UK government considers barring unlicensed gambling operators from sports sponsorship
A proposed UK restriction could affect sponsorship eligibility for operators without a domestic licence.
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Acquisition
MGM gives Nevada regulators no update on People Inc buyout proposal
The proposal’s status affects MGM shareholders and the company’s potential ownership structure.
CMS Committee questions UKGC over financial risk assessment plans
Regulators face parliamentary scrutiny as the committee seeks answers on proceeding with financial risk assessments.
Penalty
AGCOM’s €750,000 Google Ireland penalty awaits EU court ruling on gambling ads
The EU court ruling could clarify hosting-service liability for gambling advertising on YouTube under Italy’s ban.
ADM relists Polymarket among blocked gambling sites in Italy
The listing affects Polymarket’s access in Italy, while the requested advertising review could affect its sponsorship activity.
Licence
Nevada Gaming Control Board recommends sportsbook licence approvals
The recommendations outline conditional steps towards sportsbook operations at named Nevada casino properties.
UK Gambling Commission faces industry criticism over financial risk assessments
Operators face new compliance obligations if the Commission proceeds with Financial Risk Assessments despite industry criticism.
Tender
HGC tenders for advice on online player verification in Greece
The tender could shape verification requirements for licensed online operators in Greece.
Nevada regulators propose $7.2m Venetian AML settlement over bookmaker case
The proposed settlement requires commission approval and concerns alleged monitoring and due diligence failures involving Bowyer.
AGCO requires nerve-blocked thoroughbreds to be added to a list
The rule gives racing participants a listing requirement for horses that have undergone nerve blocking.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Council of State reviews Agcom appeal over €60,000 YouTube gambling-ad fine
The appeal will determine whether the company can be held responsible for gambling videos created before its formation.
Nevada sportsbooks report $249m wagering decline as executives cite prediction markets
The reported decline and competing claims put the impact of prediction markets on regulated sportsbook volumes under scrutiny.
Nevada Gaming Control Board reduces pari-mutuel reporting frequency
Affected licensees must change reporting schedules and update their written internal controls by the stated deadline.
Acquisition
Nevada gaming board recommends Caesars takeover of Westgate sportsbook
The proposed change would alter the retail and digital betting offer at a major Nevada sportsbook venue.
Nevada sportsbook executives say prediction markets affect operators
The comments raise potential competition and compliance concerns for Nevada sportsbook operators amid litigation over prediction markets.
Italian senator proposes 2% levy on football betting proceeds
The proposal would change how betting-derived funds are routed while offsetting the contribution through lower PREU.
UK racing criticises UKGC stance on financial risk assessments
Racing's opposition highlights the compliance and cost burden operators and partners expect from the financial risk regime.
Acquisition
MERKUR completes acquisition of Victoria Gate Casino in Leeds
MERKUR can retain local jobs while transitioning Victoria Gate Casino to its brand after a temporary closure.
UK Gambling Commission introduces financial risk checks for high-spending players
Phased financial risk assessments will require operators to identify eligible customers under the Commission’s deposit thresholds.
Federal judge rejects Kalshi bid to block New York gambling enforcement
Kalshi remains subject to New York gambling enforcement as its appeal challenges the ruling on federal pre-emption.
UKGC stages financial risk assessments with £5,000 threshold
Large UK operators must prepare staged assessments for customers over 25 whose net deposits exceed the stated trigger.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission seeks audit of gambling marketing in Asian communities
An audit could examine how gambling marketing reaches Asian communities in Massachusetts.
Greece’s HGC sets out player exclusion procedures across gambling channels
Until the central register launches, players and operators must use the stated separate or HGC-managed exclusion processes.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
UK Gambling Commission proceeds with financial risk assessments, BGC objects
UK operators may need to adapt checks for high-spending customers as the regulator proceeds despite BGC objections.
Nevada prosecutors charge former DraftKings trader in alleged betting scheme
The criminal case and alleged links to sports wagering may affect betting-integrity controls and compliance reviews.