Andradina approves conditional law for tourist casinos pending federal bill
The municipal authorisation is conditional, so casino concession planning depends on the federal bill becoming law.
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UKGC suspends Spribe's operating licence over game-hosting authorisation
The suspension requires Spribe to halt hosting, affecting the availability of its games in the UK market.
Estonian government approves phased online gambling tax cut to 4%
Operators face a phased tax-rate change whose later steps depend on revenue thresholds.
Eastern Cape Gambling Board destroys confiscated illegal gambling machines
The action signals enforcement risks for operators and property owners involved in unlicensed gambling in the Eastern Cape.
MER says SCA ruling does not change Mpumalanga bookmaker contingencies
The clarification informs Mpumalanga bookmakers that the Gauteng ruling does not alter the contingencies permitted under provincial law.
Source: Mpumalanga Economic Regulator
Luxembourg government examines online gambling monopoly
A monopoly proposal could change online gambling access and the framework operators would need to meet in Luxembourg.
Appointment
GCGRA appoints Jennifer Carleton as chief of licensing and investigations
The appointment puts licensing and investigative work under new leadership as the UAE develops its lottery and commercial gaming framework.
South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal reaffirms online casino ban
The reported ruling and monitoring call affect provincial oversight of licensed gambling businesses.
UKGC introduces deposit-limit prompts for new gambling accounts
Operators must adjust onboarding, account interfaces and deposit controls to meet the phased requirements.
South Africa’s appeal court bars bookmakers from offering online casino games
Bookmakers and provincial authorities must account for the ruling’s limits on online casino-style games and enforcement of licence conditions.
Cade holds competition seminar on Brazil’s betting market
The discussion covered competition and authorisations in Brazil’s regulated betting market, including the roles of operators and suppliers.
Jeju police dismantle alleged illegal gambling network in South Korea
The arrests and alleged betting activity signal enforcement risk for illegal gambling networks in South Korea.
Spanish Congress committee approves customer service bill with gambling amendment pending
Operators should track the pending amendment, which proposes rules on promotions, payment methods and provider registration.
Appointment
Clarion Gaming appoints Reid Holland as global portfolio director
The appointment puts one executive in charge of Clarion Gaming’s digital portfolio and its audience and commercial strategy.
Trump nominates Michael Selig to lead CFTC after withdrawing Quintenz bid
The nomination could shape CFTC leadership overseeing markets that include prediction-market contracts.
Kenya’s Finance Act 2025 shifts betting taxes to deposits and withdrawals
Operators must apply the revised wallet-flow taxes, while the change taxes deposits and withdrawals regardless of betting outcomes.
UKGC suspends Spribe licence and orders hosting to stop
The suspension affects Spribe’s ability to host gambling software in Great Britain, including its Aviator game.
FanDuel Casino appoints Lady Luck HQ as exclusive ambassador
The partnership brings content, slot promotions, responsible-gaming messaging and customer events into FanDuel Casino’s marketing.
Licence
Nevada Gaming Commission denies Dreamscape CFO John Eder a gaming licence
The denial restricts licensed casino operators from employing or doing business with Eder in Nevada.
Indiana Gaming Commission identifies Indianapolis and northeast Indiana for casino relocation
Lawmakers may use the findings to decide whether and where to permit casino relocation.
Appointment
Florida Gaming Control Commission appoints Alana Zimmer executive director
The appointment puts a new executive in charge of directing and coordinating Florida’s gaming-control activities.
Nigeria’s SEC chief cites daily betting worth $5.5 million
The SEC chief’s figures frame gambling participation against the country’s smaller capital-market investor base.
UNAD renews call for a total gambling advertising ban in Spain
A proposed advertising ban and deposit caps could affect operators’ marketing and online account controls in Spain.
Mexico Senate committee approves proposed 50% gambling tax rate
The proposed increase could raise the tax burden on betting and online casino operators in Mexico.
Oneida Nation advances Turning Stone’s $370m expansion opening to 2026
The revised opening dates affect the timing of Turning Stone’s new hotel and convention capacity in New York.