Appointment
African iGaming Alliance appoints Peter Emolemo as chief executive
The appointment puts a new chief executive at the head of a trade body representing regulated African gaming operators.
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Wynn plans crypto payments at its UAE casino resort, pending approval
Crypto payments at the resort depend on regulatory approval, making the application relevant to operators and regulators.
Departure
Rank Group chairman Alex Thursby plans to step down in October
The transition sets interim leadership arrangements while Rank searches for a permanent chair.
German gambling association warns of illegal-market growth and enforcement gaps
Warnings about illegal gambling and limited enforcement may prompt German authorities to reconsider criminal procedure and enforcement priorities.
Truckee Gaming plans Poker Palace renovation and 2026 reopening
The planned acquisition and closure affect casino operations, staff and the approvals needed before the venue can reopen.
Appointment
Rank Group chair Alex Thursby plans to leave at October AGM
The change will alter Rank’s board leadership as the company searches for a permanent chair.
EGBA urges national delegates to approve European gambling harm standard
Approval could give operators a shared voluntary framework for identifying potentially risky online gambling behaviour.
Departure
IBJR appoints André Gelfi interim president after Fernando Vieira leaves
The leadership change affects an industry association representing companies in Brazil’s regulated online gaming market.
Bolivia’s AJ opens sanction proceedings against five illegal virtual bingo operators
The proceedings expose organisers to sanctions and reinforce enforcement against unlicensed online bingo in Bolivia.
MC Games and EBAC partner on player support in Brazil
The partnership adds player-support and risk-identification measures to MC Games’ Brazilian betting platform.
EGBA seeks approval for European online gambling harm-marker standard
Operators could face a shared voluntary framework for identifying potentially harmful gambling behaviour across markets.
India bans real-money online gaming under 2025 bill
Operators face criminal penalties and restrictions on payment processing, while A23’s challenge could test the law’s application.
Robinhood sues Massachusetts over state authority on Kalshi prediction markets
The cases could determine whether Massachusetts can apply its gambling laws to sports prediction markets offered through Robinhood and Kalshi.
KSA seeks €840,000 from CSGOfast parent Gamusoft
The collection decision shows the financial consequences for operators that continue unlicensed gambling after a regulatory order.
Betsson executive urges clearer responsible-gambling advertising rules in Italy
The guidance and enforcement approach could affect how licensed operators advertise and how authorities address illegal gambling sites.
Appointment
European Lotteries elects Brightstar executive to executive committee
The appointment gives Brightstar Lottery representation on the executive committee of a European lottery association with members in 39 countries.
Japan seeks overseas regulators’ help against illegal gambling operators
Cooperation could affect offshore operators that promote gambling services to customers in Japan.
Acadi councillor urges regulator to reconsider gambling limits and venue rules
Kessler’s comments concern potential changes to safeguards and regulatory requirements for gaming-machine operators.
Appointment
Underdog appoints Rishi Garg and Kimberly Pointer Corbett to executive roles
The appointments add finance and marketing leaders to a sports betting and daily fantasy sports operator.
UKGC agrees £360,000 settlement with Lottomart operator
The findings give other remote operators specific control failures to consider in their compliance practices.
EGP Fipe-Confcommercio president urges Italy to act on illegal gambling
Gaming-machine operators face uncertainty while Cangianelli says legal provision is losing ground to unlicensed gambling.
Araxá council approves bill to allow tourist casinos in hotels
Operators would need federal legislation and licensing before opening casinos under the proposed municipal framework.
Viña del Mar mayor seeks continued operation of Enjoy casino
The proposed transition affects the casino’s more than 600 employees and the continuity of its operations.
Licence
New York casino committees can vote on MGM and Metropolitan Park bids by 30 September
The committee votes will determine whether the two proposals remain eligible for consideration for one of three New York casino licences.
MNB and SZTFH formalise cooperation on gambling supervision in Hungary
The agreement formalises information-sharing and joint work on online gambling compliance between Hungary's two authorities.
Source: SZTFH (Hungary)