MPTCU asks Brazil’s TCU to require transparency in betting authorisations
The request could affect how betting operators’ ownership information is disclosed in Brazil’s authorisation process.
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Chilean lawmakers propose biometric checks for online betting platforms
If approved, the proposal would require online betting platforms to add biometric identification controls for users in Chile.
FeedConstruct secures exclusive Ecuador basketball league rights
The rights give betting operators access to broadcast and data content from Liga Básquet Pro matches.
Globo agrees to acquire Bingão do Brasil amid Brazil market plans
The acquisition concerns a prospective electronic bingo business while Brazil’s bill covering bingo and physical casinos remains pending in Congress.
Appointment
DraftKings appoints Andrew Winchell as government affairs lead
The appointment gives DraftKings a named government affairs lead with experience in comparable roles.
Sorocaba council debates gambling-ad restrictions and addiction-prevention proposals
The proposals could change how betting companies advertise in municipal spaces and how local services address gambling harm.
Lotep meets TikTok to discuss digital advertising and Paraíba lottery rules
The discussion addresses how digital-platform advertising and content policies interact with oversight of authorised lottery operators.
MPTCU asks Brazil’s audit court to require disclosure of betting-company owners
The requested ruling could affect the disclosure of ownership information in betting-operator authorisation records.
Indian Gaming Association leaders criticise CFTC prediction market rules proposal
The proposal could reshape the regulatory framework for sports event contracts and affect tribal and state gaming interests.
Syria’s communications ministry blocks gambling and betting websites
The temporary blocks and ad-removal requests affect access to gambling websites and their promotion in Syria.
Netherlands proposes gambling advertising ban and cross-platform deposit limits
Operators may face new advertising, inducement and player-affordability requirements if the proposed legislation is adopted.
Portugal launches campaign against illegal gambling and plans legislation
The planned legal changes and stronger agency cooperation could increase enforcement pressure on unlicensed operators.
CFTC approves ProphetX as US contract market and clearing organisation
CFTC registrations enable ProphetX to operate event-contract trading, clearing and settlement under federal oversight.
ADI Predictstreet launches sports prediction markets in UK and Ireland through Matchbook
The arrangement adds another prediction-markets brand to Matchbook’s exchange under Triplebet’s existing UK regulatory framework.
Blask finds UK and Turkey have lowest iGaming demand concentration across 133 markets
Blask’s figures show top brands hold less than half of demand in the UK and Turkey, indicating less concentrated markets.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission launches legal betting awareness campaign ahead of World Cup
The campaign directs residents towards state-regulated operators and highlights protections they are required to provide.
Indian Gaming Association raises prediction-market concerns at Tribal Leaders Summit
The association’s advocacy addresses potential effects of federal prediction-market oversight on tribal gaming authority.
Betting and Gaming Council urges UK action against illegal gambling market
The proposals could affect enforcement expectations for platforms and service providers connected to unlicensed gambling businesses.
Illinois Gaming Board extends Bally's Chicago temporary casino deadline to 2027
The extension lets Bally's continue operating its temporary Chicago casino while construction of the permanent venue proceeds.
Results
Citigroup reports Macau casino revenue run rate down 20% in mid-June
Operators and investors can use the reported revenue slowdown and forecast to assess near-term Macau casino performance.
Acquisition
Alberta court approves IGP acquisition of Gamehost for CAD13.65 per share
Final court approval clears the way for IGP to acquire Gamehost, following shareholder backing.
Austria coalition negotiates gambling reform and proposed operator cooling-off period
The proposed licensing rules and exclusion period could affect which operators qualify to enter Austria's online market.
Illinois lawmakers defer proposal to merge gaming and racing regulators
The proposal would change oversight arrangements for gambling licences and disciplinary matters in Illinois.
NyesteCasino report outlines regulatory developments across gambling markets
The cited changes could affect operator access, product rules and payment options in the named markets.
Florida, Massachusetts and Nevada regulators discuss illegal online gambling enforcement
Operators face enforcement and consumer-awareness initiatives aimed at illegal gambling sites and their promotion.