Basque Government allocates EUR100,000 to problem gambling prevention projects
The Basque Government's EUR100,000 programme funds non-profit gambling prevention activities but excludes treatment, therapy and rehabilitation.
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Iowa judge denies Kalshi injunction against state gambling regulation
The ruling lets Iowa keep applying its gambling laws to Kalshi despite its federal pre-emption argument.
BGC says illegal gambling operators deliberately target vulnerable UK players
The BGC identifies vulnerable players as deliberate targets of illegal gambling operators.
DATA.BET adds crypto markets and API access to prediction product
The API and short settlement periods give operators additional integration and betting options outside the sports calendar.
Florida resident sues Wynn Las Vegas over alleged Legionnaires’ disease exposure
Wynn Las Vegas faces a lawsuit alleging inadequate preventive measures after a guest allegedly contracted Legionnaires’ disease during his stay.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission launches wagering exclusions for bettors who harass athletes
Massachusetts can exclude bettors from legal wagering for online or in-person athlete harassment, supported by an online reporting portal.
Catalonia amends gambling tax self-assessment form 040
The amendment changes gambling tax administration under Catalonia's tax agency and permits supplementary self-assessments that the previous form did not accommodate.
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Brussels suspends €750m casino concession award to Napoleon Games
Viage’s challenge has put Napoleon Games’ €750m Brussels casino concession award for 2027 on hold.
Catalonia excludes gambling tax from 2% increase in 2026 public fees
Gambling businesses in Catalonia avoid the general 2% increase on the gambling tax, while administrative service fees still apply.
Basque government allocates €100,000 for gambling prevention programmes
Eligible organisations can seek funding for preventive gambling programmes, but therapeutic and rehabilitation projects are excluded.
Hokkaido business groups urge casino application preparations in Japan
Hokkaido business groups seek casino location discussions to prepare for Japan’s 2027 integrated resort application window.
Bulgarian lawmakers seek tighter gambling advertising restrictions
Bulgarian legislators seek tighter gambling advertising restrictions over allegations that operators exploit gaps in the existing ban.
Chile’s SII estimates first online betting VAT payment above USD 100m
The tax treatment requires registered platforms and withholding agents to prepare for payments while leaving legality decisions separate.
La Pampa FIA orders disclosure of Casino Club online betting contract
Disclosure could give operators and regulators access to contract terms and information on financial oversight and responsible-gambling obligations.
Salta council committee advances municipal betting-advertising ban proposal
If approved, the ordinance would restrict betting operators’ use of municipal advertising spaces in Salta.
bet365 launches Washington, DC sportsbook and partners with Monumental Sports
The Washington, DC launch expands bet365’s online sportsbook presence and links it commercially with three local sports teams.
Licence
GCGRA issues Zitro vendor licence for the UAE
Zitro can now supply gaming products directly to licensed operators in the United Arab Emirates.
Appointment
Allwyn appoints Francesco Rodano as head of responsible gaming
The appointment puts a responsible-gaming leader with supplier experience in a senior role at the UK National Lottery operator.
CFL launches app with theScore Bet as presenting partner
The app extends theScore Bet’s visibility and betting integrations across CFL digital platforms.
Robinhood agrees to halt new Michigan sports event contracts
The agreement pauses new Michigan contracts and requires existing positions to close without resolving whether state gambling laws apply.
Robinhood agrees to withdraw sports event contracts from Michigan pending litigation
Robinhood’s sports event contracts remain withdrawn from Michigan at least until the Sixth Circuit rules on related appeals.
Tenth Circuit rejects Kalshi request to block Utah gambling enforcement
Kalshi remains subject to Utah gambling law enforcement while appealing its District Court defeat.
Ontario and Alberta seek cross-border iGaming pooling at Canada's Supreme Court
The Supreme Court appeal concerns Ontario’s ability to pool online poker and daily fantasy sports players across jurisdictions.
Cyprus considers restricting gambling access for minimum-income recipients
Operators may face new payment, customer-screening or self-exclusion requirements if the proposals advance.
US Supreme Court rejects Red Rock Casino request to pause bargaining order
Red Rock Casino must comply with an order to bargain with workers after the Supreme Court rejected its emergency application.