Maryland governor signs 20% tax rate for online sports betting
Online sportsbook operators in Maryland face a higher tax rate, while the law directs most sports betting tax revenue to education funding.
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Reports
UAE regulator blocks illegal gambling sites as iGaming licensing remains uncertain
Operators and suppliers cannot treat the reported blocking campaign as confirmation that UAE iGaming licences will be issued.
Kansas sports wagers rise 9% to $208.8m in April
The figure gives operators and investors a measure of Kansas sports betting activity and its online contribution.
MGCB reports Michigan online casino receipts of $248.1m in April
The figures show the scale of Michigan’s regulated online casino market and the regulator’s parallel action against alleged illegal operators.
Appointment
Queensland reappoints Bruce Barbour and Jen O’Farrell to CCC roles
The appointments place a former casino regulator member at the head of Queensland’s anti-corruption agency.
CFTC schedules May 29 call with tribal groups on prediction markets
The discussion will address tribal concerns about federal oversight of sports event contracts and its relationship to gaming authority.
South African lawmakers advance proposed remote gambling controls
The proposed bill could restrict advertising, prohibit player credit and enable self-exclusion, affecting South African operators.
MGM considers investing up to $5bn in a Bangkok integrated resort
The proposal’s progress depends on Thai legislation and site access, conditions relevant to investors and competing casino bidders.
Licence
New York gaming commission holds hearing on Caesars Times Square casino proposal
The proposal is progressing through environmental review ahead of New York’s casino licence application deadline.
BCLC opens PROLINE sportsbook lounges at British Columbia casinos
The lounges expand BCLC’s in-person sports wagering offer across British Columbia casinos.
KSA proposes coercive order against streamer over illegal casino advertising
The proposed enforcement concerns promotion of an unlicensed casino to viewers in the Dutch market.
Dutch government says proposed Nederlandse Loterij sale is not currently viable
The government’s position leaves Nederlandse Loterij under state ownership while planned gambling-policy changes are considered.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission reports casinos’ April revenue at $102.1 million
Operators can compare April slot and table-game performance across Massachusetts’ three commercial casinos.
Louisiana casinos report $174.2 million in April revenue
The figures show operators how Louisiana casino revenue changed year over year and across property types.
SharpLink Gaming prices $4.5m public offering
The proposed raise would provide SharpLink with capital for working capital and general corporate purposes.
New Jersey online casinos post $235.2m in April revenue
Online casino revenue exceeded Atlantic City’s retail revenue, highlighting a competitive shift between sectors.
New York senator backs bill to rezone Cohen casino site at Citi Field
The rezoning bill is a prerequisite for Metropolitan Park to compete for a downstate casino licence.
Queens senator backs bill to clear parkland obstacle for $8bn casino bid
The bill could determine whether the Cohen and Hard Rock proposal can enter New York’s downstate casino bidding process.
Ohio senator proposes 2% tax on sports betting handle
Operators could face a new tax calculated on betting handle as well as the existing tax on adjusted gaming revenue.
Sporttrade chief discusses prediction markets and tribal role in US gaming
Sporttrade’s request to change its regulatory status bears on how US sports event markets may be structured.
Thailand deputy finance minister defends proposed casino complexes amid grey-economy concerns
The proposed legislation could set casino-entry rules, financial controls and social safeguards for operators entering Thailand.
Endorphina secures GLI certification for Fortune Capybara in Brazil
The certification covers Endorphina’s title in Brazil’s federal market and Paraná, defining where operators may offer it.
Acquisition
Sega Sammy nears final approvals for GAN acquisition
Outstanding regulatory clearances and closing conditions still determine whether Sega Sammy acquires GAN.
Thai Senate committee and deputy prime minister call for casino referendum
A referendum call adds a potential public vote to the proposed casino legislation’s path forward.
Mato Grosso assembly schedules public hearing on state and municipal lotteries
The hearing could shape proposals for new lottery operations and local revenue in Mato Grosso.