Los Angeles therapists report more young adults seeking gambling treatment as Kalshi expands
Operators and regulators face pressure to address prediction markets that draw young adults into gambling outside state licensing regimes.
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Reports
Underdog launches CFTC-licensed prediction market exchange
The launch gives Underdog customers access to prediction markets through its own exchange.
Google bars prediction market advertising in Michigan and New York
Operators offering prediction market products face advertising restrictions in two additional US states.
Italy’s tax authority expects €800m gambling revenue increase
The €800m expected increase signals higher gambling receipts for Italy’s public finances.
Hong Kong Jockey Club records HK$143.31 billion in 2025/26 wagering
The turnover figures show the scale of Hong Kong racing and the growth of commingling and simulcast activity.
Playson supplies casino games to Hollywoodbets in South Africa
The partnership gives Hollywoodbets South African customers access to six Playson titles, with further releases planned.
Licence
Rwanda approves betting and casino licences for three operators
The approvals determine which online betting and casino services the three operators may offer in Rwanda.
Kenya's GRA sets KSh50m fine risk for foreign betting operators
Offshore operators serving Kenyan residents must apply IP geo-blocking and identity controls or face penalties of up to KSh50m.
AGLC sets mandatory bingo staff social responsibility training
Bingo licensees must certify registered gaming workers within 30 days of hire under A Good Call requirements.
Source: AGLC (Alberta)
AGLC mandates Deal Us In training for casino and REC staff
Casino and racing entertainment centre operators face mandatory Deal Us In certification within 30 days of staff start dates.
Source: AGLC (Alberta)
AGLC requires Reel Facts training for VLT retail staff
Operators must certify VLT staff within 30 days and meet the 80% exam score to stay compliant.
Source: AGLC (Alberta)
Singapore investigation links local companies to GemBet payment flows
The reported payment arrangements could draw regulatory scrutiny of offshore betting access and local payment channels in Singapore.
White House teleprompter operator suspended over alleged prediction-market bets
The case tests how prediction markets and insider knowledge of political events are policed, a compliance question for operators and regulators.
NFL suspends Cardinals executive Ryan Gold over gambling allegations
Teams and suppliers should note that sharing sensitive team information and prohibited wagering led to an indefinite NFL suspension.
Pay4Fun integrates payments with Betconstruct AI in Brazil
Operators connected to Betconstruct AI gain access to payments designed for Brazil's regulated betting market.
Appointment
AVALBIN appoints David González Deltell as president
The leadership changes set the association’s representation for its next term.
Comar’s Casino Atlántico increases 2025 revenue 56% to €3.6m
The results show higher casino revenue alongside lower net profit as the business expanded.
Catalonia assigns tax authority gaming unit 2027 budget tax-benefit review
The review will provide operators and regulators with an assessment of the fiscal cost of tax benefits affecting the sector.
UK and Netherlands plan joint measures against illegal gambling crime
Operators and suppliers face possible new cross-border enforcement coordination, but the report names no authorities, measures or timetable.
Argentina blocks 537 illegal betting websites
Regulators should note Argentina blocked 537 illegal betting websites targeting unauthorised online gambling.
ANJ orders Polymarket blocked in France over unauthorised betting offer
The order highlights regulatory action against unauthorised prediction-market gambling, while continued access remains a concern.
PAGCOR separation of regulatory and casino roles may reach president in August
A formal split would separate PAGCOR's oversight of Philippine operators from its own casino interests, reshaping licensing and supervision.
Betano executive supports continued betting advertising in Brazil
Operators should note Betano's institutional relations director backed continued Brazilian sports betting advertising and federal regulation.
GemBet reportedly routes Singapore World Cup betting payments through local firms
The reported payment arrangements may draw regulatory attention to the use of local companies for offshore betting transactions.
New Jersey online casinos report $271m in June revenue
The figures show online casinos generated more revenue and tax than Atlantic City's land-based properties in June.