KSA chair proposes automatic Cruks inclusion for people under protective orders
The proposal could extend gambling exclusion to people under financial or legal protection orders in the Netherlands.
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Bulgaria proposes €6,000 annual charge and 10% levy on gambling affiliates
The proposed charges would add licensing and tax obligations for affiliates working with licensed betting companies.
Piemonte coalition divides over possible changes to gambling law
The debate could affect rules for gambling venues and the treatment of operators’ existing investments in Piemonte.
Licence
New Zealand government opens expressions of interest for 15 online gambling licences
Operators seeking access to New Zealand’s online gambling market can register interest in the planned licences.
ADI Predictstreet secures approval to expand prediction markets beyond football
The expansion gives partners and traders access to prediction markets across more event categories, subject to the company’s rollout plans.
Ohio casinos report $95.7m in May gaming revenue, up 4% year on year
The revenue figure gives operators and investors an update on Ohio’s land-based casino market.
Licence
New Zealand DIA opens first stage for 15 online casino licences
Operators must meet the first-stage requirements by the stated deadline to qualify for the licence auction.
Lega denies discussing changes to Piedmont gambling law
The party’s position indicates whether a proposed change to Piedmont’s gambling rules has majority backing.
Ohio representatives propose banning online sports betting
If enacted, the proposal would require operators to stop online sports betting in Ohio and change permitted wagering practices.
Brazil iGaming public revenue rises 86% year on year, Federal Revenue Service reports
Higher public revenue from licensed betting raises the fiscal stakes for Brazil's policymakers as they weigh enforcement against illegal sites.
Brazil’s Supreme Court schedules gambling criminalisation case for 5 August
The court’s ruling could determine the status of the national prohibition and affect gambling-related cases awaiting resolution.
Australia government stands by gambling advertising reforms amid backbench criticism
Operators and suppliers face proposed advertising restrictions from January 2027 if the bill proceeds, with backbench dissent signalling political risk.
KSA chief proposes linking Dutch support register to Cruks
Automatic registration would expand Cruks access restrictions to people under legal protection or financial administration.
Brazil’s SPA restricts betting access for debt-programme beneficiaries
Operators must update account checks, suspend affected accounts and return funds under the new requirements.
Kenya’s GRA sets licensing and advertising rules for gambling operators
Operators entering or serving Kenya must meet new licensing, capital, advertising and security requirements.
Uganda regulator confirms Ithuba ceases national lottery operations
The cessation changes the operator status of Uganda’s national lottery and places the transition under regulatory oversight.
KSA updates guidance on player affordability checks in the Netherlands
Operators must base affordability assessments on stable income, not savings, under the revised guidance.
Forum of Family Associations presents eight gambling policy proposals to Italy’s Chamber president
The proposals could affect gambling supply, advertising and sponsorship rules if lawmakers take them forward.
ONJN says Romania audit findings are resolved or being addressed
Operators should review reporting and unpaid sums as ONJN checks activity and pursues audit findings.
Appointment
Christian Hochgrebe assumes rotating GGL board chairmanship
Operators should note Christian Hochgrebe now chairs the GGL Administrative Board ahead of Germany's gambling framework review.
Navarra reports €103.1m in betting activity in 2025
The figures show the scale and composition of Navarra’s private and public gambling markets in 2025.
Spain’s tax agency records €10.6m from online gambling controls in 2025
The enforcement figures indicate the scale of tax checks affecting online gambling activity in Spain.
Appointment
Merkur Group appoints Bastian Scholz as head of public affairs
The newly created role gives Merkur a lead for institutional relations on political and regulatory matters.
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Spain's budget office extends gambling inspection support contract for one year
The extension continues technical support for homologation, inspection and monitoring of operators’ systems.
Paradise Co reports 5.1% first-half casino revenue growth in South Korea
Investors can weigh higher first-half casino revenue against June’s decline and the subsidiary’s loan repayment.