ADM warns Napoli over Rabona link to unlicensed Italian betting platform
The case concerns an operator’s Italian authorisation and a football club’s link to its betting platform.
All news
Reports
BetMakers supplies Apollo wagering platform to The Booki Group’s PonyBet
The platform agreement supports The Booki Group’s PonyBet operations and its stated plans to add brands.
FA clears Lucas Paquetá of match-manipulation charge but upholds cooperation breach
The ruling resolves the match-manipulation allegations while leaving Paquetá liable to a fine for a separate cooperation breach.
Thai attorney says casino bill could return with broader public support
Any renewed proposal would depend on lawmakers securing broader public support before bringing the casino bill back.
LeoVegas says phased Tipico US platform rollout follows its plan
The rollout affects LeoVegas’s plan to use its proprietary sportsbook across markets outside the BetMGM joint venture.
AGCO lists registered electronic raffle suppliers and approved solutions
Charities must check supplier registration and solution-specific approval before using an electronic raffle system.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Adams vetoes New York City Council rejection of Bally’s Bronx rezoning
The veto restores a municipal land-use proposal required for Bally’s planned Bronx casino to proceed.
Dutch gambling regulator says licence renewals will face closer scrutiny
Operators seeking renewal may need documented evidence of compliance and corrective action across the areas identified.
Appointment
Clarion Gaming appoints Margaret Dunn to ICE leadership team
Dunn’s appointment adds an events executive to the team responsible for ICE.
Appointment
Alderney Gambling Control Commission appoints Richard Walker as commissioner
The appointment changes the composition of Alderney’s gambling regulator’s commission.
Licence
Hellenic Gaming Commission grants Regency Casino Online a Type 2 licence
The licence enables the joint venture to enter Greece’s regulated online casino market.
IPO
Bally’s targets August IPO to raise $250 million for Chicago project
The proposed IPO would raise capital linked to Bally’s Chicago casino development, subject to SEC approval.
VGW phases out Sweeps Coins in Mississippi from 31 July
Mississippi operators and suppliers face a changed competitive landscape as VGW withdraws its sweepstakes play in the state.
Acquisition
Apple iSports agrees to acquire LBC Enterprises for reported $125m
The proposed acquisition would add Lucky Bet’s operator and gaming platform to Apple iSports’ portfolio.
Italian Constitutional Court voids provision restricting online gambling access
The ruling removes a restriction on public venues providing internet access for online betting and gaming.
BOS asks Sweden’s gambling authority to clarify online game approvals
Clearer classifications could affect which online casino games licensed operators can offer and how quickly they can launch them.
Licence
ADM extends Italy's online gambling concessions to 12 November 2025
Operators must choose between the extension and closure requirements as Italy transitions to its new online gambling licences.
Brazilian compliance specialist reports KYC gaps at betting platforms
The reported registration and deposit gaps raise compliance risks for Brazilian operators subject to identity-verification requirements.
Appointment
GBGB appoints Sir Philip Davies as chair from 1 September
The appointments set the leadership of the UK greyhound racing body as it challenges a planned Welsh ban.
Belo Horizonte council commission seeks details on proposed sportsbook tax cut
The proposed tax change could affect betting companies considering operating in Belo Horizonte.
MGC awards nearly $22.8 million in community grants in Massachusetts
The grants fund community projects addressing costs and impacts associated with casino construction and operation.
Licence
GCGRA approves Pollard Banknote as UAE gaming supplier
The approval allows Pollard Banknote to supply products and services to regulated lottery operators in the UAE.
Caesars seeks dismissal of bettor’s $800,000 winnings lawsuit
The court’s ruling could affect how operators apply house rules to void wagers and handle disputes over winnings.
Australian trademark ruling blocks Bally’s use of its name
The trademark conflict could constrain Bally’s branding plans for its proposed investment in Star’s Australian casinos.
Brightstar plans to add iGaming and sports betting to MyLotteries Play in Italy
The planned expansion would bring lottery, iGaming and sports betting together on Brightstar’s Italian platform.