Brazilian government tightens online betting advertising rules from 17 July
Operators, agencies and other parties promoting betting in Brazil will face new advertising restrictions.
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Reports
AGCO requires nerve-blocked thoroughbreds to be added to a list
The rule gives racing participants a listing requirement for horses that have undergone nerve blocking.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
EGBA reports member online GGR of €18bn in 2025
The figures provide operators and investors with a measure of member-company revenue and licensed-market reach across Europe.
KSA maintains Polymarket sanction following appeal
Operators see the KSA uphold its illegal gambling sanction against Polymarket despite the company's appeal arguments.
Alberta prepares to move gambling market from grey-market status
Operators and suppliers may need to prepare for a new regulated market in Alberta.
Report examines Alberta’s transition to regulated gambling
Alberta’s regulatory approach may affect gambling operators and suppliers preparing for its market transition.
Nevada sportsbooks report $249m wagering decline as executives cite prediction markets
The reported decline and competing claims put the impact of prediction markets on regulated sportsbook volumes under scrutiny.
DGOJ issues resolutions concerning Banegras Unión and Electraworks Ceuta
The resolutions concern two named gambling companies, but their subject and effects are not specified.
Panama gambling market records $1.33bn in wagers in January–May 2026
The figures show the relative scale and growth of land-based machines and online gambling in Panama’s regulated market.
Dutch Supreme Court rejects automatic recovery of pre-regulation gambling losses
Operators can assess whether historical gambling-loss claims remain viable after the court rejected automatic refunds.
Brazil investigation into Aviator exposes disputes over selective game enforcement
Unclear enforcement criteria could affect game providers distributing titles through aggregators across Brazil’s regulated and unlicensed sites.
NetWin selects Fast Track CRM and rewards solutions for Italy
The agreement brings Fast Track’s integrated player-management products to an Italian licensed operator.
Amusnet launches games on Entain’s bwin and Gioco Digitale in Italy
Operators and investors can see Amusnet’s certified games expanding across Entain’s two Italian casino platforms.
South African internet providers call for legal framework before gambling-site blocks
The proposed safeguards could shape how internet providers are required to block offshore gambling platforms.
PD deputies ask ministry to maintain Rai gambling-advertising ban
The question concerns whether the public broadcaster will retain an explicit gambling-advertising restriction in its service contract.
UK racing criticises UKGC stance on financial risk assessments
Racing's opposition highlights the compliance and cost burden operators and partners expect from the financial risk regime.
Acquisition
MERKUR completes acquisition of Victoria Gate Casino in Leeds
MERKUR can retain local jobs while transitioning Victoria Gate Casino to its brand after a temporary closure.
UK Gambling Commission introduces financial risk checks for high-spending players
Phased financial risk assessments will require operators to identify eligible customers under the Commission’s deposit thresholds.
BBB MP asks Dutch minister about illegal online gambling adverts
The questions address enforcement of illegal gambling adverts and the effects of proposed restrictions on licensed operators.
Penalty
Kansspelautoriteit rejects Polymarket’s objection to €420,000 penalty
The decision maintains the Dutch regulator’s enforcement action against Polymarket’s offering to users in the Netherlands.
Ontario permits credit card deposits for regulated online gambling
Payment-method rules affect operators’ deposit options and regulators’ oversight of gambling safeguards.
CazéTV disputes Brazil claims over World Cup betting broadcasts
The dispute concerns how betting-related commentary in broadcasts is treated under Brazil’s advertising rules.
Bombay High Court maintains stay on new Goa casino vessel until August hearing
The order keeps the proposed casino vessel from entering port while certification and court-permission issues remain unresolved.
UK Gambling Commission proceeds with financial risk assessments, BGC objects
UK operators may need to adapt checks for high-spending customers as the regulator proceeds despite BGC objections.
BGC criticises UK Gambling Commission’s financial risk assessment plans
Operators face planned checks while the BGC questions data reliability, consumer effects, and the Commission’s pilot evaluation.