Spanish government opens proceedings over Kalshi and Polymarket ban
The proceedings put the companies’ access to the Spanish market under regulatory scrutiny.
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GGL joins European regulators roundtable in Rome on prediction markets
Regulators from seven countries discussed prediction markets, so operators face tighter European coordination on a product German law classes as illegal gambling.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Licence
Digitain says Denmark approves live casino supply licence
The approval allows Digitain to offer live casino products to operators in Denmark’s regulated market.
JCM installs cash box system across 1,150 Harrah’s Ak-Chin machines
The installation adds automated cash-drop and monitoring tools across the casino’s gaming machines.
North Carolina governor bars executive employees from insider prediction-market bets
The order sets limits on prediction-market activity for executive-branch employees while leaving other state institutions outside its scope.
Appointment
Entain appoints Sheila Bangalore as independent non-executive director
The appointment adds an independent director and brings Entain’s board to 11 members.
Bede powers Sunbet’s online gaming launch in Namibia
The platform partnership enables Sunbet to enter Namibia with a multi-product online gambling offering.
Licence
Arizona Department of Gaming reopens event wagering licence applications in June
Prospective operators can apply during the stated window, as Arizona’s framework allows more licences than are currently active.
CFTC and Gemini seek to overturn $5 million penalty
The request could affect the penalty and injunction imposed on Gemini over its futures business.
AGA estimates prediction markets cost states and tribes $1 billion in tax revenue
The estimate and jurisdiction dispute could inform state and tribal tax and oversight decisions on prediction markets.
Brazil committee seeks further data as deputies debate fixed-odds betting ban
The proposed nationwide ban could change the rules for licensed betting operators if lawmakers advance the bill.
Kangwon Land joins operation targeting four suspected illegal gambling venues
The operation shows authorities are targeting suspected illegal gambling venues near Kangwon Land’s resort.
Brazilian lawmakers file bills to ban sports betting advertising
The proposals could restrict operators’ advertising, sponsorship and product offerings if enacted.
India's Supreme Court upholds 28% GST on skill-based online games
Taxing full wager values retrospectively could increase liabilities for online gaming operators.
Brazilian lawmakers debate betting impacts as officials call for tighter measures
The hearing could shape debate over stricter betting rules and consumer-health measures in Brazil.
KSA data show Dutch illegal betting market grows more than 57%
The reported revenue-share decline and market growth highlight how Dutch tax conditions coincide with changes in licensed operators’ position.
Dina Titus proposes barring sports event contracts on federal exchanges
The proposed bill could restrict federally regulated exchanges from listing sports-related contracts, creating uncertainty for prediction-market operators.
Fanatics Markets and ADI Predictstreet launch World Cup hub in 23 US states
The partnership extends ADI Predictstreet’s World Cup prediction-market offering into 23 US states through Fanatics Markets.
Kenya’s GRA urges lawmakers to reconsider proposed 20% tax on winnings
Operators may face changes to the tax base if Parliament adopts the bill’s proposed treatment of winnings and cash equivalents.
Borgata and BetMGM link casino-floor games with online play in New Jersey
Connecting land-based and online offers gives Borgata and BetMGM a way to link casino operations across both channels.
Manchester United reportedly nears £20m Betway training-kit deal
A training-kit-only deal would let a gambling operator keep visibility at a top club as front-of-shirt sponsorship is banned.
Bull Gaming CEO calls for more time on Italy’s land-based gambling reform
A delay or revision could affect the rules governing Italy’s land-based gambling venues and concession framework.
ADM opens 23 senior roles, including two gaming offices, in Italy
The vacancies include leadership roles overseeing gaming machines, online gambling and betting at ADM.
International Entertainment signs PHP566.95m Manila casino construction contract
The contract funds further hotel and casino renovations at International Entertainment’s Manila property.
KSA launches young-adult betting awareness campaign ahead of World Cup
Operators face a public campaign focused on sports betting risks among young adults during the World Cup.