Italy’s agriculture ministry prioritises reform and support for horse-racing sector
The ministry’s stated priorities may shape planning and support for Italy’s horse-racing sector.
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Reports
Kenya enacts virtual asset law with rules affecting online betting
Betting operators using crypto for deposits or payouts face additional compliance obligations under the law.
EUROMAT challenges Croatian gambling rules before European Commission
The Commission’s assessment could shape implementation of Croatia’s advertising, venue, identification and self-exclusion rules.
Wisconsin lawmakers propose tribal framework for statewide mobile sports betting
Tribal operators could gain a route to statewide mobile wagering if the proposal advances and required approvals follow.
Conajzar launches municipal gambling-law training plan in Paraguay
The programme is intended to help municipalities align local gambling rules and licensing procedures with national reforms.
Virginia lawmakers revisit proposal for statewide gaming commission
A new commission could shift oversight of Virginia gambling from the state lottery to a dedicated authority.
Rhode Island investigates offshore sportsbooks as it reviews market competition
Enforcement and possible changes to the exclusive sports betting arrangement could affect market access for operators.
Spain notifies revised online gambling deposit-limit proposal to EU TRIS
Operators would face higher proposed guarantees and a shorter period to prepare systems and compliance processes.
Licence
KSA plans separate licences for skill-based gaming machines in the Netherlands
Operators offering only skill-based machines could apply through a separate licence with a shorter review process.
Departure
Evoke appoints Mark Summerfield as chair after Jon Mendelsohn steps down
The board changes place Summerfield in the chair role and de Kerckhove in the permanent deputy chair role.
Wisconsin lawmakers propose bill to legalise online sports betting
If enacted, the proposal would change Wisconsin’s current in-person-only tribal sports betting market to permit online wagering.
Licence
KSA creates separate Dutch licence for skill-machine operators
Operators limited to skill machines can apply for a licence distinct from those covering other gaming machines.
Wisconsin lawmakers propose legalising statewide online sports betting
Operators would need tribal-land servers and federal approval under the proposed route to statewide online wagering.
LeoVegas executive warns excessive rules may push players to illegal gambling
Operators may face rules that Brincat says could make illegal gambling more appealing to players.
Virginia Lottery plans stronger action against unregulated online gambling
The lottery’s enforcement limits and Virginia’s planned 2026 debate affect how operators may face oversight of online gambling.
Licence
Virginia Lottery Board reviews Boyd and Pamunkey casino licence application
The board's decision will determine whether the Norfolk project can proceed under its casino approval window.
Departure
Evoke appoints Mark Summerfield chair as Jonathan Mendelsohn leaves board
The appointments establish Evoke’s board leadership as the previous chair and director steps down.
Nevada court grants Aristocrat discovery of Light & Wonder game maths
The discovery ruling gives Aristocrat access to evidence central to its trade-secret claims against Light & Wonder.
InPlay plans sports-linked securities marketplace pending SEC approval
The proposed approvals will determine whether InPlay can launch its sports-linked securities marketplace.
Licence
Botswana Gambling Authority lists six active licensed betting operators
The list identifies which betting operators the authority says are currently licensed to serve Botswana.
TAR Lazio upholds Rome casino licence suspension over operating-hour breaches
The ruling confirms that repeated breaches of local gaming-machine hours can support suspension of a public-security licence.
Licence
GCGRA approves Sportradar vendor licence in the UAE
The approval enables Sportradar to provide services within the UAE’s commercial gaming framework.
ADM requires Lotto retailers to meet tax and contribution obligations throughout concessions
Lotto concession applicants and holders face eligibility checks and continuing compliance monitoring by ADM.
EU court upholds Valencia gambling-hall restrictions
Valencia’s restrictions remain in place, but the national court must assess their proportionality and consistent application.
Appointment
DraftKings appoints Christian H. A. Bogstrand as iGaming general manager
The appointment puts Bogstrand in charge of DraftKings’ online casino operations and strategy.