Massachusetts.