CFTC cautions against broad event contract self-certification
The CFTC advisory cautions prediction market operators against broad self-certification of event contracts.
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Illinois governor signs gambling disorder treatment bill into law
Licensed operators must display treatment information, while state agencies coordinate gambling disorder services.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission schedules sports-wagering agenda for 28 July
The meeting agenda covers casino waiver requests, FanDuel house rules and sports-wagering non-compliance matters.
CFTC issues prediction-market self-certification advisory
Operators should note the CFTC advisory says some platforms were not following core principles when introducing contracts.
Florida casino inspection becomes focus of federal corruption investigation
Investors should note a 2022 inspection found slot-style digital machines central to a federal corruption investigation.
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Nevada Gaming Commission approves two Boomer’s sportsbook locations
Operators should note Nevada regulators authorised Boomer's Sportsbook at two additional venues, expanding its Nevada presence.
IRS yet to issue prediction market tax guidance for 2026
Absent IRS guidance, prediction market winnings could fall under gambling income, capital gains or Section 1256 treatment.
Geronimo Law highlights lease and staffing issues in Casino Filipino sale
Geronimo Law says lease transfers and staff-retention terms could affect the Casino Filipino sale's completion and price.
Brazil tightens betting advertising rules across operators, influencers and platforms
Operators, affiliates and media now share responsibility for betting ads, with fines of up to R$2bn possible under the new rules.
ANJL submits opinion disputing betting link to indebtedness
The submission contests study evidence linking betting to indebtedness, affecting regulatory debate.
UK Gambling Commission weighed suspending Evolution licence before €4.75m settlement
The disclosure shows the UK regulator treated Evolution's anti-money laundering controls as serious enough to consider full licence suspension.
Paganella proposes higher betting levy and restored advertising
The bill would combine increased betting taxation with restored advertising permissions.
Apuesta Legal Chile launches betting tax registration checker
Users can distinguish tax registration from permission to operate gambling services.
Hellenic Gaming Commission opens public consultations on regulatory drafts
Greek operators, suppliers and players can comment on draft regulatory acts and technical specifications through the opengov website consultations.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
ADM closes seven scratchcard lottery games
ADM's directive ends seven instant lottery games, including Buongiorno and New Sette e Mezzo.
EveryMatrix argues unified gamification is strategic need for LatAm operators
Operators weighing retention spending should note the supplier's argument that disconnected bonus, mission, loyalty and tournament tools limit personalisation and raise operational complexity.
KSC warns of emails impersonating the regulator
Deceptive emails with addresses ending @kansspelcommissie.eu are circulating; KSC is investigating misuse of its identity.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgian Gaming Commission warns of fraudulent emails using its identity
Fraudulent emails appearing from @kansspelcommissie.eu could misuse the Belgian Gaming Commission's name or branding.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Integrity body flags seven potential World Cup betting irregularities
Operators should note seven flagged World Cup incidents, including Balogun's red card, under integrity scrutiny.
ISS study finds behavioural risks among Italian students aged 11 to 17
The findings include underage gambling and gaming risks relevant to regulators and operators assessing youth protections.
Live betting growth and microbetting health concerns
Operators expanding live and microbetting face growing scrutiny over problem-gambling risk and potential regulatory action in US markets.
Florida non-tribal casinos record 3.4% decline in June slot revenue
Operators should note Florida non-tribal slot revenue fell 3.4% to $53.8m, with six of eight casinos declining.
SPA opens consultation on Brazil betting licence rules
Operators can submit views on proposed changes to Brazil’s betting authorisation process.
Missouri attorney general reiterates stance on video gaming terminals
The attorney general’s enforcement position and pending lawsuits affect venues and distributors operating video gaming terminals in Missouri.
Enna police suspend gaming hall licence
Operators should note Enna police enforced a four-day public security licence suspension against a gaming hall.