Departure
Haddad leaves Brazil finance ministry to run for São Paulo governor
A change in finance leadership could affect debate over betting taxes and Brazil’s online gambling framework.
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Appointment
LOTERJ appoints Fabíola Esteves as president
The leadership change places a new president at the head of Rio de Janeiro’s state lottery and betting authority.
Panama Assembly approves bill requiring betting operators to allocate 10% of profits
Operators would face new funding, verification and advertising requirements if the bill takes effect.
Rio Grande do Sul governor considers removing betting from lottery concession plan
Removing betting would change the products available under the planned private lottery concession.
Licence
Caesars seeks Alberta approval for three online gaming brands
The application signals a potential three-brand entry into Alberta's planned regulated online market.
NCAA sues DraftKings over March Madness marks in sports betting products
The requested order could affect DraftKings’ use of NCAA marks in its sports betting products.
Indian authorities block around 300 betting websites and apps
Reported blocks signal enforcement pressure on betting websites and applications considered unlawful in India.
Wall Street analysts expect more casino M&A as Caesars considers takeover
More casino transactions could affect operators assessing asset sales, buyouts and long-term investment.
MLB names Polymarket its official prediction market exchange
The agreement establishes MLB’s commercial relationship with a prediction-market platform and sets out data and integrity arrangements.
Brazil signals further restrictions on online betting platforms
Potential new restrictions could change compliance requirements for betting operators in Brazil.
Italy schedules physical gambling reform draft for 10 April review
The draft’s progress and required review stages will shape the timetable for reform of Italy’s land-based gambling sector.
Coljuegos reports COP347.587bn in 2025 contributions from BetPlay and Súper Astro
The reported contributions and sales figures indicate the products’ fiscal role and the regulator’s oversight priorities.
Arizona attorney general brings criminal case against Kalshi over election contracts
The case tests whether Kalshi’s election contracts fall under state gambling laws or federal derivatives oversight.
NCAA asks court to bar DraftKings from using tournament trademarks
The court’s decision could affect how sportsbooks use tournament names in betting products and marketing.
Nevada court suspends Kalshi operations for 14 days over event contracts
The order prevents Kalshi from offering event contracts in Nevada while the state’s case proceeds.
Appointment
Rio de Janeiro governor appoints Fabiola Rocha as LOTERJ president
Rocha’s appointment changes LOTERJ leadership, with the new president moving from the authority’s vice-presidency.
Rio Grande do Norte sets anti-money laundering rules for lottery operators
Lottery operators in the state must implement specified compliance controls and prepare for enforcement from June.
CNI urges uniform Italian gambling rules and changes to proposed reform
The proposed reform could change operating conditions and market access for Italy’s gambling businesses.
Philippine senator proposes wider anti-money laundering rules for online gaming
If enacted, the bill could add monitoring and reporting obligations for online gaming operators.
Guanajuato bars municipalities from permitting new gambling venues
Operators cannot obtain municipal permits for new land-based gambling premises in Guanajuato under the decree.
Arizona attorney general charges Kalshi with 20 misdemeanours over event bets
The charges put Kalshi’s Arizona sports and election markets at risk while the legal status of its event contracts is disputed.
Nevada judge bars Kalshi event contracts until 3 April
The order temporarily prevents Kalshi from offering event contracts in Nevada while the state licensing dispute proceeds.
MGA condemns unauthorised access claims involving its systems
The statement addresses a claimed breach of systems used by Malta’s gambling regulator.
Source: MGA (Malta)
Appointment
Emerald Queen Casino appoints Scott Goldberg as food and beverage head
The appointment puts Goldberg in charge of food and beverage operations at the tribal casino.
Bally’s reportedly considers acquiring Evoke in full
A potential full acquisition could determine the outcome of Evoke’s strategic review and the future of its assets.