IGT says it will cut 700 jobs, about 10% of global workforce
The announced global cuts affect IGT’s workforce, while the Nevada impact remains unspecified.
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Ranogajec reportedly helped finance Texas Lottery ticket-buying syndicate
The case concerns large-scale lottery ticket purchases and a subsequent restriction on courier services in Texas.
Kalshi and Polymarket bar some insider trading as senators propose sports-contract ban
The proposed sports-contract ban could substantially affect both platforms, while their new rules restrict eligible traders.
Licence
Uzbekistan’s NAPP reports no betting, lottery or online-gaming licences issued
Operators considering entry have no licensed competitors yet, but must assess the framework’s application and compliance requirements.
Massachusetts casinos report $92m revenue in February, down 1.5%
The regulator’s figures show differing performance across casino operators and between slots and table games.
Citizens says prediction markets are unlikely to rival sportsbooks long term
The assessment may inform investors’ views of prediction markets’ competitive position against sportsbooks.
Google tightens gambling advertising certification rules across EMEA
Operators and affiliate account managers face continuing compliance checks that can affect their access to Google gambling advertising certification.
Matera police inspect betting shops and VLT venues in nine checks
The inspections concern licence compliance and safeguards against minors entering betting and VLT venues.
GSC consults on Isle of Man civil penalties for gambling sector
Operators and senior personnel could face civil penalties under the proposed rules, which remain open for consultation until 25 May.
High Court orders Spence to repay more than £840,000 in betting debt
The ruling found that knowingly participating in the arrangements did not give Spence grounds to avoid repayment.
Germany evaluates gambling advertising rules under GlüStV 2021
The evaluation may inform how German authorities balance advertising controls with the visibility of licensed gambling offers.
US senators propose limits on prediction-market event contracts
The proposal could restrict CFTC-regulated entities’ event contracts and strengthen states’ authority over gambling.
South Dakota redirects Deadwood gaming tax revenue under new law
The change affects the share of Deadwood gaming revenue available for local preservation and public works.
Maryland House advances sweepstakes casino ban in 105-24 vote
Operators offering sweepstakes casino products in Maryland could face criminal penalties if HB 295 becomes law.
UK levy funding decisions leave gambling harms groups facing cuts
Funding reductions could affect the capacity of organisations delivering gambling harm prevention and treatment services in the UK.
Tennessee sports betting handle reaches $5.87bn in 2025, report says
The reported handle and growth figures give operators and investors a measure of Tennessee’s sports betting market.
Isle of Man commission proposes personal fines for gambling executives
The proposal could expose directors and compliance staff to personal financial penalties for qualifying breaches.
Indian government blocks about 300 illegal gambling sites and apps
The blocks increase the number of prohibited platforms and affect operators offering unlicensed gambling to users in India.
Italian government draft includes gambling providers in anti-money-laundering obligations
The draft would place customer-checking and reporting duties on licensed gambling providers and casino managers in Italy.
US regulators challenge prediction-market platforms over licensing and gambling
The competing regulatory approaches create uncertainty for prediction-market operators over licensing and state gambling restrictions.
Italian police revoke VLT hall licence in Asti province
The revocation removes a VLT venue from operation, while the related sanctions affect its owner and a neighbouring bar.
US senators propose barring sports and casino-style prediction contracts
The proposed restrictions could limit prediction-market operators’ US sports and casino-style offerings.
Asti police revoke VLT venue licence over premises-accessibility breach
The revocation removes the venue’s authorisation to operate, while related sanctions affect its owner and an adjoining bar.
EU advocate general says member states can enforce compatible gambling licence rules
The opinion may inform German proceedings over losses from gambling offered without a local licence.
MGA rejects allegations after unauthorised access to its system
The breach and disputed allegations may affect operators whose compliance files or player data were reportedly involved.