Pedrizzi warns Italy gambling reform could increase market concentration
Potential changes to concession concentration limits could affect competition among gambling operators in Italy.
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Valencian court upholds 850-metre school buffer for gambling venues
The rulings preserve the 850-metre school buffer affecting venue approvals and renewals in the Valencian Community.
Spain’s DGOJ advances safer-gambling framework for 2026-2030
The described framework could affect operators’ and suppliers’ risk-detection systems and data integration requirements.
Zitro installs Brave Dragon and River Gold Wealth at California casino
The installation marks a named supplier’s expansion of its game offering at a California casino.
Playson launches slots with Goldrun Casino in the Netherlands
The launch expands Playson’s Dutch distribution through Goldrun Casino and Relax Gaming’s aggregation platform.
Portuguese parliament considers new online gambling advertising restrictions
Potential advertising and sponsorship restrictions could change how gambling operators reach consumers in Portugal.
Lula proposes possible ban on online betting platforms in Brazil
A national ban under consideration could reshape online betting, but would require parliamentary approval.
Spanish bill includes lottery services in rural viability study
Lottery services are included in a government study of provision in rural areas facing depopulation.
Lula says Brazil should close betting operators, subject to Congress
A closure or stricter rules would affect betting operators’ ability to serve the Brazilian market.
New Zealand prioritises online casino rules over Australia-style ad limits
Operators face a planned local licensing framework, while the timing of comparable advertising restrictions remains undecided.
FIGC calls for Italy to lift betting sponsorship ban
Repealing the ban would change the sponsorship options available to betting companies and Italian football clubs.
Licence
Nevada Gaming Control Board suspends HG Vora licensing agenda item until May
The unresolved licensing review may affect HG Vora’s ability to exercise shareholder rights in a gaming company.
Brazil Treasury considers betting limits for Desenrola debt programme
The possible restrictions could affect betting access for customers participating in Brazil’s debt renegotiation programme.
AIEJA president warns Mexico’s 50% GGR tax could benefit illegal market
Operators and investors face a higher tax burden and potential shifts in player activity to illegal platforms.
Latvia integrates gambling watchdog into State Revenue Service
Operators must engage with the State Revenue Service as responsibility for gambling supervision shifts to its new units.
South Africa’s NGB launches searchable register of licensed gambling operators
Operators can be checked against a national register that identifies those authorised to offer gambling in South Africa.
Licence
MGC seeks Massachusetts sports wagering licence interest by 15 May
The notice lets the MGC gauge prospective demand before entities submit formal sports wagering licence applications.
Licence
Massachusetts Gaming Commission reopens sportsbook licensing process
Operators may have an opportunity to seek one of Massachusetts’ available untethered online sportsbook licences.
Betfair tests Betfair Predicts interface in the UK
The test explores a prediction-markets-style interface within a UK gambling product licensed by the UKGC.
Lula says he would close Brazil’s betting companies, subject to Congress
The president’s comments signal possible policy pressure on betting operators, while any closure depends on congressional discussion.
Esportes Gaming Brasil and Sportradar support national athlete integrity platform
The platform extends match-manipulation training to athletes and clubs across Brazil’s betting market.
Córdoba councillor asks court to compel disclosure of online gambling data
The case could compel disclosure of information about Córdoba’s online gambling licensing and oversight.
Brazil’s Lula calls for betting operators to close or face tighter rules
Lula’s comments signal executive opposition to betting and raise the possibility of further legislative debate in Brazil.
Dutch regulator classifies prediction markets as online gambling
The classification and access restriction affect prediction-market operators and users in the Netherlands.
BGC says 65% of British gamblers reject sharing financial data
The survey and industry response add pressure to the UKGC’s pending decision on affordability checks.