Gambling Commission invites operators to identify regulatory burdens
Licensed operators can identify burdens affecting their businesses for the Commission's 2026-2027 plan.
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FIGC and Abodi discuss betting rules and football reforms in Italy
Continued talks could reshape betting rules, sports-data rights and potential funding flows to Italian football.
Nevada Gaming Control Board reports extradition of casino fraud suspect
Nevada casinos face a case involving alleged fraud and conspiracy, while the suspect remains subject to court proceedings.
UK Gambling Commission invites evidence on regulatory burdens
Operators and suppliers can submit evidence on compliance requirements for the Commission to consider before responding.
HGC outlines professional certification priorities for its staff and systems
The stated standards and staff qualifications relate to the commission’s oversight of online and technology-based gaming.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
Fine
UKGC fines Stakelogic £122,835 over slot spin speeds
The case sets out compliance risks for suppliers testing online slots against UK product-design rules.
BGC warns UK consumers may move to illegal gambling operators
The forecast highlights potential growth in illegal betting stakes, where consumers lose protections available in the regulated market.
UK Gambling Commission publishes research on gambling’s effects on others
The findings may inform operators’ and regulators’ understanding of harms affecting people beyond the person who gambles.
BGC warns UK policymakers of illegal gambling market risks
The projected growth in illegal-market wagers could increase exposure to operators outside UK regulatory protections.
Italian bill proposes 2% sports betting levy to fund football clubs
The proposed levy would redirect betting turnover revenue to football clubs; Equita says concessionaires’ direct costs would not rise.
Nevada Gaming Control Board extradites Shaun Benward to face gaming charges
The case concerns alleged casino fraud and enforcement across state lines, affecting gaming operators’ security and compliance risks.
Departure
Saratoga says Happy Valley Casino chief executive's departure was planned
The casino’s management transition remains subject to regulator approval, while its first full-month revenue provides an early operating figure.
HGC describes technical certification checks for gaming machines
Gaming-machine suppliers and operators can use the stated checks to understand the scope of HGC certification.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
Licence
HGC sets out licensing rules for amusement gaming machines in Greece
Operators seeking to run gaming machines must meet HGC licensing requirements and eligibility rules.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
Maybank sees Philippine casinos under pressure in second half of 2026
The outlook signals continued cost and demand pressure for Philippine land-based casino operators.
AGCO permits live-streamed charity media bingo in Ontario
Eligible charities can use web livestreams while retaining existing sales and winner-verification requirements.
Italy’s Constitutional Court hears challenge to €50,000 gambling-advertising penalty floor
The decision could clarify the minimum penalties applicable to gambling-advertising violations.
Fine
MGC fines MGM Springfield $25,000 over college baseball bets
The fine reinforces Massachusetts restrictions on wagering on college teams outside national tournaments.
Italian senator proposes 2% levy on football betting turnover for FIGC
If enacted, the contribution would change concessionaires’ payment obligations and the tax treatment of football betting.
Iowa and Indiana sweepstakes casino restrictions take effect on 1 July
Operators must assess access in both states before the new restrictions take effect.
AGCO permits eligible charities to stream media bingo live in Ontario
Eligible charities can use website streaming for media bingo while retaining the existing event requirements.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO terms require media bingo licensees to appoint two active members
Charities operating media bingo must assign at least two eligible members to oversee compliance and financial controls.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO permits livestream broadcasts for eligible charitable media bingo
Eligible charities can use livestreams for media bingo while retaining existing card-sale and win-claim requirements.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO sets terms for media bingo licences in Ontario
The terms specify staffing, oversight and compliance duties for organisations conducting licensed media bingo.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
MGA sets out risk-based regulation priorities ahead of London summit
The MGA’s emphasis on risk, data, technology and early action signals its preferred regulatory and AML approaches.