MGA publishes H1 2025 report with eight new gaming licences issued
The figures show operators the MGA’s licensing activity and renewal outcomes in the first half of 2025.
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DraftKings launches prediction markets across 38 US states
The launch gives DraftKings access to event-contract markets across 38 states, including sports contracts in some states.
Coinbase sues regulators in three states over prediction markets
The lawsuits challenge whether state gambling laws can apply to sports-related event contracts offered through federally registered exchanges.
Appointment
18Peaches appoints Sona Tunyan as sales team lead
The appointment puts a named sales lead in charge of 18Peaches’ international partner development.
growth funding round
Xpoint raises growth funding led by Bettor Capital
The investment is intended to expand Xpoint’s compliance technology development and delivery for real-money gaming operators.
Licence
Japan plans 2027 application window for two integrated resort licences
Local governments have a defined future window to seek one of the two remaining integrated resort locations.
Licence
GCGRA approves Arena Racing Company vendor licence in the UAE
The approval allows ARC to offer its racing services through licensed operators in the UAE.
Italy’s Council of State seeks further submissions in PVR register case
The court’s eventual ruling could affect when the PVR registration requirement and related measures apply to gambling concessionaires.
Trapani tax court exempts Stanleybet Malta betting centres from betting tax
The ruling affects the tax treatment of Stanleybet Malta’s affiliated betting centres in Italy.
Trapani tax court rules bookmaker liable for post-2016 betting tax
The ruling may affect tax exposure for betting data-transmission centres and the bookmakers they serve in Italy.
Milan police chief suspends gaming hall licence for five days
The suspension temporarily prevents the venue from operating under its gaming licence.
ASPROMARE expects Canary Islands planning decree to take effect in 2026
The decree would establish regulatory changes affecting gaming-machine and amusement-venue operators in the Canary Islands.
Swiss authorities plan national gambling study for 2026
The findings are intended to inform Swiss regulators’ and policymakers’ approach to the gambling market.
Award
DGOJ awards €578,806 technical support contract in Spain
The contract covers systems used for player verification and gambling-exclusion checks in Spain.
Licence
Macau extends Wing Hing Chinese lottery concession through 2026
The extension sets Wing Hing’s operating term and adds local-employment obligations to its Macau concession.
Mexican authorities seize more than 20 gaming machines in Irapuato
The seizure removes machines authorities say are prohibited and advances investigations into their use in local businesses.
Romania requires licensed suppliers to block access to unauthorised gambling platforms
The amendments add immediate blocking duties and criminal and licensing risks for B2B providers serving Romania’s gambling market.
Paraguay’s DNIT weighs 2026 tender for sports betting licences
A decision could determine whether Paraguay introduces competition in sports betting before the current concession expires in 2028.
Licence
Japan plans second integrated resort bidding round from May 2027
Potential applicants and prefectures have a defined window to prepare proposals for Japan’s remaining resort permits.
Licence
Nevada Gaming Commission grants executive licences to MGM and Venetian leaders
The approvals remove provisional status for two executives with influence over regulated casino operations in Nevada.
KSA sets three-week data test for online gambling licence holders
The data review forms part of the KSA’s oversight of existing operators approaching licence renewal.
Appointment
US Senate confirms Michael Selig as CFTC chairman amid sports contracts dispute
Selig’s approach could shape federal oversight of sports event contracts while state gambling regulators challenge their legality.
Senegal introduces 0.5% levy on mobile money and payment transactions
The levy and winnings tax change the costs and tax treatment of deposits, withdrawals and betting payouts in Senegal.
Botswana agencies investigate eight unlicensed gambling sites
Blocking and account controls could disrupt unlicensed operators’ access to Botswana customers and payment channels.
New Jersey lawmakers renew push for casinos at Meadowlands and Monmouth Park
The proposal could change where casino operators may offer gambling in New Jersey, but requires constitutional and voter approval.