Dutch Supreme Court upholds validity of pre-regulation gambling agreements
The ruling rejects a basis for players to recover historic losses from operators over pre-2021 agreements.
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Kazakhstan banks reject 400,000 gambling-related transactions
Payment restrictions affect gambling operators’ access to banking and mobile transaction channels in Kazakhstan.
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Soft2Bet appoints Ryan Collinge executive vice-president for business development
Operators and entertainment brands will have a new Soft2Bet contact for business development and strategic partnerships.
ADM issues draft PACG 3.3 account-register protocol for online gambling
Remote-gambling concessionaires must prepare for revised account-registration messages and technical requirements.
ADM publishes draft PSR 3.0 protocol for betting shops
Betting concessionaires and collection-rights holders can test the revised retail betting protocol before implementation.
ADM updates online gambling communication verification procedures to version 1.2
Concessionaires and verification bodies must use the revised procedures and message specifications for system checks.
European Commission outlines DSA safeguards against gambling adverts targeting minors
The stated safeguards affect how online platforms may target advertising and manage gambling content accessible to minors.
ADM sets 2026 priorities for gambling oversight and illegal-market controls
Operators should prepare for ADM’s planned sector reorganisation, stronger oversight and action against illegal and underage gambling.
DAZN launches sportsbook and online casino in Ontario
DAZN’s Ontario entry adds another operator to the province’s competitive online market.
Ohio representatives introduce bill to restrict online sports betting
Ohio operators should track the bill, which proposes ending online and mobile sports betting but has not reached a committee.
Antimafia commission consultant calls for tighter gambling traceability in Italy
Torrigiani’s proposals could inform debate on gambling oversight and the sector’s pending regulatory reorganisation.
Ohio representatives propose banning online sports betting
If enacted, the proposal would require operators to stop online sports betting in Ohio and change permitted wagering practices.
Australia government stands by gambling advertising reforms amid backbench criticism
Operators and suppliers face proposed advertising restrictions from January 2027 if the bill proceeds, with backbench dissent signalling political risk.
Brazil’s SPA restricts betting access for debt-programme beneficiaries
Operators must update account checks, suspend affected accounts and return funds under the new requirements.
Forum of Family Associations presents eight gambling policy proposals to Italy’s Chamber president
The proposals could affect gambling supply, advertising and sponsorship rules if lawmakers take them forward.
Brazil Senate committee schedules online betting hearing without licensed operators
The hearing may inform debate on betting policy, while its listed participants exclude licensed operators and their associations.
South Africa advances gambling bill and advertising rules
Proposed advertising standards could become licensing conditions for operators across South Africa.
Family associations present gambling reform proposals to Italian parliament speaker
The proposals could affect gambling supply, advertising and local operating restrictions if adopted into policy.
AGCO allows eligible charities to livestream media bingo draws
The policy permits digital distribution of charitable bingo while distinguishing it from Betty’s commercial iGaming operations.
Ohio lawmakers introduce bill to ban online sports betting
Operators in Ohio could face a proposed ban on online wagering and several betting products.
French National Assembly approves proposed online betting loss cap for under-25s
Operators would need to adapt compliance systems once the government sets the cap and the measure completes its legislative process.
Gambling Commission's Miller flags disconnect with sector over financial risk assessments
Operators face continued uncertainty over when financial risk assessment checks will be fully implemented, with the Commission's decision already delayed.
Catawba Nation identifies two sites for planned North Carolina casinos
The plans could expand the Catawba Nation’s casino presence beyond its Two Kings project.
Castile and León plans updates to land-based gambling rules
Operators across five land-based sectors may face revised rules and a new regional responsible-gambling strategy.
Valencian legal council backs gambling decree's legality
The opinion supports the legal basis for proposed limits on new land-based gambling venues and machines.