Extremadura sets casino tax rate at 15% in new decree-law
Casino operators in Extremadura face a stated 15% tax rate on gross revenue.
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Appointment
Atlantic Lottery appoints Dallas McCready as president and CEO
The appointment puts a former chief strategy officer in charge of Atlantic Lottery’s operations across four provinces.
Appointment
New York Gaming Commission appoints final two casino siting board members
The completed board can assess applications in the process to award up to three downstate casino licences.
NICE advises clinicians to ask patients about gambling
The guidance may affect how health services identify gambling harm and consider treatment options.
New Jersey lawmaker proposes licensing rules for sweepstakes casinos
The proposal could require sweepstakes operators to secure a state licence, undergo audits and partner with a casino licensee.
Argentina's lower house approves proposed gambling advertising ban
The proposed restrictions could affect licensed operators' advertising and sports sponsorship in Argentina.
AGCO requires grocery and convenience stores to surrender licences when operations cease
Retailers stopping licensed operations must surrender licences immediately unless transferring them to a purchaser of the store.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Indiana House committee schedules debate on online gaming bills
The bills’ consideration could shape the legal framework for online gaming and lottery products in Indiana.
Sweden’s appeals court rejects ATG trademark claims and awards costs to retailers
The ruling leaves the clothing companies free to use the disputed mark and makes ATG liable for their legal costs.
Nevada Gaming Control Board agrees to revoke Resorts World agent’s registration
The settlement revokes Bowyer’s registration and bars gaming-related approval applications for five years, without a fine.
DeSantis proposes tighter rules for Florida ballot initiatives
The proposed petition restrictions could limit operators’ ability to pursue gambling expansion through Florida ballot measures.
Brazil’s Supreme Court rejects LOTERJ appeal over geolocation order
The ruling requires LOTERJ to enforce state-level geolocation limits and sets daily penalties for non-compliance.
Japan steps up enforcement against online gambling
Enforcement against residents using overseas gambling sites raises compliance risks for operators seeking access to Japan.
Kero partners with Caesars on live sports betting markets
Caesars Sportsbook will add contextual live betting markets across four sports and traditional micro markets through the partnership.
Appointment
Nevada gaming control chair says he will leave after legislative session
Hendrick’s planned departure leaves the governor to determine when the Board receives new leadership.
Fine
ANJ fines unnamed operator €5,000 over delayed player withdrawals
Operators face a confirmed requirement to return player funds immediately, with an exception for reports to TRACFIN.
Source: ANJ (France)
Francophone gambling regulators agree to deepen cooperation
The agreement creates a recurring forum for regulators to coordinate approaches across their jurisdictions.
Source: ANJ (France)
Departure
Nevada gaming board chair Hendrick plans to resign after 2025 legislative session
The planned departure will require Nevada to appoint a new chair to lead its gaming regulator.
Acquisition
Novomatic agrees to acquire Vikings Casinos in France
The proposed acquisition would transfer ownership of an 11-casino French operator, subject to approval.
Appointment
Gretchen Whitmer reappoints Deidre Lambert-Bounds to Michigan gaming board
Lambert-Bounds’ reappointment maintains her board membership through the end of 2028.
Nebraska senator proposes online sports betting framework in LB421
Operators would need commission licences and approved platform controls before offering online sports wagering in Nebraska.
Nebraska senators introduce bills on online sports betting and voter approval
The bills would determine whether Nebraska voters decide on online sports betting and establish a proposed tax rate.
Jefferies expects gaming-sector trends to stabilise in 2025
The analyst’s outlook and figures inform investors assessing gaming companies’ growth prospects and operational trends.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission reports $102.17m casino revenue in December
The figures inform operators and regulators about casino and sports wagering revenue subject to state taxes.
Discerning Capital plans BettorWatch launch and iProtekt acquisition in Q1 2025
Operators and suppliers can assess a planned US launch that combines BettorWatch’s services with iProtekt’s responsible-gaming tools.