Results
bet365 reports £3.72bn FY2024 revenue as analysts question growth
The results give investors and suppliers figures on bet365’s revenue, product performance and analyst concerns about growth.
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Reports
Deutsche Bank sees Macau mass-market share shaping Sands’ 2025 outlook
Sands’ share gains could affect its Macau EBITDA outlook and the bank’s assessment of its shares.
LOTERJ appeals Supreme Court order restricting state-licensed betting operations
The appeal puts geolocation requirements and potential refunds, lost licence income and compensation claims at issue for LOTERJ.
bet365 launches casino and sports betting in Brazil
bet365’s app and website launch adds live casino, slots and sports betting to Brazil’s regulated market.
Erfurt Regional Court refers German online gambling cases to ECJ
The ECJ referral could shape German restrictions, enforcement and reimbursement claims in pending online gambling and sports betting cases.
Maryland casinos report $164.1m in December gaming revenue
The monthly figures track casino revenue and state contributions for Maryland operators.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Acquisition
EveryMatrix expands sportsbook reach through FSB Technology acquisition
The acquisition adds sportsbook technology and established customers in markets where EveryMatrix aims to expand.
Licence
New Zealand plans 15 online casino licences for 2026
The proposed licence framework and timetable give suppliers and operators milestones for planning entry into New Zealand’s online casino market.
Licence
Stake says Brazil approved its casino and sportsbook licence applications
Brazil’s approval of Stake’s casino and sportsbook applications would permit it to operate those products in the regulated market.
AGCO bars athlete endorsements in Ontario igaming advertising
Operators and gaming suppliers must account for Ontario’s restrictions when planning advertising and marketing.
Rivalry completes C$3.3m private placement below target
Rivalry’s proceeds support working capital and corporate development, but the placement raised less than its target.
Turkish gendarmerie arrests 35 suspects in nationwide illegal betting operations
The coordinated operations show Turkish authorities targeting illegal betting alongside fraud and other alleged crimes.
Zimbabwe approves 10% withholding tax on sports betting winnings
Operators will need to deduct the new tax from sports betting winnings at source.
Solaire recruits for planned Philippine iGaming app
Recruitment signals preparation for Solaire’s planned iGaming app, though its format and brand remain unconfirmed.
BetMGM assumes key-employee role for MGM’s Nevada sportsbooks
The change assigns sportsbook management functions to BetMGM while leaving oversight and policy direction with MGM.
Paraguay’s Chamber of Deputies approves gambling-law reform
The proposed removal of monopolies could change market access for gambling operators in Paraguay.
Truist analyst sees potential for gaming operator M&A in 2025
The analyst’s outlook may inform investors’ and operators’ expectations for gaming-sector consolidation in 2025.
Nevada Gaming Commission approves game-theme review rule change
Manufacturers can seek regulatory feedback on proposed game themes before spending money to acquire intellectual property rights.
Fine
New Jersey DGE fines DraftKings, Rush Street and Kambi $40,000
The fines expose sportsbook and technology-provider controls around event approval, market closure and bet acceptance.
seed
Winna.com raises $15m in seed funding for crypto gaming expansion
The raise gives Winna.com capital for planned product expansion in crypto casino and betting markets.
Nevada Gaming Commission allows wagering accounts for on-property purchases
Nevada operators and payment partners may offer wagering-account payments for purchases at licensed properties, but not beyond them.
Licence
Western Cape board grants Altenar South African manufacturer licence
The licence enables Altenar to supply its sportsbook solution in South Africa’s regulated market.
Appointment
NSW appoints four trustees to Responsible Gambling Fund Trust
The trustees advise on harm-reduction funding and gambling policy for New South Wales.
Fine
KSA fines Unibet €400,000 over access for Dutch self-excluded players
The case reinforces operators’ obligation to check Cruks status before allowing players to gamble in the Netherlands.
Appointment
Norway appoints Tore Bell as gambling department director
Bell’s appointment places responsibility for Norway’s gambling supervision and enforcement with a permanent department director.