Brazilian lawmakers schedule hearing on betting payments to athletes
The hearing will address implementation of statutory revenue-sharing payments affecting betting operators and sports bodies.
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Reports
ADM ends remote gambling collection for six concessions from 18 September
Operators holding the affected concessions must stop remote gambling collection from 18 September 2025.
Appointment
African iGaming Alliance appoints Peter Kesitilwe as its first CEO
The appointment gives the alliance its first chief executive as it seeks collaboration among African industry and public-sector stakeholders.
MIXI Australia takes 51.86% voting control of PointsBet
MIXI Australia’s majority holding changes control of PointsBet while a competing bid and related shareholder decisions remain in play.
Departure
Camilla Rosenberg leaves Spelinspektionen on 31 October
The departure creates a leadership transition at Sweden’s gambling regulator.
Rush Street Interactive appoints Shubham Tyagi as CTO
The appointments affect two operators’ leadership, while the distribution agreement expands Gaming Corps’ route to market.
Sicilian court refers Italy’s two-tier betting licensing system to EU court
The ruling could affect whether betting operators must meet both Italian licensing requirements.
FENAPF alleges players are unpaid for image rights used by betting sites
The allegation concerns betting companies’ legal obligations to compensate footballers for image use in Brazil.
Licence
Thor Equities proposes $100 minimum investment for Coney Island casino bid
The proposal sets a community investment threshold while the casino application remains under review.
India GST Council raises tax on gambling services to 40% from 22 September
The higher rate adds a tax change for gambling businesses already affected by the nationwide prohibition on real-money online games.
Results
OPAP reports €1.15bn gross gaming revenue for H1 2025
OPAP’s revenue growth was supported in part by online casino growth, offering investors insight into first-half performance.
Chile Senate committee advances online gambling bill with licensing plan
Operators may face licensing, certification and responsible-gambling requirements if the bill advances into law.
Sweden gambling revenue reaches SEK7.02bn in Q2 as Spelinspektionen chief plans exit
The figures track Sweden’s gambling market, while the planned leadership change concerns the regulator overseeing it.
Fine
Brazil sports court suspends Flamengo player for 12 games and fines him BRL60,000
The appeal and possible extension to Fifa registration could affect the player’s availability beyond domestic competition.
Maryland casinos generate $170.3m in August gaming revenue
The results show operators the state market’s latest revenue trend and contribution levels.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Parq Casino Vancouver seeks approval to raise slot limit to 900
The application could change the casino’s permitted slot capacity, subject to city review and council consideration.
Action Network launches Playbook betting bot for sportsbook slips
The tool creates a route from social betting content to sportsbook apps for the named operators.
Yokohama court orders seizure of Tokyo apartment linked to casino funds
Operators and investors face enforcement risk when authorities suspect property was bought with criminal proceeds linked to gambling platforms.
Federal judge vacates Koi Nation land-trust approval for California casino
The ruling halts the current federal approval path for the Koi Nation’s proposed California casino while the department reassesses it.
India’s GST Council approves 40% gaming tax rate from 22 September
The higher rate changes the tax burden across India’s betting, casino, lottery and online money gaming sectors.
Slovakia’s gambling authority launches helpline for excluded-persons register
The helpline gives excluded people and prospective applicants a channel to clarify register status and procedures.
Source: ÚRHH (Slovakia)
Chile Senate committee advances online gambling bill
Operators considering Chile would face a proposed licensing regime, certification requirements and responsible-gambling obligations if the bill becomes law.
UK prime minister considers stronger council powers over gambling venues
Possible changes could give councils greater influence over gambling venue planning applications.
Appointment
Kambi appoints Michelle Unsworth as chief people officer
The appointment adds an executive responsible for Kambi’s global workforce strategy and people functions.
CFTC commissioner warns of oversight gaps in prediction markets
Her warning underscores regulatory uncertainty for firms offering sports-related prediction products to US customers.