Anseja challenges Brazil betting ban in Supreme Court
The court challenges could determine whether betting operators must comply with the measure’s access restrictions and authorisation termination.
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Century Casinos agrees to sell two Alberta properties for US$16.4 million
The proposed transaction would transfer two Alberta casino operations to Highfield, with proceeds intended to reduce Century’s debt.
TikTok limits US random card breaks to Surprise Sets and its randomisation tool
Sellers must use TikTok’s approved feature and randomisation tool to run permitted breaks and avoid listing removal, livestream restrictions or account suspension.
Brazilian government suspends fixed-odds betting under provisional measure
The provisional measure requires licensed companies to close operations within ten days, subject to parliamentary approval.
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DR Gaming Technology appoints Koen De Wispelaere as CEO
De Wispelaere’s appointment shifts DR Gaming Technology’s leadership to its former CFO, while the co-founder remains executive chairman.
Brazil's provisional online gambling ban prompts Flutter and Entain outlook revisions
Operators must reassess Brazil’s contribution to revenue and earnings while the provisional measure awaits congressional approval.
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GLI adds Gavin Isaacs to board in advisory role pending regulatory approval
The appointment remains conditional on regulatory review, so its formal status is not yet settled.
Brazil measure prompts warning that illegal betting could fill market gap
The measure could affect the balance between regulated operators and illegal betting in Brazil.
Lotería de Córdoba and rugby union agree on illegal betting access controls
The agreement gives participating clubs and families tools to restrict minors’ access to illegal betting sites.
Asonabade urges Dominican Republic to review gambling bill
Changes to the bill could shape market rules for betting shops and online gambling operators.
Florida attorney general demands removal of sweepstakes gambling adverts
The demand extends Florida’s action on sweepstakes gambling to platforms carrying adverts, with a response deadline for each company.
PAGCOR sets 1 January 2027 smart-table conversion deadline for Manila resorts
The deadline gives the four resorts a defined start date for meeting PAGCOR’s smart-table requirement.
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Isaacs joins GLI board in advisory role
The appointment adds a former Entain chief executive to GLI’s board in an advisory capacity.
Sixth Circuit rejects Kalshi appeal over Ohio and Tennessee sports betting enforcement
Kalshi faces application of Ohio and Tennessee sports betting laws following the Sixth Circuit's ruling against it.
Florida attorney general seeks details on sweepstakes casino advertising
Platforms face state scrutiny over whether their safeguards prevent advertisements for unlicensed sweepstakes casinos from reaching Florida residents.
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Spectrum Gaming Group appoints Tim Miller as senior regulatory advisor
Spectrum adds regulatory expertise to support its work on modernisation, responsible-gambling frameworks and policy development.
Brazilian trade groups ask Supreme Court to suspend online betting ban
A suspension could keep existing betting licences in force while the measure faces legal and congressional review.
Brazilian government suspends online sports betting for up to 120 days
Operators face an immediate nationwide prohibition that may lapse unless both chambers of Congress ratify the measure.
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GLI appoints Gavin Isaacs as board adviser
GLI’s board gains advice from Gavin Isaacs, a former chief executive of Scientific Games and Entain.
Florida attorney general demands platforms address sweepstakes casino advertising
The letters put advertising platforms under scrutiny over promotion of operators Uthmeier says are unauthorised in Florida.
NLGRB meets operators ahead of 2027 licence renewals
Operators and applicants received expectations for 2027 licence renewals through NLGRB’s stakeholder meeting.
DigiPlus prepares customer withdrawals after Brazil betting prohibition
The prohibition and withdrawal timetable affect DigiPlus’s Brazilian customers and the company’s operations in the market.
Sixth Circuit allows Ohio and Tennessee gambling laws to cover event contracts
Kalshi’s sports event contracts may face state gambling laws in Ohio and Tennessee because the court rejected its federal swaps argument.
Flutter forecasts Brazil ban will cut 2026 revenue by about $70m
Brazil’s ban threatens Flutter’s revenue and EBITDA, while Allwyn is preparing legal action to protect Kaizen Gaming’s licence.
BGC launches campaign against proposed 40% Machine Games Duty rate in Britain
The proposed 40% rate could expose betting shop operators to closures and job losses, according to the modelling cited by the BGC.