Colombia sets 19% VAT for gambling under economic emergency measures
The VAT measure changes the tax treatment of gambling operators in Colombia from 1 January 2026.
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Appointment
Jamul Casino appoints Clara Carter to hospitality and event strategy role
The appointment adds strategic counsel for the resort’s meetings and events business.
Licence
Campania administrative court upholds refusal of Torre Annunziata betting licence
The ruling confirms that the licensing authority's public-order concerns prevent the proposed betting operation from receiving authorisation.
Nevada federal court rules sports contracts are not CEA swaps
The ruling could require prediction-market platforms offering sports contracts to address state gambling licensing requirements.
BGC estimates up to GBP 100m in UK illegal betting stakes on Boxing Day
The BGC’s estimate highlights the illegal betting activity it associates with Boxing Day and warns higher taxes could drive customers to unlicensed sites.
AGS launches Gong Hee Fot Choy lottery game with Apostou in Paraná
Apostou’s authorised Paraná offering gains a new lottery game, while AGS says further titles are planned.
Licence
PlayCity issues 10 software licences and revokes seven in Ukraine
Software providers and gambling companies face new licensing decisions as PlayCity reviews compliance in Ukraine.
Khanh Hoa police arrest 31 in Nha Trang online gambling raids
The arrests and equipment seizure show enforcement activity targeting online gambling operations in Vietnam.
Nevada lawmakers change casino salon rules and enact Strip safety measures
Nevada casinos gain flexibility over salon slot minimums, while the Safe Streets Act could restrict some patrons’ access to the Las Vegas corridor.
Osaka resort project targets 2030 opening as business leader backs tourism role
The resort's planned 2030 opening and associated development may shape tourism and investment plans in Osaka.
NHL partners with Kalshi and Polymarket to oversee prediction-market contracts
The partnerships give the NHL a stated means to oversee and remove prediction-market contracts related to its games.
Appointment
EveryMatrix names Jonas Groes co-CEO as gaming suppliers make leadership changes
The appointments change leadership at suppliers operating across betting, gaming and lottery technology.
Colombia’s prosecutor seeks stronger lottery controls after Medellín prize case
The inquiry could lead to stronger oversight of lottery procedures in Colombia.
Tender
Necochea schedules public draw for casino auctioneer appointment
The draw advances the municipal process for auctioning the casino property.
Licence
AGCO issues Ontario racetrack licences for 2026 racing
The licences determine which named racetrack associations are approved to operate in the upcoming period.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Tokyo police find 84 violations at 48 amusement casinos
The findings put operators of amusement-casino venues under scrutiny over prohibited prize exchanges and links to illegal gambling.
Nevada leads 37 states and DC in sports betting authority court brief
The appeal could affect whether prediction-market sports contracts fall under state sports betting rules.
Italy’s economy ministry approves rules for instant lotteries
The rules set the framework for instant lotteries, including remote participation, from 11 January.
Appointment
Suntrust appoints two directors as Westside City targets 2026 opening
The board changes affect the leadership of Suntrust as it pursues its Westside City resort project.
Aragon opens draft general gambling regulations to public comment
The draft regulation could shape gambling rules in Aragon if adopted.
ERC Lleida seeks municipal map of gambling venues
The request could provide local officials with information on venue locations and proximity to schools and youth facilities.
Castilla-La Mancha publishes budget law with gambling income
The budget law reports gambling-related income in Castilla-La Mancha’s public budget.
Valencian government approves decree to simplify administrative procedures
Any effect on gambling-sector procedures remains unclear because the decree’s reported scope does not specify gambling rules.
Departure
Star Entertainment confirms CEO and reports two executive resignations
The changes affect Star’s senior leadership while its CEO appointment still requires state approvals.
Licence
Macau authorises SJM to operate L’Arc casino directly from 30 December
The authorisation changes how SJM operates L’Arc as Macau’s satellite-casino transition period ends.