Results
Caesars reports $55 million third-quarter loss as Las Vegas earnings fall
Lower Las Vegas visitation, unfavourable table-game results and weaker sports betting margins weighed on Caesars’ earnings.
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Reports
CNI-backed industry groups propose 15% levy on Brazilian online bets
A per-wager levy could affect the tax treatment and cost base of betting operators in Brazil.
New Jersey lawmaker proposes microbetting ban with per-violation fines
If enacted, the proposal would expose sportsbook operators offering microbets to fines for each violation.
CEN approves publication of European online gambling consumer standard
The standard would give operators across Europe a common set of behavioural indicators for identifying and addressing gambling harm.
Acquisition
DraftKings acquires Railbird as it evaluates event-contract products
The acquisition gives DraftKings a platform for event contracts, while its potential sports offering remains undecided amid regulatory challenges.
Benchmark analyst maintains buy rating on Rush Street Interactive
The Colombian tax’s duration and treatment in forecasts affect investors assessing Rush Street Interactive’s earnings outlook.
Edo State launches gaming and lottery regulator in Nigeria
The commission will oversee licensing and compliance for gaming operators in Edo State.
Belo Horizonte committee advances bill to cut betting firms’ service tax to 2%
If enacted, the proposed rate reduction would change the service tax paid by betting companies operating in Belo Horizonte.
CGA says Curaçao licensing and supervision continue after board resignations
Operators can distinguish the board transition from any interruption to licensing or supervision.
Licence
DATA.BET says GLI certification supports Brazil market entry
The certification could affect the technical validation operators and platform providers need when pursuing Brazilian licences.
CGA says Curaçao gambling oversight sits with justice ministry
The clarification identifies the ministry responsible for the CGA while licensing and supervision continue during board appointments.
Licence
MGM withdraws Yonkers casino licence bid over revised terms and economics
MGM’s withdrawal underscores how competition and licence duration affected its investment decision, while it continues operating Empire City in its current format.
Departure
CGA confirms board members resigned in September
The transition leaves the CGA’s licensing and oversight activities continuing while the government appoints new board members.
CGA says board resignations will not disrupt Curaçao licensing framework
Operators seeking Curaçao licences are told that the authority expects licensing and supervisory work to continue without interruption.
Aristocrat Gaming launches $1 Million Phoenix Link at Wynn Las Vegas
The launch adds new Aristocrat titles, cabinets and jackpot configurations to Wynn Las Vegas’s high-limit slot area.
Departure
CGA board resignations leave Curaçao gaming regulator without commissioners
Gaming operators lack clarity over the supervisory leadership overseeing Curaçao’s regulatory framework.
Northern & Shell seeks £1.3bn damages from UKGC over lottery bid
The claim challenges the UKGC’s award of the National Lottery contract to Allwyn and could affect the contract transition.
Curaçao prime minister assumes direct oversight of gaming regulator
Direct prime-ministerial oversight after commissioners resigned may affect the CGA’s governance and gambling reforms.
Curaçao prime minister takes direct control of gaming authority after board resignations
The leadership vacuum could disrupt Curaçao’s online gambling licensing reform and regulatory oversight.
Stake compliance chief urges regulatory stability in Brazil and Peru
Operators in Brazil and Peru face changing rules, including new taxes and advertising restrictions in Brazil.
SOFTSWISS reviews around 16,000 responsible-gambling cases in H1 2025
The case volume and support processes are relevant to operators assessing responsible-gambling compliance and player-protection arrangements.
Springfield councilor seeks restoration of $3m in casino mitigation funds
The proposed restoration affects funding Springfield uses for public services and infrastructure linked to hosting MGM Springfield.
GamCare and 23red launch year-round gambling-harm awareness campaign
The campaign gives GamCare and 23red a year-round channel to direct people affected by gambling harm towards support.
UK Gambling Commission flags weaknesses in operators’ AI-based AML controls
Operators may need to improve oversight, testing and explainability of automated AML controls ahead of Commission assessments.
Study warns offshore gambling oversight leaves player-protection gaps
Operators and regulators in the jurisdictions discussed may face scrutiny over differences in player-protection rules.