Thailand names four potential sites for casino entertainment complexes
The proposed sites indicate where operators and suppliers could seek opportunities if Thailand approves casino legislation.
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Massachusetts Gaming Commission schedules FanDuel Sportsbook hearing for 9 April
The hearing puts FanDuel’s alleged compliance with Massachusetts wagering requirements before the commission.
ATG says 17 of Sweden’s 20 largest illegal gambling sites use shared platforms
The findings raise questions for Swedish regulators and licensed suppliers about platform use by unlicensed operators.
New Zealand minister backs advertising for planned online casino market
Licensed operators’ ability to advertise may shape market viability, while tightly controlled rules address concerns about gambling harm.
Appointment
Catalonia appoints Eduard Eroles to gaming-venue administration role
The appointment changes the official responsible for administrative support to Catalonia’s gaming venues.
Gambling Commission investigation leads to UK charges over unlicensed betting
The case concerns alleged unlicensed gambling provision and advertising, with a court appearance scheduled.
Licence
AGCO authorises Evoplay to supply Ontario online casinos
The authorisation allows Evoplay to pursue supply agreements with approved Ontario online casino operators.
Soft2Bet plans New Jersey entry with Caesars market-access partnership
Soft2Bet’s New Jersey plans depend on a licence application and its announced partnership for market access and regulatory support.
Maryland Senate committee advances bill to ban sweepstakes gaming
If passed, the proposal would expose sweepstakes operators to licence denial and criminal penalties in Maryland.
Appointment
MSL appoints Roberto Souto as chief executive in Brazil
The appointment puts a new chief executive in charge of MSL’s lottery operations and stated expansion priorities.
Appointment
GiG appoints Andy Evers as senior vice-president of commercial
Evers will oversee GiG’s commercial, account-management and managed-services teams, shaping support for operator partners.
Dutch court orders Trannel to repay Unibet player €271,301
The ruling sets out a repayment obligation for an operator that accepted Dutch players without a licence.
Brazil tax chief tells betting CPI new tax data began arriving in 2025
The new reporting and tax data will shape oversight of betting companies operating in Brazil.
Brazil Senate commission to consider fixed-odds betting advertising ban
The proposal could materially tighten advertising rules for betting operators if it advances through Brazil’s legislative process.
Appointment
VGCCC appoints Suzy Neilan as CEO from 1 April
The appointment changes the executive leadership of Victoria’s gambling regulator.
Licence
Brazil’s SPA authorises 12 companies to operate 30 betting brands
The authorisations establish which companies can offer fixed-odds betting in Brazil through 2029.
Spanish health committee considers bill amendment on gambling advertising limits
The proposal could reinstate national gambling-advertising restrictions if it advances through parliament.
Macau requires satellite casinos to change operating model by end of 2025
Operators and workers at Macau satellite casinos face changes to ownership and revenue arrangements by the end of 2025.
Appointment
VGCCC appoints Suzy Neilan as chief executive in Victoria
The appointment changes the executive leadership of Victoria’s gambling regulator.
The Hague court upholds Energy Casino fine despite turnover-calculation error
The ruling leaves the penalty in place while identifying an error in how the statutory ceiling was calculated.
Armenian parliament approves higher gambling taxes from 1 April
Operators face higher tax rates, while the planned monitoring centre and regulator could change oversight in Armenia.
convertible notes
Bally’s proposes A$250m convertible-note funding for Star Entertainment
Star’s unaccepted funding proposal could provide capital while giving Bally’s a controlling stake if the convertible notes convert.
seed
Fluid raises seed funding from SpikeUp Media, Xace and Ben Robinson
Fluid’s seed funding is intended to advance product development, expand its team and strengthen its global presence.
Brazil’s TCU says Bolsa Família funds can be blocked from betting
The measure requires government agencies and Caixa Econômica to operationalise a restriction on benefit funds being used for betting.
Brazil's Finance Ministry challenges São Gonçalo municipal lottery project
The dispute leaves the legal basis for the proposed municipal lottery contested for prospective operators and suppliers.