Texas judge temporarily blocks NCAA ban on Texas Tech player Brendan Sorsby
The temporary injunction lets Sorsby continue playing, while the judge’s irreparable-harm finding and NCAA criticism underscore the dispute.
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GGL increases monitoring of illegal sports betting during 2026 World Cup
Operators face increased scrutiny of sports-betting advertising, online offers and emerging betting markets during the tournament.
STS says Italian land-based gambling reform draft was rejected
The rejection leaves land-based gambling operators facing uncertainty over proposed rules before the delegation expires.
Como court overturns ADM penalty and closure at Laglio restaurant
The ruling clarifies that pure-entertainment machines without cash winnings do not require prior clearance.
Russian casino operators report profit declines despite higher 2025 revenue
Reported operator profit declines alongside higher costs may shape investment decisions, despite growth in legal casino-sector revenue.
BGC proposes five measures to curb the UK unlicensed gambling market
The proposals could affect enforcement powers and payment, advertising and website controls for UK gambling businesses.
US terror designations raise compliance considerations for Brazil’s betting operators
Operators may need to assess whether their customer-screening and suspicious-transaction controls address the risks described.
South Korea launches cash rewards for reports of illegal gambling sites
The campaign gives operators and regulators a public reporting channel to identify illegal gambling sites for blocking.
Catania police refer operators of two unlicensed betting centres to judicial authorities
The operation shows that unlicensed betting venues in Catania can face referral to judicial authorities.
KSA opens consultation ahead of gambling helpline tender
Potential providers can engage before the KSA selects a new helpline operator through a tender.
EGP-FIPE urges Italy to establish national gambling governance
Operators face a fragmented set of local rules while the association seeks a coordinated national framework.
EGP-FIPE warns Italy’s fragmented gambling rules are weakening licensed operations
Operators face uncertainty over licensed-network planning as EGP-FIPE calls for a stable national framework.
Appointment
GCGRA appoints Ciarán Carruthers as chief executive
Carruthers’ appointment gives the GCGRA a chief executive after interim leadership by Jim Murren.
ADI Predictstreet launches prediction market in Gibraltar and 23 US states
The launch gives the platform access to users in Gibraltar and 23 US states through its named partner.
BBB National Programs refers Kalshi to authorities over advertising inquiry
The referral could bring state attorneys general and other regulators into scrutiny of Kalshi’s advertising disclosures.
Rhode Island Senate advances bill to end single-provider sports betting
The legislation could end Rhode Island’s single-provider arrangement by introducing additional sports betting licences.
Yggdrasil launches games with Lucky Fish and Bet Set Win in South Africa
The integrations add Yggdrasil and partner-studio games to two South African betting and casino platforms.
Monza and Brianza police chief suspends Arcore gaming hall for seven days
The suspension prevents the hall from operating for seven days after authorities found breaches of its licence conditions.
Brazilian finance ministry plans publication of completed betting authorisation files
The planned disclosures could give operators and the public access to completed authorisation records while protecting sensitive data.
Brazil restricts Kalshi prediction markets as company seeks reversal
The restriction leaves Kalshi seeking a route to operate legally in Brazil under the ministry’s stated requirements.
Italy’s Council of State ties bingo concession fees to operator turnover
ADM’s fee decisions must account for operator-specific turnover, affecting concessionaires during the technical extension.
Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation sues Vallejo over temporary casino approvals
The lawsuit challenges city approvals tied to a proposed casino, leaving the project’s ability to proceed subject to legal proceedings.
Michigan online casinos report $2.9bn adjusted revenue for 2025
The reported annual figures inform operators and regulators assessing Michigan’s online gambling market and its tax base.
Italy's Council of State clarifies Bingo concession extension fee calculations
The ruling sets the turnover measure used to recalculate compensation for affected Bingo concessionaires.
Italian lawmaker proposes age checks and gaming restrictions for minors online
If enacted, the proposal's age and gaming-feature restrictions would affect digital platforms and games available to minors in Italy.