UK Treasury considers gambling tax rise to raise public revenue
A potential duty increase could change tax costs for UK betting and gambling operators.
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Lawyer Ripamonti criticises limits on public computers for online gambling in Italy
Ripamonti’s comments concern the practical scope of restrictions on public access to online gambling and the safeguards he says apply to licensed sites.
PAGCOR orders gambling advertisers to remove public ads by 15 August
Operators and suppliers must remove covered public advertising by the deadline and provide PAGCOR with details of existing ads.
DraftKings reportedly considers buying prediction market Railbird
A purchase could give DraftKings an established prediction-market platform, although the potential deal remains unconfirmed.
Appointment
Xace appoints Megan Easey as chief executive
The appointment changes the leadership of a banking provider serving iGaming businesses.
Acquisition
Flutter agrees to acquire Boyd's remaining 5% FanDuel stake for $1.755bn
The proposed deal would give Flutter full ownership of FanDuel and extend its commercial arrangement with Boyd through 2038.
Indiana casinos report $192.8m in June adjusted gross revenue
The year-on-year decline and property-level results provide operators with a measure of Indiana casino performance.
KSA orders ZEbetting and Betca to stop prohibited tennis betting
The order requires the operators to remove a tennis betting market prohibited under Dutch regulations.
Brazilian Chamber committee approves Timemania fund-distribution bill
The proposed formula would determine how Timemania proceeds are allocated among participating football clubs.
Maverick Games appoints GeoLocs as Ontario geolocation provider
The agreement gives Maverick Games geolocation services for compliance in Ontario and other regulated markets.
Maryland Lottery and Gaming commission holds 15 July meeting
The agenda covers gaming approvals and a pending procurement relevant to Maryland suppliers and operators.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Macau Legend plans 10-for-one share consolidation and considers fundraising
The consolidation and possible fundraising could affect Macau Legend shareholders as the company addresses its stated financial needs.
Acquisition
Iris Capital agrees to acquire The Reef Hotel Casino for AU$177m
The proposed acquisition would change ownership of a casino in North Queensland if completed.
ANJ approves FDJ United’s 2026 gaming programme with conditions
FDJ United must adapt its 2026 games portfolio and promotions to comply with the approval conditions.
Appointment
Esportes Gaming Brasil appoints Rita Cunha as chief growth officer
The appointment puts growth and customer strategy under a new senior executive at the betting group.
DraftKings reportedly discusses possible Railbird acquisition in US
A potential acquisition could bring a prediction-market operator into DraftKings’ business, but no deal has been confirmed.
Philippine resort operators reaffirm online gaming compliance under PAGCOR
The operators’ stated compliance measures bear on oversight of domestic online gaming as lawmakers discuss tighter controls and possible bans.
Brazil finance ministry discusses national betting system with 13 states and Federal District
The discussions could shape shared standards for betting authorisations, oversight and player protection across Brazil.
Results
Rank raises full-year profit guidance to at least £63m
Rank's forecast and planned licence applications indicate potential changes to its casino operations in England and Wales.
UK Gambling Commission reports £15.6bn Great Britain GGY
The regulator's figures give operators and investors a breakdown of gambling revenue across remote and land-based sectors.
Caixa updates lottery manual and revises betting prices in Brazil
Lottery operators and players must follow revised ticket quantities and prices under the updated manual.
Appointment
Yolo Group appoints Lara Falzon as chief executive of its B2B brands
Falzon’s appointment gives Yolo Group’s B2B brands a new executive leader.
Appointment
High Roller appoints Sara Nunes to lead its Finland operations
Nunes will lead High Roller’s commercial activity in Finland as the company pursues regulated-market expansion.
ANJ approves FDJ United’s 2026 betting and lottery programme
The approval sets the regulatory status of FDJ United’s betting and lottery programme for 2026.
PAGCOR orders removal of gambling billboards in the Philippines
Licensees and suppliers must remove covered gambling advertising by 15 August and obtain prior approval for permitted campaigns.