Maryland delegate proposes campus geofence for sports betting
If enacted, the proposal would require legal betting apps to block wagering from Maryland college campuses.
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Reports
Washington, DC reports $16m sports betting handle for January
Operators’ reported handle and revenue offer a measure of market performance as the Council considers changes to mobile betting.
Maryland Lottery and Gaming lists casino and sports wagering agenda
The agenda identifies operators and regulatory matters due for commission consideration, including consent agreements and licence actions.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke attends Ontario court hearing over iGaming framework
The case challenges the legal basis of Ontario’s online gambling framework and could affect its operating arrangements.
Source: Kahnawake Gaming Commission
Belgium sets 2024 contributions for holders of gambling licences
The decree establishes 2024 contribution obligations for holders of the listed Belgian gambling licences.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
PENN plans first ESPN BET retail sportsbook at Detroit casino in April
PENN’s planned venue would establish ESPN BET’s first retail sportsbook at a PENN property.
Belgian Gaming Commission explains player-account separation under 2024 law
Operators must account for separate player accounts and game access across supplementary licence classes.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgian Gaming Commission explains account separation rules under February law
Operators need to adjust account registration and conversion processes to separate gambling accounts across licence classes.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Minnesota lawmakers advance competing sports betting bills
The proposals differ on whether racetracks and other commercial venues could take part in Minnesota sports betting.
Licence
Indiana Gaming Commission approves Betr mobile vendor licence
The approval moves Betr closer to launching online sports betting in Indiana through Caesars Southern Indiana.
Alabama House committee advances gambling expansion package
The package could establish a new gambling regulator and permit sports betting, casinos and a lottery in Alabama.
Mickelson avoids betting comments during Las Vegas golf event
The report connects a prominent golfer’s gambling-related disclosure with wider commercial developments in professional golf.
Maryland bill proposes campus geofences to block legal sports betting
The proposal would require colleges and betting-app providers to address campus access restrictions if it advances.
AGCO proposes 60-day liquor licence suspension for Huntsville restaurant
The proposal concerns liquor-service obligations and gives the restaurant a right to appeal before the suspension is settled.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
GGL calls for improved virtual slot approval applications and test environments
Operators seeking virtual slot approvals face rejection if their applications lack functioning test environments.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Acquisition
PENN agrees to acquire WynnBET’s New York sports betting licence for $25m
The deal could give ESPN BET access to New York, subject to state gaming commission approval.
Oklahoma lawmakers file lottery-led sports betting bill
The bill proposes a lottery-run betting framework that could alter how operators enter Oklahoma.
Maryland sportsbooks report $80m in January revenue
The monthly figures show operators’ revenue, wagering volume and tax contribution in Maryland.
Poarch Band seeks changes to Alabama gambling expansion bills
The tribe’s requested amendments and unresolved support could shape the bills before committee consideration and a voter decision.
Colorado Department of Revenue sets 1 March deadline for exchange wagering comments
Operators considering Colorado exchange wagering have a public-comment deadline before the rules can progress.
Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission reports $22.1m January betting revenue
The report gives operators and investors current revenue, handle and tax figures for Iowa’s sports betting market.
Flutter seeks startup partner for female-focused gaming product
The competition offers a potential partner a route to develop a female-focused gaming product across Flutter’s UK and Ireland brands.
Alabama lawmakers propose lottery, casinos and sports betting in HB 152
The proposal could create new Alabama gambling licences and establish tax rates and regulatory oversight.
Appointment
Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission appoints Tina Eick administrator
Eick’s appointment establishes who will administer Iowa’s gambling and wagering rules after the prior administrator resigned.
Bawumia pledges to scrap Ghana betting tax if elected president
The pledge could change gambling tax treatment if Bawumia becomes president and fulfils it.