Acquisition
Fertitta Entertainment agrees to acquire Caesars for $17.6bn
The pending acquisition could create opportunities for competitors if it disrupts Caesars or leads to property sales.
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Reports
KSA data show Dutch illegal betting market grows more than 57%
The reported revenue-share decline and market growth highlight how Dutch tax conditions coincide with changes in licensed operators’ position.
Dina Titus proposes barring sports event contracts on federal exchanges
The proposed bill could restrict federally regulated exchanges from listing sports-related contracts, creating uncertainty for prediction-market operators.
Bull Gaming CEO calls for more time on Italy’s land-based gambling reform
A delay or revision could affect the rules governing Italy’s land-based gambling venues and concession framework.
ADM opens 23 senior roles, including two gaming offices, in Italy
The vacancies include leadership roles overseeing gaming machines, online gambling and betting at ADM.
Kenya’s GRA urges lawmakers to reconsider proposed 20% tax on winnings
Operators may face changes to the tax base if Parliament adopts the bill’s proposed treatment of winnings and cash equivalents.
ADM opens selection for 23 management posts, including two gaming offices
The selection will determine leadership for ADM offices responsible for gaming machines, online gambling and betting.
Morgan Stanley expects possible Italian retail gaming concession extensions
The forecast gives operators an indication of possible concession timing and bid costs, but does not confirm a government decision.
Manchester United reportedly nears £20m Betway training-kit deal
A training-kit-only deal would let a gambling operator keep visibility at a top club as front-of-shirt sponsorship is banned.
Appointment
Lotto Rheinland-Pfalz appoints Christian Baldauf as managing director
The leadership change may shape the lottery’s approach to retail distribution, digital services and player protection.
Morgan Stanley sees possible extension of Italy retail gaming concessions
A delay and higher concession costs could affect operators’ renewal plans and the competitive position of smaller businesses.
KSA launches young-adult betting awareness campaign ahead of World Cup
Operators face a public campaign focused on sports betting risks among young adults during the World Cup.
Kenya’s GRA challenges proposed 20% tax on gambling winnings
The proposal could affect how operators account for player winnings, promotional prizes and deposits if enacted.
Tilman Fertitta agrees $5.7bn Caesars purchase
Fertitta's pending $5.7bn Caesars purchase signals a major Las Vegas Strip ownership shift for investors and suppliers.
Bologna questore suspends bar gambling permissions for seven days
The suspension removes a venue’s permissions after authorities found prohibited gambling activity on its premises.
South Africa’s NGB reports R3.075m forfeited from illegal gambling
The forfeitures show that court orders can remove proceeds from unlawful gambling from operators and players.
Sisal launches Super Win for Life in Italy on 3 June
The new game changes the national-pool lottery offering and may affect sales through tobacconist retailers.
Brazilian congressional committee schedules public hearing on betting impacts
The hearing brings government, consumer and labour representatives into discussion of betting’s economic and public-health effects.
Bologna police suspend venue authorisations for seven days over illegal gambling
The suspension removes the venue’s authorisations temporarily after police found prohibited gambling activity.
Fanatics Markets and ADI Predictstreet launch World Cup hub in 23 US states
The partnership extends ADI Predictstreet’s World Cup prediction-market offering into 23 US states through Fanatics Markets.
CFTC submits event-contract proposal to OMB for rulemaking
Formal rules could determine the compliance obligations for prediction-market platforms.
Italy panel questions enforcement of gambling advertising ban
Licensed operators face advertising restrictions while competing with unlicensed gambling businesses in Italy.
Citizens finds prediction-market combo users lose 18% on average
The findings offer operators and investors data on participant returns and the share of Kalshi activity from combo trades.
Louisiana legislature sends sports betting harassment bill to governor
If enacted, the measure would require sportsbook operators to enforce new exclusions and could expose licensees to sanctions.
Borgata and BetMGM link casino-floor games with online play in New Jersey
Connecting land-based and online offers gives Borgata and BetMGM a way to link casino operations across both channels.