Aragón notifies EU of proposed gambling rules with standstill to 15 September
Affected companies may need a public limited company form or equivalent under Aragón’s proposed rules.
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Vyking Ventures invests in PrizeKings prize draw business
The investment supports PrizeKings’ development and expansion in South Africa and the UK.
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Fondazione FAIR offers €50,000 for responsible-gambling research in Italy
Eligible research institutions have until 16 November to seek funding for responsible-gambling studies.
EU Court says Italy may require police authorisation for betting collection
The ruling clarifies how national concession and police-authorisation requirements may apply to cross-border betting operators.
KSA criticises TOTO Online advertising for using role models
The criticism signals regulatory scrutiny of TOTO Online’s sports-betting advertising during the World Cup.
Berlin authorities seize 22 illegal gambling machines in raid
The seizure shows enforcement activity against illegal gambling venues in Berlin.
CFTC sues New Mexico to block state gambling laws for prediction markets
The case could affect whether state gambling laws apply to federally regulated prediction markets.
BGC asks Meta and Google to discuss illegal gambling
The BGC's open letter invites Meta and Google to join its work against illegal gambling.
RubyPlay launches games with Fanatics Casino in New Jersey
Fanatics Casino’s launch gives RubyPlay a new channel for games in New Jersey’s regulated iGaming market.
KSA warns Smart Gaming over missed Cruks checks in the Netherlands
Operators must ensure Cruks checks work before customers can access gambling services.
Mindway AI launches Gamalyze Sports with DraftKings deployment
Operators can use the tool to assess bettors’ risk profiles through a sports-themed game.
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BGC's Hurst addresses UK tax rises in SBC Leaders interview
UK tax rises on gambling affect operators' costs and the BGC's lobbying priorities, as discussed by its chief executive.
MP-DF opens civil inquiry into Spribe’s supply of Aviator in Brazil
The inquiry could affect suppliers’ exposure when games are offered by operators without federal authorisation.
Stifel raises Penn Entertainment price target to $25
The analyst cited online casino growth and reduced digital losses when raising Penn’s price target and maintaining a buy rating.
Italy’s Court of Cassation upholds convictions in clandestine lottery case
The ruling confirms criminal liability for an organised illegal lottery operation and its established mafia link.
Italy’s Court of Cassation says gaming venues may choose standard VAT regime
Gaming-machine businesses can argue for standard VAT treatment based on their accounting and tax conduct.
CFTC challenges New Mexico’s authority over Kalshi prediction markets
The case could determine whether state gaming laws can be applied to prediction markets overseen by the CFTC.
RubyPlay launches games with Fanatics Casino in New Jersey
The partnership makes RubyPlay games available on Fanatics Casino’s New Jersey platform.
Guardia di Finanza executes 13 custody orders in Palermo betting investigation
The investigation concerns alleged illegal sports betting operations and cash-based betting collection in Palermo.
URHH warns Slovak licensees over World Cup marketing compliance
Slovakia's URHH warned online and land-based licensees to keep World Cup marketing within consumer protection and responsible gambling standards.
Illinois Lottery reports April sales of $312.2m
The sales figure gives lottery stakeholders a reported measure of Illinois Lottery performance for April.
Lazio Regional Administrative Court upholds ADM rules for online concessionaires
The ruling confirms that non-applicant concessionaires face restrictions and an orderly wind-down under the transition rules.
PG SOFT names Chris Gayle global brand ambassador
Chris Gayle’s ambassador role will support PG SOFT’s international marketing, promotions, social media and player engagement.
Madrid allows taxpayers to request gambling tax certificates
The rules set conditions and a fee for operators or other taxpayers seeking records of gambling-tax payments.
Madrid approves taxpayer-defence bill covering regional gambling taxes
Gambling companies could use the proposed tax account to check their fiscal information and case status.