Indiana committee advances bill authorising online lottery sales
The bill could open online lottery sales and digital instant games, but requires full House approval and implementation safeguards.
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Quebec Superior Court rejects injunction to restore Magic Palace agreement
The ruling leaves the agreement terminated while the appeal application and underlying dispute proceed.
Source: Kahnawake Gaming Commission
Belgium suspends 2026 gaming commission payment requests pending royal decree
Applicants and licensees face paused payment steps in procedures handled by the Belgian gaming commission.
South African Treasury proposes 20% national levy on online gambling
Operators may face an additional national charge alongside provincial gambling levies if the proposal proceeds.
Google permits certified prediction-market ads in the US from 21 January
Eligible prediction-market operators can seek access to Google advertising under the stated certification and federal authorisation requirements.
Appointment
Sportradar appoints Edo Haitin as executive vice-president of iGaming
Haitin will lead global iGaming strategy, product development, and alignment of technology and data capabilities.
Iowa regulators seek cease-and-desist powers against illegal gambling
The proposal could give Iowa regulators new tools to act against unlicensed platforms targeting state residents.
Esplugues de Llobregat suspends processing of gambling venue licences for up to a year
The suspension pauses applications for new or expanded gambling venues while the council assesses possible planning restrictions.
Colombia applies 19% VAT to online gambling under emergency decree
The tax changes operators’ costs and the basis on which online gambling activity is taxed in Colombia.
J.P. Morgan forecasts 2.5% regional casino revenue decline
The estimates offer investors a view of regional casino trading trends and expected revenue growth.
UK politicians urge Starmer to scrap gambling premises approval rule
Scrapping the rule would change how local authorities assess applications for betting shops and adult gaming centres.
Belgian government approves draft 2026 Gaming Commission contribution decree
Applicants cannot receive payment requests for licence or renewal applications until the decree is published.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgian government approves draft 2026 Gaming Commission contribution decree
Applicants cannot receive payment requests for licence or renewal applications until the decree is published.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Appointment
Cactus Gaming appoints Thiago Garrides as CEO for 2026 strategy
The appointment places a new chief executive in charge of Cactus Gaming’s stated operator and technology priorities for 2026.
Federal court ends Michigan ADW licensing enforcement against Churchill Downs
The ruling limits Michigan’s ability to regulate TwinSpires and may influence disputes over state ADW rules elsewhere.
Iowa department proposes expanded powers against unlicensed gambling operators
The bill could give Iowa's regulator enforcement tools against unlicensed betting and gaming operators.
Appointment
Julien Brun becomes Betclic Group chief executive
Brun’s appointment places him at the helm as Betclic’s parent pursues a transaction that could reshape its European betting operations.
Alberta’s iGaming Act creates framework for competitive online market
Operators and suppliers will need to await Alberta’s market rules and operational systems before entering the proposed competitive market.
Licence
Betty submits UK licence application ahead of planned expansion
Betty’s application is a step towards entering the UK market, while the stated duty rate forms part of its expansion context.
Appointment
Sportradar appoints Edo Haitin to lead its igaming business
The appointment puts a named executive in charge of Sportradar’s online casino activities.
Licence
Betty applies for UK gambling licence ahead of market expansion
Betty's application marks a planned UK market entry, while the stated duty rate is part of its expansion context.
Wisconsin lawmakers revive online sports betting bill
The proposal’s tribal exclusivity and uncertain Senate path shape potential market access for sports betting operators.
Iowa department proposes bill expanding gambling regulator’s enforcement powers
If enacted, the bill would extend the commission’s enforcement reach to unlicensed gambling platforms, including sweepstakes operators.
UK campaigners urge government to scrap gambling licensing aim-to-permit rule
Changing the principle could alter how local authorities assess applications for betting shops and adult gaming centres.
Philippines sets monthly minimum fees for online gaming system administrators
Licensed system administrators face a new recurring fee, with the amount varying by operation type.