Campaign for Fairer Gambling reports US online gambling loss disparities
The findings bear on state enforcement priorities and the competitive conditions facing licensed operators.
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Appointment
The Innovation Group appoints Brian Wyman as president and CEO
The appointment changes leadership at an advisory firm serving gaming and sports-betting operators.
Appointment
LeoVegas appoints Mattias Wedar as CEO, replacing Gustaf Hagman
The leadership change places a former deputy CEO in charge of LeoVegas after Hagman's 14-year tenure.
Michigan regulator targets five unlicensed gambling websites
The Michigan notices warn unlicensed sites to stop gambling activity in the state.
AGCO updates Ontario Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing rules
Racetracks, trainers and owners must follow revised welfare requirements on the specified effective dates.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
São Paulo assembly approves bill for gambling-harm treatment programme
If enacted, the proposal would create state-funded treatment and prevention measures relevant to gambling operators in São Paulo.
Araranguá council approves proposal for municipal lottery
If enacted, the proposal would create a municipal lottery and earmark its remaining revenue for autism services.
Illinois casinos report $176.5m in May adjusted gross receipts
The figures show how two new casino openings contributed to Illinois market growth in May.
Indiana casinos report $219.5m in May adjusted receipts, up 4%
The figures show monthly revenue performance across Indiana’s regulated casino market and its main gaming categories.
New Jersey approves $15.7 million payment to Atlantic County
The settlement changes how Atlantic County receives property tax revenue linked to casino iGaming and online sports betting.
Licence
New York City Council advances Bally’s Bronx casino proposal
The vote clears a municipal step needed for the state legislature to consider rezoning the proposed casino site.
Appointment
WHP appoints Kate McCormick as UAE corporate services CEO
The appointment places an executive with gaming and compliance experience in charge of WHP’s UAE operations.
Gibraltar Court of Appeal rejects former Mansion CEO’s challenges
The ruling upholds Mansion’s judgment on the WWML claim, while other parts of the dispute remain ongoing.
H2 report warns African governments could lose $11bn in gambling tax revenue
The estimates frame the potential fiscal and market consequences of online gambling regulation for African governments and operators.
PGHNWV and CHESS Health launch gambling recovery app in West Virginia
The partnership adds digital recovery and support services for people affected by gambling in West Virginia.
Departure
Kirk Hendrick steps down as Nevada Gaming Control Board chair
The leadership transition matters to stakeholders tracking continuity at Nevada’s gaming regulator.
Bulgaria proposes online gambling time and loss limits
Operators would need to implement age-based session controls, loss limits and exclusion procedures if the proposals are adopted.
Swedish government proposes wider ban on gambling with credit
The proposal could require Swedish operators and agents to restrict credit-funded bets and block credit-card gambling payments.
Swedish finance ministry proposes wider ban on gambling with credit
Operators in Sweden could face new restrictions on credit-funded bets and credit-card payments if the bill passes.
Nevada Gaming Control Board recommends Wynn COO Brian Gullbrants for suitability approval
The recommendation is a step in the Nevada suitability process for a senior Wynn executive.
Brazilian Senate betting inquiry rejects final report by four votes to three
The rejection leaves the inquiry’s proposed indictments and betting-law proposals without committee approval.
Fine
Nevada Gaming Control Board fines Ricardo Castillo $100,000 and bars him for 15 years
The sanction removes Castillo from Nevada racing and signals enforcement over drug violations affecting race integrity.
NSW Auditor-General flags gaming-machine harm targets and oversight gaps
The recommendations could lead to closer licence-condition reviews and changes to machine forfeiture rules for NSW venues.
Acquisition
Lottery.com agrees to acquire 90% of Dubai-based Nook Holdings for about $2.5m
The proposed acquisition would give Lottery.com control of a Dubai sports and wellness incubator for its planned regional operations.
CFTC chair nominee Quintenz signals support for broader event-contract markets
Quintenz’s views may shape future federal-state debates over sports event contracts and tribal participation.