Brazil directs up to 3% of fixed-odds betting revenue to federal police fund
Authorised operators face a statutory allocation of betting revenue that rises to 3% from 2028.
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Murcia approves updated bingo rules and electronic hall format
Bingo operators in Murcia will have updated rules for electronic formats, including a hall format combining terminals and printed cards.
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Catalan government appoints Víctor Campos Pamias to tax and gambling records role
The appointment gives Víctor Campos Pamias oversight of the computerised register and archives for Catalonia’s tax and gambling administration.
Macau gaming sector increases goods, commissions and rebates spending to MOP25.88bn
Macau operators’ goods, commission and rebate expenditure rose 11.6% to MOP25.88bn, representing approximately 25.5% of sector expenditure.
Conajzar coordinates Paraguay delegation for online gambling enforcement training
The training supports cross-border cooperation against unauthorised online gambling affecting Paraguay.
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FIRST.bet appoints Victor Arias to lead Latin American commercial operations
The appointment places a regional commercial lead in charge as FIRST.bet develops its Latin American operations.
Connecticut orders nine prediction platforms to stop sports contracts
The orders require affected platforms to stop offering sports contracts and give Connecticut customers access to their funds.
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Soft2Bet appoints three commercial leaders to support B2B growth
The appointments expand Soft2Bet's commercial leadership for partner development and market entry.
Arkansas DFA sets 13% and 20% casino gaming receipts tax tiers
Arkansas taxes casino net gaming receipts 13% on the first $150m and 20% above that.
Source: Arkansas Racing Commission (AR)
Quebec Liberals propose licensing online gambling platforms
The parties’ positions could shape whether commercial operators may compete in Quebec’s online gambling market.
HGC says unlicensed gambling services are illegal in Greece
Operators and suppliers need HGC authorisation to offer gambling services legally in Greece.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
Universal Entertainment plans overseas gaming equipment return through Nevada company
Universal Entertainment intends its overseas gaming equipment return to add revenue alongside amusement equipment and integrated resorts.
CMCF opens Malaysian consultation on loot boxes and child protection standards
Game providers serving Malaysia face proposed standards covering age checks, parental controls and explanations of chance-based purchases.
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Yokohama mayor resigns amid possible revival of casino resort bid
Yamanaka’s resignation could allow Yokohama to revisit an integrated resort bid.
Donald Tusk urges EU to consider gambling tax for next budget
Operators face a proposed 3% EU net-turnover tax, but Malta’s pledged veto threatens the required unanimous approval.
Report estimates worldwide illegal betting market at US$50bn
Regulators face a study estimating US$50bn in global illegal betting and reporting international networks exploiting vulnerable UK consumers.
ESMA warns of prediction market risks to investors and market integrity
Regulators and investors should note ESMA's warning that prediction markets pose investor and market integrity risks.
High 5 Games plaintiff alleges Apple data delay obstructs US settlement
Allegedly withheld Apple information is delaying class notification and damages calculations for the proposed High 5 Games settlement.
Nairobi appoints AGOK to 21-day gaming law review taskforce
AGOK’s taskforce membership gives operators representation in reviewing implementation of Nairobi County’s gambling legislation.
Italian tax courts favour ADM's position in nearly 70 unauthorised bookmaker rulings
Nearly 70 rulings support ADM’s position on the tax base used to calculate unauthorised bookmakers’ single betting tax.
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ADM appoints panel to assess candidates for 13 management posts
ADM’s panel will assess candidates for 13 management positions across central and territorial offices.
Murcia strengthens electronic bingo controls through updated regulations
Bingo operators face system approval and record retention requirements, with authorities empowered to monitor operations and block equipment.
FATF warns offshore gambling and digital payments heighten money-laundering risks
Operators and regulators face pressure to strengthen market-entry checks and share information on cross-border gambling risks.
Real App names FanDuel exclusive betting and prediction markets partner
FanDuel’s exclusive partnership brings odds and markets into Real App, with links available to eligible users.
Murcia government approves bingo rules update covering electronic formats
Murcia’s approved bingo regulations strengthen security and oversight for operators offering electronic formats.