Brazilian government-backed amendment removes betting-advertising limits
The amendment shapes where betting operators can advertise under Brazil’s current legislation.
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Coljuegos revises Colombia’s online Baloto rules
Baloto operators should review the revised rules governing game management and regulation in Colombia.
DraftKings faces estimated $50m World Cup group-stage betting losses
The reported results show how major tournament outcomes can affect betting operators’ trading performance.
Appointment
France’s ANJ appoints Pascal Chèvremont as president
Operators and stakeholders should note the ANJ’s new president and college membership following the end of previous members’ terms.
Brazil’s Receita Federal sets 1.5% withholding rules for betting commissions
Betting platforms and business customers must account for the withholding responsibility or opt into self-withholding.
MPF-DF investigates federal oversight of betting advertising in Brazil
The inquiry could lead to scrutiny of advertising controls and compliance obligations for betting operators in Brazil.
GGL reports 23% of German online gambling market was unauthorised in 2024
The market estimate gives operators and regulators a measure of the unauthorised share of German online gambling.
Brazil’s SPA bars FIES debt beneficiaries from fixed-odds betting
Operators must update account checks and handling procedures to comply with the new exclusion requirements and deadlines.
Spotify asks Kalshi and Polymarket to remove its logo after streaming dispute
The request challenges how prediction markets use Spotify branding and rely on external data to settle outcomes.
Cambodia’s CGMC discusses tighter casino inspections and staff oversight
Casino operators may face closer scrutiny of inspection practices, staff management and licensing compliance in Cambodia.
Appointment
Soft2Bet appoints Ryan Collinge executive vice-president for business development
Operators and entertainment brands will have a new Soft2Bet contact for business development and strategic partnerships.
ADM publishes draft PSQF 5.2 sports-betting protocol for testing
Concessionaires and collection holders can test the revised protocol before its adoption.
Isle of Man GSC and Australia co-lead FATF gambling-risk report
Updated illicit-finance risk indicators could inform gambling-sector monitoring by regulators and reporting businesses.
Penalty
Como police issue gaming hall with smoking-ban penalty notice
The notice exposes the gaming hall operator to a fine of up to €2,200 for a smoking-ban breach.
Michigan Gaming Control Board withdraws from NCPG over Kalshi membership
Operators and regulators should note the Michigan board’s withdrawal and cancelled sponsorship over Kalshi’s NCPG membership.
Acquisition
Burghclere acquires H2 Gambling Capital for its EGR portfolio
Investors and industry participants gain a combined portfolio pairing H2’s gambling-market analysis with EGR Global.
Como police cite Vertemate con Minoprio gaming hall over smoking rules
Gaming-hall operators should ensure smoking-rule compliance, as inspections resulted in a notice providing for a maximum penalty.
ADM publishes draft PSID 3.0 betting exchange protocol for Italy
Remote-gambling concessionaires can begin technical testing of the revised betting-exchange protocol on 13 July.
AMLA consults on draft anti-money-laundering customer-monitoring guidance
Gambling operators can submit views on draft customer-monitoring guidance by 3 September 2026.
ADM issues draft PACG 3.3 account-register protocol for online gambling
Remote-gambling concessionaires must prepare for revised account-registration messages and technical requirements.
Licence
Kenya GRA opens first licensing cycle under 2025 gambling law
Operators and suppliers must meet new licensing and approval requirements during the transition to Kenya’s regulatory framework.
ADM publishes draft PSR 3.0 protocol for betting shops
Betting concessionaires and collection-rights holders can test the revised retail betting protocol before implementation.
Spillemyndigheden reports 21.5% rise in Danish gambling spend in May
The segment figures give operators a regulator-sourced view of year-on-year changes across Denmark’s gambling market.
ADM updates online gambling communication verification procedures to version 1.2
Concessionaires and verification bodies must use the revised procedures and message specifications for system checks.
European Commission outlines DSA safeguards against gambling adverts targeting minors
The stated safeguards affect how online platforms may target advertising and manage gambling content accessible to minors.