Vietnamese police target alleged gambling promotion network in Hanoi
The raid shows Vietnamese enforcement targeting alleged illegal gambling promotion networks and the businesses supporting them.
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Reports
Caesars and IGT launch Cash Eruption titles at three Atlantic City casinos
The launch adds IGT titles to Caesars’ land-based casino offering in Atlantic City.
Macau Judiciary Police runs illegal football betting awareness campaign
The campaign warns operators and local businesses about illegal betting activity and the criminal risks associated with it.
LatAm gambling industry figures debate tax rates and illegal-market risks
Tax levels may affect operators’ ability to compete with offshore sites, according to one participant in the debate.
Licence
Finland’s National Police Board receives nearly 50 gambling licence applications
Applicants need to account for the board’s stated review process as Finland prepares its competitive online gambling market.
LatAm gaming leaders debate tax rises and illegal betting markets
Tax levels can affect regulated operators’ ability to compete with offshore betting sites.
Brazil plans to publish concluded betting authorisation files
Operators’ concluded authorisation files will become publicly accessible after protected information is removed.
Puerto Rico appeals court backs Games Commission on route-machine licences
The ruling keeps new route-machine operators from applying while the existing licence holders’ two-year period remains in force.
Betsul launches iPhone betting app in Brazil with Vibra Solutions
The launch gives Betsul another mobile distribution channel in Brazil’s licensed betting market.
Kalshi co-founder says Brazil’s restriction reflects misunderstanding of prediction markets
The ministry’s restriction and Kalshi’s planned engagement leave the company’s access to Brazil’s market unresolved.
Licence
Illinois lawmakers approve possible extension for Bally's temporary Chicago licence
Bally’s temporary casino could continue operating while the permanent Chicago project remains under construction.
Appointment
IBJR appoints Carlos Lima as executive president
The appointment changes leadership at an industry body engaging with Brazilian authorities on regulated betting.
Appointment
Spotlight Sports Group appoints Adam Gill as chief technology officer
Gill will oversee technology and engineering as Spotlight develops products and expands its use of AI.
Codere Online CEO targets World Cup customer growth in five core markets
Operators competing for World Cup customers must balance acquisition with retention and marketing costs.
BetConstruct identifies Latin America as a platform growth market
Operators and suppliers assessing Latin American expansion face distinct national rules and market-entry costs.
ADI Predictstreet launches platform three days before 2026 World Cup
The launch puts the Gibraltar-licensed predictions platform live ahead of its stated World Cup partnership.
ADI Predictstreet launches World Cup prediction platform in 23 US states
The launch extends the platform’s prediction-market availability across 23 US states through its Fanatics Markets partnership.
Palermo racecourse reports illegal betting scheme to LOTBA
The complaint seeks action against illegal online betting affecting horse racing in Buenos Aires City.
AGCO reminds Ontario alcohol permit holders of World Cup operating rules
Permit holders must observe AGCO rules on alcohol service and prevent illegal gambling during increased World Cup activity.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO sets out Ontario gambling and age rules for World Cup visitors
The guidance informs visitors and gambling businesses about Ontario’s age, identification and online betting requirements.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Acquisition
Novomatic acquires Pierre de Jonge Casinos in the Netherlands
The acquisition changes ownership in the Dutch land-based casino sector, while deal terms and the transfer date remain undisclosed.
Dutch government explores future options for Nederlandse Loterij
The review could affect the state-owned lottery operator’s ownership, while its timing remains unclear.
New York sportsbooks record more than $200m in May revenue as GGR falls 16%
The reported May figures show a monthly decline while New York sportsbooks remained above $200m in revenue.
GGL warns against illegal sports betting ahead of 2026 World Cup
Operators should expect closer scrutiny of advertising, streaming coverage and new betting markets during the tournament.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Lucas do Rio Verde council approves restrictions on betting advertising
If enacted, the bill would impose local advertising restrictions and warning requirements on betting campaigns in the municipality.