Singapore police investigate 30 people over suspected illegal online gambling
Singapore police are investigating 30 people over suspected illegal online gambling also connected with alleged financial crime offences.
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Reports
US lawmakers propose federal gambling disorder study funded by wager taxes
The proposal would dedicate part of federal wager-tax revenue to research and require annual progress reports.
Italy's Council of State sends Bolzano betting-licence dispute back to regional court
The dispute leaves the local betting outlet's authorisation status for the regional court to examine.
House Democrats ask FTC about prediction market investigation
FTC scrutiny may shape platform oversight, but the report provides no details about the investigation.
Primorsky Krai agrees Samson Group casino complex plan
The agreement sets out a major planned casino and hotel development in Russia’s Primorye zone.
Polymarket sues Minnesota over prediction market ban
The case challenges whether Minnesota can prohibit prediction market activity despite the company’s asserted federal protections.
BGC estimates up to £10m in illegal bets at Epsom Derby Festival
The estimate underscores the potential scale of illegal betting and the stakes of keeping customers in the regulated market.
Italy’s Council of State returns Bolzano betting permit dispute to lower court
The local court must now examine the later permit measures, leaving the dispute unresolved.
MGA urges licensees to monitor suspicious bets during 2026 FIFA World Cup
Licensees need robust monitoring, reporting and governance to meet the MGA’s sports-integrity requirements.
Spelinspektionen reports Q1 2026 action against illegal gambling in Sweden
Operators and advertisers face continued enforcement as Sweden’s regulator develops its approach to unlicensed online gambling.
CAP and ASA target gambling social media ads that may appeal to under-18s
Operators running social media campaigns face closer scrutiny of content that could appeal to under-18s under the new compliance initiative.
Pennsylvania lawmakers propose deposit limits and credit-card ban for online gambling
Operators may face new deposit, payment and marketing restrictions if the bills advance.
South Korean lawyers warn prediction-market traders could face gambling prosecution
The reported legal uncertainty could affect South Korean residents using overseas prediction markets.
AGCOM hears Avviso Pubblico on responsible-gambling communication guidelines
The consultation may shape how Italy applies restrictions to gambling-related communications.
GLI completes transfers of Trisigma and Itech business units in Italy
The transfers reduce the number of active online gaming certification bodies in Italy.
MGA warns licensed operators ahead of 2026 World Cup
Operators in warned markets face heightened regulatory attention on World Cup betting activity during the tournament.
New Mexico attorney general sues Kalshi over alleged unlicensed sports betting
The requested injunction could prevent Kalshi from offering sports-related wagering in New Mexico and tests the state’s licensing requirements.
UKGC says VPN growth hinders measurement of illegal gambling
Operators and regulators cannot size the black market reliably while VPN-obscured traffic skews the evidence used to justify enforcement and market controls.
DGOJ chairs Spanish meeting on illegal betting and sports integrity
The meeting brought public authorities, law enforcement, sports bodies and gambling operators together on illegal betting and match-fixing risks.
Bally’s Intralot says it has no immediate plans to sell evoke assets
The statement indicates Bally’s Intralot intends to retain evoke’s businesses if the proposed acquisition receives the required approvals.
Italy’s Council of State rejects gaming hall’s damages appeal
The ruling confirms that annulment of local gaming-hour restrictions did not automatically entitle the operator to compensation.
Licence
Rush Street Interactive applies for US designated contract market licence
The application could give Rush Street Interactive an option to pursue event-based contracts as US rules and market conditions develop.
UK Gambling Commission warns operators over advertising aimed at minors
Operators face potential sanctions for advertising that breaches rules protecting children and other vulnerable people.
Appointment
Minas Gerais governor appoints Luciano França to lead state lottery
The leadership change affects the administration of Minas Gerais' state lottery.
São Paulo prosecutors seek city measures on betting ads at events with minors
The request could affect betting-brand visibility and advertising safeguards at public events attended by minors.