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EDGE Markets launches gambling-focused debit card in the US
The product offers operators an operator-agnostic way for customers to track gambling-related spending.
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Award
Florida commission expected to award gambling helpline contract to Kindbridge
The anticipated contract would change the organisation responsible for Florida’s gambling helpline and related staff training.
Appointment
BetBlocker appoints John Wright and Darrell Helyar as trustees
The appointments add two iGaming-affiliated volunteers to the governance of a charity providing gambling-blocking software.
Fine
Spelinspektionen fines Glitnor Services SEK 28 million over player protection
The sanction and planned appeal affect Glitnor’s regulatory position and the application of player-protection requirements in Sweden.
ASA upholds complaint against PokerStars Instagram gambling advert
The ruling identifies advertising claims and depictions that operators must avoid in UK gambling promotions.
US plaintiffs sue Apple and Google over sweepstakes casino apps
The case could affect technology companies’ app distribution and payment services linked to sweepstakes casino operators.
Penalty
AGCO issues C$110,000 penalty to BetMGM Canada over inducement marketing
The penalty enforces Ontario rules on operators’ responsibility for third-party marketing and public inducement advertising.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Ukraine plans PlayCity gambling and lottery regulator for April
The planned agency would take over state oversight of gambling and lotteries, including licensing.
Michigan Gaming Control Board orders 10 Apex Dynamics sites to stop operating
The orders give the websites a 14-day compliance period before the regulator may pursue further legal action.
Michigan Gaming Control Board orders 10 offshore casinos to stop serving state
The orders require the named platforms to stop serving Michigan residents and set a 14-day compliance period.
Merkur Casino sells Lowestoft bingo club to Real Fun Group
The transaction changes ownership and branding of a bingo venue in England.
Bet365 plans to stop serving Chinese customers on 27 March
Customers need to settle or withdraw balances within the stated access period before contacting Bet365 directly for remaining funds.
Brazil’s SPA consultation on 2025-2026 regulatory agenda closes on 27 March
Operators and other interested parties have until 27 March to submit views on the regulator’s planned priorities.
Paulo Azi questions Brazil’s betting rules and backs casino legalisation
Operators face continued political criticism of Brazil’s betting framework and calls for casino legalisation.
Massachusetts securities division subpoenas Robinhood over prediction markets
The investigation may clarify how Massachusetts treats sports-event contracts offered through a brokerage platform.
Macau Legend forecasts HKD640m loss for FY24
The forecast signals a sharp deterioration in reported results and reflects impairment exposure tied partly to the Cape Verde project.
Castilla y León regulates responsible-gambling commission
The commission will coordinate regional prevention policy and include representatives from the gambling industry and other sectors.
Appointment
Helmut Becker will leave Zeal when his CEO contract ends in January
Zeal’s board must appoint a successor ahead of Becker’s departure from the lottery operator.
Licence
Missouri Gaming Commission opens sports betting applications on 15 May
Prospective operators have a defined application window and a stated deadline for Missouri market entry.
Maryland committee backs 20% sports betting tax rate in budget review
The proposed rate determines the tax burden Maryland sports betting operators may face.
Appointment
Sun International appoints Ulrik Bengtsson as group chief executive
The appointment establishes Sun International’s chief executive succession and leadership transition.
Appointment
Sun International appoints Ulrik Bengtsson as CEO, succeeding Anthony Leeming
The appointment changes the leadership of a South African gaming operator, while Leeming’s departure is scheduled for year-end.
EU court requires prior notification of national gambling technical rules
Operators may challenge the application of national gambling rules that were not notified under the stated procedure.
Castilla y León approves gambling commission and raffle rules
The decrees establish a regional responsible-gambling body and clarify requirements for promotional draws.
Spain's Court of Auditors reports gaps in SELAE prize-payment controls
The findings point to control and documentation weaknesses in SELAE's prize-payment processes.