MEPs ask European Commission about online gambling adverts and child protection
The Commission’s response could clarify whether EU-level restrictions on social media gambling advertising are under consideration.
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Reports
MEPs ask European Commission about online gambling advertising and minors
The Commission’s response may shape future limits on gambling promotion and address concerns about minors and mental health.
Licence
European Commission clears Ireland’s 2026 betting licence variation regulations
The regulations set charges for B2C operators seeking changes to betting licences, including pool betting permissions.
Italian MPs question Polymarket-Lazio sponsorship under gambling rules
The questions could prompt clarification of how Italian rules apply to prediction-market sponsorships in football.
Italian PD deputies question ministries over Polymarket–Lazio sponsorship
A government review could clarify how Italy’s sponsorship restrictions apply to prediction-market platforms.
Spinomenal launches games with Entain in Germany and Austria
The agreement gives Entain customers in two regulated markets access to Spinomenal games.
CasinoCanada analysis estimates offshore betting leakage across provinces
The analysis highlights differences in regulated-market reach and the timing of Alberta’s operator registration process.
Ontario iGaming wagers reach CA$9.59bn record in March
Ontario’s record monthly wagers give operators and investors a measure of rising iGaming activity.
Anápolis court rejects consumer claim against Novibet over betting losses
The ruling addresses when operators may be held liable for customers’ betting losses and the role of responsible-gambling controls.
Appointment
Zitro Digital appoints Thiago Valadão as Brazil commercial director
Valadão will oversee sales, marketing and market development, giving suppliers and partners a clear commercial contact in Brazil.
Flutter moves PokerStars Ontario operations to FanDuel from 7 May
Ontario operators and suppliers face a change in platform competition as PokerStars leaves its standalone service.
Appointment
EPIC Global Solutions appoints Chetan Pandya as managing director
The appointment adds a senior leader as EPIC pursues international growth in gambling harm prevention.
Dutch lawmakers consider further restrictions on gambling advertising
Possible advertising restrictions could constrain licensed operators’ customer reach, while a total ban may benefit unlicensed operators.
Dutch government considers further gambling advertising restrictions
Any further restrictions could change how licensed Dutch operators advertise and communicate the distinction between regulated and unlicensed services.
Messina court rejects preventive supervision proposal in gaming-related case
The ruling shows that preventive measures in gaming-related cases require an individual assessment of current risk.
Playson partners with Mohegan Digital to launch games in Ontario
The partnership brings Playson games to an Ontario casino platform, with Light & Wonder providing integration.
EveryMatrix supplies Fantasma Games titles to ATG Casino in Sweden
Fantasma Games titles expand ATG Casino’s Swedish selection through EveryMatrix’s aggregation and jackpot technology.
Misiones’ IPLyC introduces AI monitoring across five online operators
Phased AI monitoring may identify gambling harm and irregular activity, with licensed operators implementing the system.
Licence
Betty says UK launch is planned for 1 June, subject to regulatory clearance
The planned launch would extend Betty’s regulated-market operations from Ontario into the UK, subject to clearance.
PokerStars ends Ontario platform play ahead of FanDuel integration
Ontario customers must withdraw or await return of balances before PokerStars transitions to FanDuel.
Sun International targets double online share in South Africa
The target and market forecast frame Sun International’s planned investment in its online product and technology.
Indian Gaming Association warns of prediction-market campaign spending
The spending and policy debate could affect tribal gaming interests and the regulatory frameworks governing prediction markets.
Penalty
Belluno police impose two €1,031 penalties on gaming venues
Gaming venues must ensure the licence holder’s representative is present throughout opening hours to avoid penalties.
Belluno police fine two betting venues more than €1,000 each
Betting operators in Belluno face penalties if the required owner’s representative is absent while venues are open.
Macau baccarat side bets carry estimated house advantage of 16% to 18%
The new bets change the house advantage available on baccarat wagers across Macau’s six concessionaires.