Armenian parliament approves online gambling restrictions for 2027
Operators will need to implement self-exclusion, eligibility blocks and income-based limits under the new framework.
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Spelinspektionen consults on unified technical rules for Sweden's gambling sector
Operators and testing bodies may need to prepare for a proposed consolidated set of technical requirements.
Ukraine backs proposal to block soldiers from online gambling
Online operators may need to add register checks and block access for military personnel if the proposal proceeds.
Italy's Council of State upholds withdrawal of Pescara VLT licence
The ruling confirms that the regional distance rule applied to the venue and that the authorisation withdrawal stands.
Italian chamber rejects five motions on public gambling sector reform
The rejected motions and government's alternative indicate the current parliamentary positions on gambling-sector reform.
Lithuanian government approves gambling reforms for parliamentary review
Operators may need to prepare for player identification, cash-payment restrictions and expanded regulatory oversight if parliament approves the proposals.
Italian police fine Catania betting centre over drinks service
The case shows that betting venues face enforcement over activities beyond the operation of gaming equipment.
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World Gaming appoints Mallory Reynolds-Trout to lead two iGB events
The appointment puts a named executive in charge of two events serving the gaming industry.
Italian Supreme Court rejects 2015 betting-tax multiplier
The ruling requires recalculation of higher-method assessments for 2015, affecting outstanding tax claims without cancelling them automatically.
Italian MP criticises government position on land-based gambling reform
The debate highlights disagreement over reducing gambling supply and funding prevention and treatment services.
Catania police chief suspends Adrano gaming hall for seven days
The suspension temporarily prevents the gaming hall from operating in Adrano.
Catania police fine betting shop owner over serving drinks
The enforcement action concerns operating conditions for betting shops in Catania.
Bryan Steil proposes ban on lawmakers trading political prediction contracts
The proposal would restrict lawmakers’ access to political event contracts and set financial penalties for violations.
Nine European gambling authorities warn prediction markets over unlicensed operations
Operators and sports bodies face warnings to check local legality before entering prediction-market partnerships.
GGL investigates ADI Predictstreet over prediction-market advertising in Germany
The investigation could affect how prediction-market branding is treated under Germany’s gambling advertising rules.
Qingxiu District Court jails betting intermediary for nine months
The court cases show criminal exposure for people organising or arranging illegal online sports betting.
Peppermill hosts Light & Wonder slot debut in Nevada
The launch places Light & Wonder’s slot title on a named casino floor in Nevada.
Kentucky attorney general files lawsuits against Kalshi, Polymarket and VGW
The cases challenge prediction-market and sweepstakes operators’ ability to serve customers in Kentucky.
Brazil launches investigation into 37 illegal betting companies over R$50bn
The investigation could affect operators and payment channels linked to the 37 companies under scrutiny.
Nine European gambling regulators coordinate action on prediction markets for 2026 World Cup
The coordination signals enforcement scrutiny of prediction-market platforms and related sports partnerships across nine jurisdictions.
Brazil imposes tax liability on promoters and payment firms serving unlicensed betting operators
The rule may expose promoters and payment providers to tax liability for supporting unlicensed betting operators.
Casino operators report mixed 2025 comparisons at investor conference
The commentary gives investors and operators company-level signals on casino trading, growth and capital priorities.
Italian lawmakers debate motions on land-based gambling reform
The debate concerns the future framework for Italy’s land-based gambling network and the rules operators would face.
GGL reviews ADI Predictstreet World Cup advertising
Operators should track GGL's review of World Cup advertising by a platform lacking a German gambling licence.
Bari tax court applies margin-based tax calculation to Stanleybet-linked betting centres
The ruling may affect tax calculations and disputes for betting centres able to document their economic activity.