High Court rejects Northern & Shell damages claims over National Lottery licence
The ruling removes the damages claim that could have reduced contributions to National Lottery good causes.
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Carabinieri uncover illegal gambling venue in Casapesenna; 26 people reported
The operation resulted in criminal referrals and a cash seizure linked by investigators to alleged illegal gambling.
Russian lawmakers advance bill to cut illegal casino blocking approvals to 48 hours
A shorter approval period could change how quickly agencies restrict access to illegal gambling sites in Russia.
House of Lords advances bill giving councils greater influence over gambling licences
If enacted, the amendment could affect gambling premises applications in areas identified by local authorities.
EU court backs national bans on foreign-licensed online gambling
Operators licensed in one EU state may face civil claims over services prohibited where their customers live.
Brazilian deputy proposes banning online betting under Bill PL-1808/2026
The bill proposes restrictions on online betting, advertising, sponsorships and related transactions, putting Brazil’s framework in question.
Licence
Massachusetts Gaming Commission opens sports betting licence registration window
Operators must register their intent within the stated window to pursue sports betting licences.
Illinois sports betting handle reaches $1.17bn in February
The reported increase provides operators and investors with a measure of Illinois betting activity for February.
High Court dismisses Desmond’s £1.3bn challenge to National Lottery award
The ruling leaves the Gambling Commission’s 2022 award of the fourth National Lottery licence to Allwyn standing.
Maryland lawmakers leave sweepstakes ban bill unpassed
Operators face no ban under the bill this session, while the state agency continues enforcement against websites it deems illegal.
José Guimarães says Brazil Congress favours betting regulation over prohibition
The minister's comments signal that proposed measures are likely to focus on regulating betting rather than prohibiting it.
Brazil government prepares betting restrictions for debt-refinancing participants
If adopted, the decree would restrict eligible customers' access to online betting and impose new advertising requirements on operators.
Brazilian police arrest Golden Cat executives in illegal betting probe
The investigation targets payment infrastructure alleged to have processed funds from illegal betting platforms.
High Court rejects challenge to Gambling Commission’s Allwyn lottery award
The ruling leaves Allwyn’s licence award intact for now, while Northern & Shell’s planned appeal leaves the dispute open.
Award
High Court upholds Allwyn’s National Lottery licence after challenges
The ruling removes the legal challenges described in the report to Allwyn’s National Lottery licence award.
Swiss authorities seize CHF55,000 and €6,500 in illegal poker raid
The proceedings concern suspected unauthorised gambling and could affect enforcement expectations for event organisers.
Aristocrat Gaming launches Hasbro-licensed Monopoly slot in US casino
The launch begins Aristocrat’s US casino-floor rollout under its Hasbro licensing partnership.
STS plans parliamentary hearing request on Italy’s retail gambling reforms
The proposed rules could affect retail gambling operators and the position of tobacco shops and betting-receiving outlets.
Arizona records $760.4m in sports wagers in February
Arizona’s reported wager total and increase give operators a measure of sports betting activity in the state.
KSA chair links Dutch gambling market stagnation to restrictions
The figures and KSA chair’s comments may inform operators’ assessment of Dutch market conditions and regulatory constraints.
European Court of Justice upholds Germany’s lottery betting ban
The ruling supports Germany’s ability to prohibit lottery betting and require providers to obtain German authorisation.
European Court of Justice upholds Germany’s online gambling restrictions
The ruling affects operators licensed elsewhere in the EU that offer games prohibited in a consumer’s home market.
Hawaii gaming working group weighs gambling revenue against social risks
The group’s findings will inform lawmakers considering whether to authorise gambling in Hawaii.
European Court of Justice says EU law allows recovery of gambling losses
The decision clarifies that an overseas gambling licence may not shield operators from claims under a market’s national law.
FIP president calls for betting revenue share and sponsorship ban repeal
The proposals could change the rules governing betting sponsorships and the distribution of gambling revenue to sport.