EU court to hear Mr Green bank-account seizure case on 21 May 2026
The ruling could clarify how EU account-freezing rules apply to cross-border claims against gambling operators.
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LUISS and Prisma reports estimate Italy’s illegal gambling market at €29.8bn
The estimates set out the scale of illegal activity and potential fiscal exposure relevant to operators and policymakers.
Polymarket opens US app access to selected users
The rollout expands Polymarket’s US access to selected users through its iOS app.
Renato Loiero cites 92% channelling rate in defence of Italy’s licensing system
Loiero’s remarks address the operating framework and support measures affecting Italy’s licensed gambling sector.
Kahnawà:ke gaming group publishes documents on proposed EGD expansion
Community feedback will inform recommendations on whether to expand electronic gaming devices in Kahnawà:ke.
Source: Kahnawake Gaming Commission
Results
Galaxy Entertainment reports 11% Q1 revenue growth in Macao
Divergent quarterly revenue results offer investors contrasting signals from two Macao casino operators.
New Mexico tribes sue Kalshi over sports event contracts
The lawsuit and Minnesota bill could affect the availability of sports prediction markets in those jurisdictions.
Results
Brightstar reports $587m Q1 revenue and raises adjusted EBITDA 15%
Brightstar’s revenue and EBITDA forecasts give investors a basis to assess its 2026 outlook.
North Macedonia government proposes gambling advertising and venue restrictions
Operators would face proposed advertising limits and minimum distances from schools if parliament approves the bill.
Arizona federal court bars state action against CFTC-regulated event contracts
The injunction limits Arizona’s enforcement against covered event contracts while the dispute over state and federal authority continues.
Italy’s Council of State upholds Ventimiglia gaming hall closure order
The ruling confirms that operators taking over a gaming venue must submit the required transfer application to continue operating.
UK government sets three priorities for Illegal Gambling Taskforce
The taskforce’s remit sets out how government and industry stakeholders will coordinate work on illegal gambling payments, advertising and enforcement.
Oklahoma governor vetoes sweepstakes casino ban as Senate rejects sports betting bill
The veto leaves the proposed sweepstakes restrictions unenacted, while the Senate rejection keeps the sports betting proposal from advancing.
Brazil SPA convenes first 2026 SINAPO betting forum meeting
State participation in the forum could shape coordination and regulatory approaches to lottery betting across Brazil.
German authorities seize illegal gambling machines in Delmenhorst and Wald-Michelbach
Seizures and fines highlight enforcement risks for venues hosting illegal gambling machines.
Iowa casinos report $146.3m in April gaming revenue, up 4%
The revenue figure gives operators and investors an update on Iowa’s land-based casino market.
DraftKings launches Combos event-contract feature with up to six selections
The feature and fee structure alter how customers can trade DraftKings event contracts.
Brazilian minister Guilherme Boulos calls for a total betting ban
A proposed ban from a senior government minister signals political opposition to Brazil’s regulated betting framework.
Italian court hears evidence on alleged illegal betting in End Game case
The case includes alleged illegal betting alongside financial-crime charges, relevant to enforcement and compliance monitoring.
Kenyan authorities destroy 25 illegal gambling machines in Kariobangi North
The operation signals enforcement action against illegal gambling machines and their suppliers in the sub-county.
UK government sets Illegal Gambling Taskforce remit for payments and advertising
Operators and payment and technology providers may be asked to contribute to non-legislative measures against illegal gambling.
Licence
Brazil’s SPA-MF authorises Lindau Gaming to remove SPIN betting brand
The authorisation changes the brands Lindau Gaming can operate under in Brazil’s regulated betting market.
Alberta approves IBIA as integrity monitor ahead of betting market launch
Operators entering Alberta will be subject to an integrity-monitoring framework that includes suspicious-wagering alerts.
Licence
Gaming Corps secures conditional Alberta supplier licence ahead of July launch
The conditional licence enables Gaming Corps to supply gaming software to Alberta operators.
Anápolis court dismisses consumer claim against Novibet over betting losses
The ruling addresses the circumstances in which betting operators may be held liable for a customer’s losses.