Betstarters executive urges Italy to adopt Malta-style regulatory discussions
Miceli’s comments raise concerns for operators about how regulatory restrictions may affect illegal gambling and industry consultation.
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Reports
Malta opinion extends EU review of Austria gambling amendments to 7 December
The extension narrows the time available for operators to prepare licence applications before the planned 1 January 2027 start.
Carabinieri and ADM fine bar owner €60,000 over illegal gambling devices
The fine and seizure show the enforcement exposure for venues providing access to unauthorised gambling platforms.
Giacobbe says Italy’s land-based gambling lacks coherent regulatory framework
The remarks point to uncertainty for land-based operators over the regulatory framework and technology expectations.
Canadian Heritage committee advances amended sports betting advertising bill
The bill could shape federal recommendations on sports betting advertising and measures to reduce harm to minors.
Merger
CIRSA reports €1.89bn revenue as Lottomatica merger vote approaches
CIRSA’s results and pending shareholder vote inform investors assessing the proposed combination with Lottomatica.
Licence
TRF-3 restores CDA Gaming’s operating licence pending final review in Brazil
The ruling allows CDA Gaming to resume operations while its challenge to the measure proceeds.
Italian lawyer calls for more consistent responsible-gambling rules across channels
Operators face differing responsible-gambling rules and obligations between Italy’s online and land-based sectors, according to Giacobbe.
Giacobbe calls for consistent Italian rules across online and land-based gambling
Operators face different responsible-gambling requirements across online and land-based channels, according to Giacobbe.
Lega deputy calls for balanced taxation of Italy’s slot sector
The comments concern potential tax treatment of land-based gambling operators in Italy’s budget measures.
Appointment
Basque Country government appoints Juan Carlos Medina as gaming director
The appointment identifies the new official responsible for gaming and shows in the Basque Country’s Security Department.
Flutter CEO sees further US betting legalisation opportunities after midterms
Potential state regulation could open new markets for Flutter, while Nebraska’s rejection and rising media costs add uncertainty.
Merger
CIRSA reports Q3 revenue growth as Lottomatica merger approaches
CIRSA’s reported growth and merger plans are relevant to investors tracking its results and corporate activity.
Google extends YouTube personalised ads to prediction markets in three markets
Operators need applicable licences and Google certification, while location rules restrict where prediction-market ads can run.
Italian lawmakers withdraw query on six online instant-win lotteries
The withdrawal leaves the separate Democratic Party question as the next stated parliamentary step on the six online lotteries.
Hesse coalition urges tougher action against illegal gambling
The appeal highlights concerns about illegal gambling and urges stronger enforcement and legal-market channelling.
Appointment
Szerencsejáték appoints Zoltán Sólyom as chief executive in Hungary
The appointment changes the leadership of Hungary’s state-owned gambling operator amid a wider restructuring.
Sicily tax court annuls betting-tax assessment worth hundreds of thousands of euros
The ruling removes a substantial tax assessment and addresses how a final criminal acquittal affects tax proceedings.
Licence
Finland’s National Police Board announces approvals for online gambling licences
Licence approvals signal which operators may be positioned to enter Finland’s liberalised online gambling market.
AGCOM consults on updating Italy’s gambling advertising guidance
The revised guidance could affect how gambling advertising rules apply to operators and digital platforms.
Italian Democratic Party MPs ask minister to revoke six Multiprice Kappa lottery approvals
Revocation could affect the authorised availability of six new online lotteries in Italy.
Brazilian government seeks betting ban through Congress and Supreme Court
The measure's progress and the pending court case could determine whether fixed-odds betting remains legal in Brazil.
Nebraska voters reject online sports betting measures
The rejection leaves the proposed expansion of online sports betting in Nebraska unapproved.
Michigan Gaming Control Board approves fixed-odds horse-racing wagers online
Operators in Michigan’s regulated online betting market may now offer fixed-odds horse-racing wagers under the board’s approval.
Appointment
FanDuel reportedly names Christian Genetski permanent CEO from January
The reported appointment would establish FanDuel’s permanent leadership, but neither company has confirmed it.