Italy's Council of State maintains EU court referral on bingo concessions
The referral leaves questions over bingo-concession extensions and access to public tenders unresolved.
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Italy’s Senate committee begins review of tax delegation bill affecting gambling rules
The bill could change the principles guiding future gambling limits and sanctions across Italy’s gambling sector.
Appointment
GAMSTOP appoints Chris Pond as chair amid record registrations
Rising registrations highlight growing use of GAMSTOP as the platform appoints a new chair.
Allwyn agrees to sell Reef Casino Trust stake and buy remaining Stoiximan shares
The Reef sale awaits regulatory approval, while the Stoiximan acquisition awaits Cypriot approval.
European Commission approves DSA access framework for platform data researchers
The framework could enable research into how illegal gambling offers gain visibility through platform algorithms and advertising.
Philippine law firm urges central bank to strengthen online gambling payment rules
Stronger payment safeguards could change the controls required of online gambling payment providers in the Philippines.
Appointment
Altenar appoints Brendon Jeacocks as South Africa regional director
The appointment gives Altenar a named local lead as it supplies sportsbook technology in South Africa.
Balneário Camboriú council approves municipal lottery service
The bill would allow the municipality to operate or delegate lottery services within its boundaries.
Isle of Man commission bars Boldwood owner from regulated gambling sector
The order bars Boldwood’s owner from participating in the Isle of Man regulated gambling sector unless the commission changes or revokes it.
Las Vegas casinos restrict poker chip redemption to their own properties
Operators must account for poker chips being redeemable only within their own properties or, in some cases, their own chains.
Japan’s National Police Agency targets online casino promotions
Police orders and potential prosecution could expose online casino promoters and operators to legal consequences in Japan.
Ferraro urges Argentina’s Senate to advance gambling reform bill
The proposed advertising ban and operator approval system could change compliance requirements for gambling platforms in Argentina.
Mississippi casinos report $197.6m in June revenue, down 2.2%
The approvals create a path for two east Biloxi casino projects, subject to developers proving they have financial backing.
Rio de Janeiro Public Defender sues 43 betting companies, seeks R$300m
The requested orders could require betting platforms to change advertising and add consumer-protection tools.
Licence
GCGRA approves Light & Wonder as UAE gaming vendor
The approval allows Light & Wonder to supply products and online content to licensed operators in the UAE.
Licence
GCGRA grants Light & Wonder gaming-related vendor licence in UAE
The licence permits Light & Wonder to offer specified land-based and online gaming products to UAE operators.
AGCO revokes GTA lottery retailer registrations over unauthorised machines
The revocations affect retailers using gambling machines that the AGCO says are unauthorised in those venues.
Philippine lawyer urges stronger safeguards in gambling payments draft
The consultation could shape payment restrictions and safeguards for online gambling users in the Philippines.
Brazil’s SPA and banks discuss tighter online betting rules
Any restrictions on Pix could change how Brazilian customers fund betting accounts.
Gatchalian urges enforcement against lenders exploiting gambling addicts in the Philippines
Stronger enforcement could affect online lenders serving people who use loans to fund gambling.
Macau keeps 2026 junket licence cap at 50
The unchanged cap and operator-specific limits define the scale of junket partnerships permitted in Macau.
Acquisition
OPAP agrees to acquire Stoiximan’s remaining 15.51% stake
The proposed transaction would give Allwyn full ownership of Stoiximan’s betting and gaming operations in Greece and Cyprus.
Appointment
1XBET appoints Simon Westbury as strategic advisor
Westbury will advise 1XBET on its international strategy and plans for entering new markets.
India’s Enforcement Directorate questions Google and Meta over illegal gambling ads
The investigation could expose Google and Meta to financial sanctions or operational restrictions in India.
ASA upholds complaints over LEBOM gambling and alcohol advertisements
The ruling requires LEBOM to change the advertisements and avoid similar conduct in future campaigns.