CFTC proposes limits on prediction-market contracts tied to sensitive events
Prediction-market platforms may need to account for proposed pre-market review of contracts involving sensitive events.
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Reports
Missouri Gaming Commission reports $183.3m casino revenue for May
The figures show operators how Missouri casino revenue and its slots and table-game components changed in May.
STS presents proposals to AGCOM on gambling advertising
STS’s proposals give AGCOM input on social media promotion and public gambling communications.
Spillemyndigheden reminds Danish operators to assess AML risks before new technology launches
Operators must account for money-laundering risks before launching new games, payment solutions or other technology in Denmark.
Appointment
BetConstruct AI appoints Lena Yasir as chief executive
BetConstruct AI’s new CEO is tasked with revenue, technical development and partnerships in regulated gaming markets.
Catania police chief suspends Biancavilla betting shop for seven days
The suspension prevents the shop from operating for seven days and suspends its authorisations under the stated public-security provision.
STS says it presented gambling communication proposals at AGCOM hearing
The hearing gave land-based gaming retailers a direct opportunity to present their position on gambling communications to AGCOM.
Dutch regulator data show illegal online gambling revenue exceeded licensed market in H1 2025
Illegal operators generated more revenue than licensed operators, highlighting a challenge for market regulation and channeling.
Nevada Gaming Control Board reports 81% Strip casino net income decline in 2025
Strip operators face lower income and visitor numbers alongside falling revenue.
Pennsylvania representative proposes blocking gambling apps on school grounds
If enacted, operators would need to prevent access to their gambling apps across school premises.
Boa Lion seeks to acquire Bingão do Brasil pending CADE approval
The proposed acquisition could expand Boa Lion’s Brazilian bingo business, subject to competition approval.
Florida authorities arrest 11 and seize 479 illegal gaming machines
The enforcement action targets illegal gambling businesses and raises scrutiny of payment services linked to them.
Spillemyndigheden reminds Danish operators to assess money-laundering risks before changes
Operators must factor new products and technologies into anti-money-laundering risk assessments before commercial launch.
Appointment
ATG appoints Anna Romboli as CEO from December 2026
ATG’s leadership transition is scheduled for December 2026, while Forsberg remains CEO until then.
BoyleSports joins IBIA integrity partnership
BoyleSports, licensed in Ireland, Great Britain and Gibraltar, becomes a partner of the International Betting Integrity Association.
Janja urges Brazilians to block online betting platforms
Public calls to block betting platforms may intensify scrutiny of Brazil’s regulation and operator safeguards.
Brazil betting experts urge compliance checks ahead of World Cup
Licensed operators face compliance obligations covering customer identification, financial monitoring and responsible gambling.
Brazil Senate committee invites finance minister to discuss betting oversight
The proposed hearing could bring parliamentary scrutiny to operator approvals, enforcement and consumer protections.
Acquisition
Boa Lion agrees to acquire Bingão do Brasil pending CADE review
Boa Lion’s expansion depends on competition approval, while the acquired developer has not begun commercial operations.
PiniOn survey finds 25.2% of Brazilians plan World Cup bets
Operators and regulators can use the survey’s budget and spending findings to assess betting plans around the tournament.
UKGC warns operators over money laundering controls and AI use
Operators face renewed UKGC scrutiny of AML controls and AI use, with past AML failures drawing penalties of up to £19.2m.
Nevada Gaming Control Board reports 34.8% fall in casino net profit
The figures give operators and investors a regulator-reported view of Nevada casino profitability and revenue for the fiscal year.
LIGA MX names Polymarket exclusive US prediction-markets partner
The partnership pairs Polymarket’s exclusive US markets with Genius Sports’ official data and integrity information-sharing.
EGP-FIPE warns Italian Senate gambling sector faces regulatory deadlock
Operators face a frozen concessions framework and fragmented local rules that the trade body says push play towards online and unregulated channels.
Appointment
ATG appoints Svenska Spel executive Anna Romboli as CEO
ATG can plan for Romboli’s December 2026 arrival while Forsberg remains acting CEO until then.