Eswatini authorities seek larger venue for proceedings involving 146 gambling suspects
The case concerns alleged illegal online gambling activity and the prosecution of 146 suspects in Eswatini.
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Acquisition
Genius Sports completes acquisition of Legend for up to $1.2bn
The acquisition adds a portfolio of gambling affiliate websites to Genius Sports’ business.
Appointment
VNLOK appoints former MP Rosemarijn Dral as director
Dral will lead VNLOK’s engagement with members, government, regulators and partners.
Hard Rock Digital secures MLB player image rights across North America
The partnership gives Hard Rock Digital licensed MLB player identities for sports betting advertising across North America.
Gibraltar commissioner warns European gambling rules may fuel black market
The warning raises concerns about how gambling regulation in European markets could affect channelisation to licensed operators.
Rhode Island iGaming wagers reach $161.9m in March
Operators and investors can use the record wagering total to assess Rhode Island’s iGaming activity.
Fennica Gaming launches eInstant games with Allwyn in Czech Republic
The launch gives Fennica Gaming access to Czech players through Allwyn’s FunPark platform.
South Dakota casinos record $1.6m in sports bets in March
The record provides operators and investors with a measure of South Dakota casino sports betting activity.
EKG ranks Kalshi fourth in US sportsbook handle-per-adult estimates
Operators and investors should distinguish EKG’s partner-inclusive handle estimate from standalone sportsbook reporting.
EveryMatrix launches platform with Betsson Africa in Cameroon
The reported launches and agreements expand suppliers’ distribution and platform presence across several regulated markets.
Brazil sets CBS rules for betting and lottery operators
Operators need to account for the decree’s tax-base rules and the reported planned increases in betting tax rates.
Bangladesh government plans nationwide action against illegal gambling
Operators face a stated prospect of coordinated enforcement against illegal gambling and related activity across Bangladesh.
Lula announces year-long betting platform block for debt programme participants
Betting platforms will need to block programme participants from accessing their services for one year.
CNC study estimates R$143.8bn in betting-related retail losses over two years
The dispute concerns how betting-market measures inform estimates of effects on Brazilian retail and household finances.
Nevada sportsbooks report $763m in March wagers as handle falls 11.3%
The figures give Nevada operators and investors a measure of monthly wagering volume and sportsbook revenue.
Appointment
Crown Resorts appoints Ken Janssen as Crown Sydney CEO pending approval
Crown Sydney’s leadership change remains subject to regulatory approval and affects the resort’s management transition.
Russian finance ministry proposes 30% tax on online casino profits
The proposal could establish a tax and regulatory framework for online casino operators in Russia.
PlayCity launches online complaints tool for illegal gambling adverts in Ukraine
The reporting system gives operators and regulators a route to flag advertising that may breach Ukraine’s rules.
NBA urges CFTC to require integrity controls for sports-event contracts
The NBA’s proposals could shape CFTC rules governing sports-related contracts on designated markets.
Caesars partners with ALT Sports Data on Formula 1 betting markets
The agreement adds data-supported Formula 1 markets to Caesars and William Hill betting operations.
NBA urges CFTC to tighten prediction-market rules for sports contracts
The NBA’s proposals could shape federal rules for prediction-market operators offering sports event contracts.
UK Gambling Commission expects council gambling assessment powers to become law
The proposed assessments could give English councils a new basis for refusing gambling venue licence applications.
Ontario AGCO permits cannabis store delivery and curbside collection under conditions
Ontario retailers must meet staffing, location and time restrictions when offering delivery and curbside collection.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Ontario AGCO sets operating rules for authorised cannabis stores
Retailers must comply with operating, record-keeping, staff training and sales restrictions to keep their authorisation.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Ontario allows cannabis stores to open from 7am from 1 May 2026
The revised hours let Ontario cannabis retailers begin in-store sales and curbside collection earlier, while delivery hours stay fixed.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)