Sixth Circuit upholds injunction protecting TwinSpires in Michigan licensing dispute
The ruling allows TwinSpires to continue operating in Michigan while the dispute over state licensing authority proceeds.
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Federal judge lifts Kalshi injunction, allowing Nevada regulators to act
The ruling leaves Kalshi exposed to Nevada enforcement while its appeal proceeds.
UK Gambling Commission updates operator reporting and consumer protection rules
Operators must prepare for revised financial reporting and consumer-protection requirements on different implementation dates.
Brazil Senate approves betting tax bill but rejects fast-track for casino legislation
The tax measure could raise costs for betting operators, while casino legislation remains under consideration.
Gambia plans 50% tax on gambling winnings from January 2026
Operators across regulated gambling sectors may face a higher tax on winnings and new transaction-monitoring requirements.
UAE regulator adopts cautious, digital-first framework for commercial gaming
Operators must meet the GCGRA’s criteria to access the emerging UAE commercial gaming market.
Fine
Lotteritilsynet fines Norsk Rikstoto NOK2m over anti-money-laundering breaches
The decision imposes a substantial penalty and requires Norsk Rikstoto to address specified customer-control and data-retention failures.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Brazil’s Receita Federal sets 15% tax rules for online betting winnings
The rules establish annual reporting and payment duties for bettors and a new statement requirement for betting operators.
Acre legislature approves state lottery service bill
The bill could establish a state framework for lottery operations, subject to gubernatorial approval.
PAGCOR revokes PH Resorts’ provisional licence for Cebu casino project
The revocation ends PH Resorts’ current route to developing the Emerald Bay casino project.
Lagos State and ARD expand school programme against underage gambling
The school-based programme has reached more than 4,000 students in 10 secondary schools since beginning in 2023.
New Jersey gambling licensees report $636.2m revenue in November
The reported year-on-year revenue increase offers operators and investors a snapshot of New Jersey’s gambling market.
Award
Oklahoma Lottery selects Pollard Banknote for loyalty platform contract
The award gives Pollard Banknote a potential seven-year contract to deliver the lottery’s digital services.
Licence
GCGRA approves Play971 for online betting in the UAE
The reported approval establishes a licensed online betting platform in the UAE market.
Spanish parliament approves motion on SELAE sales commissions
The motion concerns commission levels for Spain’s lottery sales network.
Brazilian Senate approves higher betting taxes through 2028
The proposed rate increases change betting operators' tax obligations if the president sanctions the bill.
Licence
Hard Rock maintains Japan integrated resort plans ahead of 2027 applications
Potential bidders and casino operators have an application window and a limit of up to two additional Japanese integrated resort licences to consider.
BETBY launches 24/7 live chess betting content
The launch gives BETBY’s operator partners a continuous chess betting product with in-play markets.
Brazilian Senate approves betting tax rises to 15% by 2028
The bill sets out a staged increase in betting companies’ tax burden and allocates the additional revenue between social security and health.
Tender
Paraguay’s DNIT considers sports betting tender for 2026
A possible tender could open two additional sports betting concessions while the existing operator’s contract runs until 2028.
AGU asks Brazil’s Supreme Court to exclude Caixa lotteries from benefit-user block
The request could determine whether social-benefit recipients may continue accessing Caixa’s federal lottery games.
DCMS sets out Gambling Levy Programme Board’s 10-member remit
The board’s oversight and approval arrangements shape how levy funding for research, prevention and treatment is governed.
Romanian lawmakers tighten rules for suppliers serving unlicensed gambling platforms
Licensed suppliers face new blocking and notification duties, while non-compliance can bring criminal penalties and licence consequences.
EstrelaBet executive criticises proposed tax increases in Brazil
The proposed rate changes affect licensed operators’ tax obligations in Brazil from 2026.
Acre assembly committee approves bill to establish state lottery
The proposal could establish a state lottery and determine how its proceeds are distributed across public services.