DAZN partners with Polymarket to add prediction markets to its platform
The planned US launch depends on DAZN obtaining the required regulatory approval.
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Reports
Mauritius GRA disputes horse racing report and reserves right to take legal action
The dispute concerns allegations about the integrity division’s enforcement, investigations and independence.
High Roller plans $25m share sale for marketing and expansion
The planned raise would provide High Roller with capital for marketing and expansion.
Allwyn brings OPAP and SAZKA under its global brand
The brand change affects the identity and stated operating alignment of two lottery businesses in their markets.
Ireland proposes betting-shop alcohol ban and gaming-premises opening hours
Betting operators and land-based gambling venues would face rules on alcohol sales and permitted opening hours.
Spelinspektionen records two match-fixing reports from integrity groups in 2025
Swedish betting licensees must report suspicions without delay and maintain procedures to detect and counter match-fixing.
Licence
DAZN Bet receives Ontario approval ahead of planned market entry
Ontario approval and the planned Pragmatic Group partnership move DAZN Bet toward market entry, though no launch date is confirmed.
Castilla y León’s CES urges tighter controls on gambling advertising
The recommendations could shape rules governing operators’ advertising and sponsorship in Castilla y León.
Maryland lawmakers propose criminal penalties for sweepstakes casinos
If enacted, the bills would expose sweepstakes platform operators and promoters in Maryland to criminal penalties and licensing consequences.
Licence
Genting refreshes Resorts World Sentosa ahead of casino licence review
The renewal assessment will consider Resorts World Sentosa while it changes its visitor strategy and property offering.
Nevada Gaming Control Board issues guidance on licensees’ overseas online gaming
Licensees and applicants must assess overseas online-gaming legality across different products and commercial arrangements.
Grand Korea Leisure prepares feasibility study for Seoul casino site
A possible site acquisition could change GKL’s leased operating model, but the company has made no decision.
Macau Legend challenges Cape Verde government’s seizure of casino project assets
The dispute concerns control of project assets and the status of Macau Legend’s Cape Verde investment.
Finland signs Gambling Act to open online betting market in 2027
Operators can apply for licences from 1 March, ahead of the planned opening of Finland’s competitive online market in July 2027.
Extremadura approves first-quarter 2026 gaming tax register for machines
Machine operators and other taxpayers have ten days to inspect the register and challenge their assessments.
Appointment
SOFTSWISS appoints Denis Romanovskiy as chief AI officer
The appointment gives SOFTSWISS a named executive responsible for its AI strategy and platform implementation.
Massachusetts judge grants preliminary injunction against Kalshi sports contracts
The injunction could require Kalshi to stop offering sports contracts in Massachusetts unless it obtains a sports betting licence.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission reports $97.91m casino revenue for December
The figures provide operators and investors with current Massachusetts casino and sports wagering market revenue data.
Alberta plans to ease registration for Ontario-licensed iGaming applicants
Ontario-registered operators and suppliers may be able to use their existing registration when applying in Alberta.
Alberta targets spring or summer 2026 for iGaming market launch
The proposed timeline and contract drafting will shape operators’ preparations to enter Alberta’s regulated market.
Massachusetts secures preliminary injunction against Kalshi sports contracts
The ruling may require Kalshi to obtain state licensing to offer sports-related event contracts in Massachusetts.
Nevada control board recommends William Hill and Boomer’s sportsbook changes
The Nevada Gaming Commission’s decision will determine whether William Hill and Boomer’s take over the proposed sportsbooks.
FanDuel launches sports prediction contracts in 18 US states
FanDuel offers sports event contracts in some states while withholding them where it already operates a sportsbook.
Virginia legislator proposes barring credit cards for sportsbook accounts
Operators may need to remove credit card deposits from Virginia sportsbook accounts if the proposal becomes law.
Cape Verde takes control of stalled Macau Legend hotel-casino project in Praia
The takeover ends Macau Legend’s project and places the unfinished casino development under government control.