EU committee considers 1% gambling revenue levy
Progress toward considering an EU-wide gambling revenue levy signals distant but notable tax risk for operators and investors.
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CIRSA reports 9.4% online gaming revenue growth to €143m
The update signals CIRSA plans further capital deployment for acquisitions while reporting online growth amid higher taxes.
New Zealand estimates offshore online gambling spend at NZ$1.36bn annually
The estimates give policymakers and prospective licensees a measure of offshore spending ahead of the regulated market launch.
New Jersey senator proposes gambling oversight and tax measures
Operators could face new self-exclusion liability, tax rates and monthly activity-reporting requirements if the proposals pass.
UKGC reiterates limited expected impact of financial risk assessments
Operators should note the UKGC says financial risk assessments should barely affect most British bettors.
H2GC projects UK illegal gambling stakes could reach £33bn by 2028
The forecast informs UK operators and policymakers about the potential scale of illegal-market activity and its stated competitive risks.
Enschede policymakers seek to raise Dutch online gambling age to 24
A higher age limit could reshape operators’ eligible customer base and the debate over protections against unlicensed gambling.
Italian Democratic Party asks government to clarify online gambling top-ups
The requested clarification could affect payment controls and compliance obligations for online gambling operators and top-up points.
Michigan Gaming Control Board reports April online gambling figures
The figures show month-on-month declines in both online casino and sports betting revenue in Michigan.
Appointment
Xace appoints Lahcene Merzoug to its advisory board
Merzoug will advise Xace on strategy and strengthening its presence in gaming markets.
KSA warns Dutch operators over gambling advertising during World Cup
Dutch licensed operators risk immediate intervention if World Cup advertising or sports betting offers breach restrictions.
EU court lets national judges consider asset freezes in cross-border gambling claims
The ruling may affect how operators address cross-border claims and asset-freezing applications tied to gambling losses.
UK Gambling Commission reports £16.8bn sector GGY for 2024-25
Operators and suppliers face continued enforcement against illegal gambling alongside regulatory attention to market data and innovation.
Federal prosecutors seek detention in Chicago-area illegal gambling case
The case concerns alleged debt collection and intimidation connected to an illegal gambling operation.
Latvia reports €44.1 million in iGaming revenue for Q1 2026
The reported quarterly revenue and growth offer a measure of Latvia’s iGaming market.
Results
Newport World Resorts reports 15% gaming revenue decline to PHP5bn
The results show operators a decline in gaming revenue alongside lower promotional spending and continuing weakness in VIP play.
DGOJ opens €950,620 research grant call on gambling-related disorders
The call offers research funding for work on gambling-related disorders, prevention and associated risks.
Aragón’s electronic bingo market holds at 638 terminals in 2025
Stable terminal numbers and wagering provide operators and suppliers with a clear view of Aragón’s electronic bingo market.
Brazilian betting operators must block Desenrola beneficiaries’ accounts
Operators must apply account restrictions and handle affected balances and open bets under the programme’s rules.
Polymarket files self-certification for US sports parlay contracts
The proposed contract structure and launch timing help operators and regulators assess Polymarket’s plans for US sports-event contracts.
ACMA orders ISPs to block six illegal gambling websites in Australia
The order removes six sites from access in Australia and reinforces the compliance risk for operators targeting the market without authorisation.
Tender
Spain opens €950,620 grant call for gambling-harm research
Eligible research bodies can seek public funding for gambling-harm research, while gambling operators are excluded from their governing bodies.
Angel Group advances AI baccarat tracking beyond RFID chips
The approach could change how casinos monitor baccarat bets and collect table data.
Neuquén renews casino concessions with hotel investment conditions
Operators receiving concessions must fund accommodation projects and meet updated oversight and compliance conditions.
Nevada Gaming Control Board advances AML rules for casino operators
Operators must adjust AML oversight and payment controls, with a new funding restriction due in late October.