DCMS minister backs gambling-sector growth alongside consumer protections
The proposed levy governance will shape how funding is distributed and overseen across the UK’s gambling-harm response.
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Reports
Ontario judge rules GotSkill? machines remain games of chance and skill
The ruling supports the AGCO’s position that GotSkill? machines cannot operate at licensed Ontario establishments.
KSA sets new Dutch gambling licence rules for 2026
Applicants must prepare exit plans, and renewal applicants must demonstrate anti-money-laundering and duty-of-care compliance.
DOJ urges Supreme Court to reject Maverick Gaming’s Washington challenge
The case could shape whether Maverick can challenge federal approvals of tribal gaming compacts.
Appointment
iGaming Ontario appoints Joseph Hillier as president and CEO
The appointment places a new chief executive at the body overseeing Ontario’s regulated online gambling market.
Brazilian deputies approve sports lottery funding for education awards
If enacted, the bill would redirect one sports lottery draw’s net proceeds to education awards.
Appointment
Bragg Gaming appoints Matej Filipančič global sales director
The appointment gives Bragg a named leader for sales across its gaming technology and content businesses.
CAP applies common gambling advertising rules to UK and overseas operators
Operators targeting UK consumers must apply the same advertising standards regardless of where they are based.
Licence
Kansspelautoriteit adopts online gambling licence rules requiring exit plans
Dutch applicants must submit exit plans and address reliability, anti-money-laundering and duty-of-care requirements.
William Hill to operate Virgin Hotels Las Vegas sportsbook pending approvals
Operators must await Nevada regulatory approval before the sportsbook transition can proceed.
Departure
Codere Online seeks CFO as Oscar Iglesias plans year-end departure
The departure creates a CFO vacancy while Iglesias is due to remain involved through the board.
Appointment
FanDuel appoints Keith Whyte as responsible gaming strategic adviser
The appointment brings an external responsible-gambling specialist into FanDuel’s advisory work.
AGCO approves eight Mohawk Park race dates for November and December
The approval replaces seven scheduled race dates with eight Sundays at Mohawk Park in Ontario.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Licence
High Roller plans Ontario launch in Q4 2025 pending approvals
The planned launch depends on regulatory approvals, while the company has also signalled interest in Alberta.
Dutch court rejects TSG challenge to judges in PokerStars losses case
The ruling leaves the player’s claim against PokerStars’ operator to proceed before the same judges.
IFHA report says over-regulation may drive Asian bettors to illegal markets
The report’s proposals could shape how regulators and operators design rules and controls for different gambling products.
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas appoints William Hill to run sportsbook
The change names the sportsbook operator and sets out planned changes to the resort’s retail betting facilities.
KSA orders Optdeck to pay €75,000 weekly for repeat betting violations
The conditional order exposes Optdeck to weekly payments if it again offers prohibited bets in the Netherlands.
Brazil Supreme Court resumes review of lottery rules in ADI 7640
The ruling could affect whether lottery operators can operate across state boundaries and advertise in other states.
Nevada gaming revenue rises 4% to $1.36bn in July
The reported revenue increase gives operators and investors a snapshot of Nevada’s gaming market.
India’s online gaming law bans paid games, AIGF warns of wider effects
Operators and developers face uncertainty over how the ban and forthcoming rules will apply to paid and free-to-play gaming.
Series C
Kalshi raises $185m in Series C at $2bn valuation
The reported financing and acquisition plans indicate capital and market-entry activity among prediction-market companies.
Appointment
SiGMA Group appoints Lucy Vivi to lead Africa government relations
The appointment gives SiGMA Group a lead for government and stakeholder engagement across Africa.
Thailand casino bill prospects depend on Pheu Thai coalition, legal expert says
The bill’s progress could affect whether operators can pursue casino opportunities in Thailand.
Licence
Belgian Gaming Commission requires training for D-licence applicants
Applicants and employers must account for compulsory training that could affect eligibility to work in gambling venues.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)