Brazil Senate sports committee debates restrictions on betting advertising
Any advertising restrictions could affect betting operators and the sports organisations that receive sponsorship income.
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Analysts maintain Buy ratings for Las Vegas Sands after Macau results
The ratings reflect analysts’ assessment of Las Vegas Sands’ contrasting results in Macau and Singapore.
IPO
Bally’s revises Chicago casino IPO to favour Illinois residents
The revised allocation terms affect who can invest and Bally’s ownership obligations under its Chicago agreement.
India’s Supreme Court adjourns Maharashtra casino law challenge
The case could affect whether Maharashtra’s proposed casino licensing framework is revived.
Pennsylvania joins multi-state online poker agreement
The agreement allows participating operators to pool Pennsylvania online poker players with those in other member states.
Protect The Constitution challenges Florida sports betting compact in court
The case puts the legal basis for the Seminole Tribe’s statewide online sports betting operation at issue.
DATA.BET upgrades betting application for operator integrations
Operators can customise the application and integrate it into their platforms without an iFrame, according to DATA.BET.
Lithuania’s Supreme Administrative Court upholds Amber Gaming €6,000 fine
Operators must include customer betting restrictions in published terms; internal anti-money laundering policies did not justify the practice.
Minnesota senators propose mobile sports betting framework in SF 3414
Operators and platform providers would need to meet the bill’s proposed tribal licensing, tax and compliance requirements if it advances.
SRI Lanka Cabinet advances gambling authority bill to Gazette
The bill would create a dedicated authority overseeing gambling activities, including casinos and online gambling, if Parliament approves it.
UNODC urges stronger casino oversight in Southeast Asia
Casino operators in vulnerable Southeast Asian areas face calls for stronger scrutiny amid concerns about organised crime and illicit capital flows.
Florida plaintiffs challenge Seminole sports betting compact in court
A ruling could affect the legal basis for statewide online sports betting under the Seminole compact.
Licence
GCGRA approves BMM Testlabs to test UAE gaming products
The approval allows BMM to provide product testing for the UAE’s lottery and commercial gaming programme.
Licence
Las Vegas Sands withdraws from New York casino licence bid
The withdrawal leaves a third party as a potential successor to Sands’ Nassau Coliseum opportunity in the licensing process.
Las Vegas Sands withdraws New York casino bid over iGaming concerns
The withdrawal changes the field of bidders for New York’s downstate casino licences and may leave a third party to pursue the Nassau site.
Playtech expands Eyecon’s SkillOnNet partnership into Ontario
The agreement adds Eyecon games to SkillOnNet’s offering in Ontario.
Licence
Kansspelautoriteit extends Novomatic Nederland licence to 2035
The extension sets Novomatic Nederland’s authorised operating period and removes its additional licence conditions.
Maryland Lottery and Gaming sets out commission agenda for 24 April
The agenda included licence, regulatory and contract matters affecting Maryland gaming operators and suppliers.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Truist analyst lowers gambling-stock price targets amid economic concerns
Operators and investors face lower valuations and potential pressure from economic conditions, taxes and prediction markets.
OLG approves Gateway gaming site in Innisfil, subject to municipal approvals
Gateway cannot begin construction until it secures the required municipal approvals.
Source: OLG
SRI Lanka cabinet approves draft bill to establish gambling regulator
Operators in SRI Lanka’s land-based, offshore and online sectors could fall under a proposed single authority if parliament passes the bill.
New York lawmakers propose $5,000 daily betting limit in A7962
Operators would face proposed daily limits, advertising restrictions and new responsible-gambling obligations if the bill advances.
New Jersey opposes Kalshi injunction over sports event contracts
Kalshi’s New Jersey case may determine whether its sports event contracts require a state sports wagering licence.
Departure
Ryan Mindell resigns as Texas Lottery Commission executive director
The leadership change comes amid investigations and legislative action that could affect Texas lottery courier operations and the commission’s future.
DSWV proposes five measures to address illegal gambling in Germany
German providers may face enforcement shaped by proposals on prosecution, financial tracing, advertising accountability and legal-market competitiveness.