Spain's Supreme Court admits appeal over Valencia's 30-metre bar rule
The ruling could affect how Valencia's distance rule applies to hospitality venues and gaming-machine operators.
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Jdigital urges operators to submit proposals for Spain's safe-gambling programme
Operators can shape Spain’s safe-gambling programme by submitting proposals before the stated deadline.
Eight European gambling groups call for coordinated action against unregulated operators
The groups are pressing for regulatory approaches they say can protect consumers while limiting migration to unregulated operators.
AGCO removes approval requirement for casino and lottery RG training
Casino and lottery operators can design and update training without seeking registrar approval, while retaining specified training requirements.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO removes approval requirement for responsible-gambling training in Ontario
Casino and lottery operators can design training without registrar approval but must continue meeting the stated training requirements.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Oss keeps one permit for amusement arcade gambling
The decision limits operators to one amusement arcade permit in Oss and sets the basis for assessing future applications.
US Senate Republicans block reversal of gambling-loss tax change
The blocked bill leaves the reduced deduction for gambling losses set to apply from 2026.
Novomatic outlines pending Ainsworth acquisition to Nevada gaming board
The proposed acquisition remains subject to regulatory clearance and minority shareholder approval, affecting the companies' ownership and US operations.
Illinois casinos report $159.1m in June receipts, up 15.1% year on year
The figures show how recent casino openings contributed to Illinois operators’ June market receipts.
bet365 partners with Indiana Fever for 2025 WNBA season
bet365 gains sportsbook exposure across the Indiana Fever’s broadcast, social media and app channels.
Licence
ADM advances 46 operators in Italy’s €7m online gambling tender
Applicants face a €7m upfront cost and new operating conditions to compete for Italy’s online concessions.
Licence
New York officials appoint committees to review eight casino applications
Committee approval is a required step before casino applications can reach the state board for final consideration.
bet365 becomes Indiana Fever’s official sportsbook partner for 2025
The partnership gives bet365 exposure across the Fever’s radio, social media, app and game-day activities.
ASA rejects complaint over Buzz Bingo Facebook advert
The ruling clarifies how the ASA assessed the advert’s potential appeal to children.
Licence
GRAI publishes application guidelines ahead of Ireland licensing window
Operators and suppliers can use the guidance to prepare applications before the expected licensing window opens.
Aviatrix partners with Rei do Pitaco in Brazil
The launch adds Aviatrix to Rei do Pitaco’s gaming offer in Brazil.
Meta requires approval and documentation for gambling ads on Facebook and Instagram
Operators and affiliates targeting users in these markets must secure Meta approval and document that real-money gambling is lawful where advertised.
Schiedam council approves motion to ban gambling advertising in public spaces
The motion signals that gambling operators and lottery providers may face restrictions on public-space advertising in Schiedam.
Australian court rejects Aristocrat request to question class action plaintiffs
The ruling limits Aristocrat’s proposed evidence-gathering approach in a class action concerning its social casino games.
Super Group plans to exit US iGaming market
The planned US exit changes Super Group’s market footprint, while its updated guidance concerns ex-US performance.
Macau Assembly approves 5% cut to 2025 gaming tax forecast
The lower projections change the expected scale of Macau’s gaming-tax receipts for 2025.
Appointment
Hexopay appoints four directors ahead of CEO search
The board changes and planned CEO appointment affect leadership continuity at a payments provider serving iGaming clients.
Appointment
ANJ appoints Pauline Hot as director general in France
The appointment changes the leadership of France’s gambling regulator.
Napoli names Bet365 Scores official infotainment partner
The agreement gives Bet365 Scores a partnership with a named Italian football club despite restrictions on betting-related sports advertising.
Nolimit City launches games with SkillOnNet brands in Brazil
The launch adds a named supplier to two SkillOnNet brands in Brazil’s regulated online casino market.