New Jersey asks Supreme Court to review sports prediction contracts’ exemption from state laws
The petition challenges a ruling that prevents New Jersey gaming authorities from blocking Kalshi’s sports contracts.
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Merger
Lottomatica advances all-share CIRSA merger as analysts assess deal terms
The exchange ratio and ownership split shape shareholder value and control if the proposed merger completes.
Flutter appoints Comversa Reply for GEO work across three Southern Europe brands
The contract brings an external supplier into search visibility work for three Flutter gambling brands.
Merger
Cirsa shares rise nearly 20% in Spain after Lottomatica merger announcement
Corporate and regulatory approvals remain conditions for completing the combination of Cirsa and Lottomatica.
Brazilian federal court rejects Spribe appeal and keeps Aviator Studio injunction in force
The ruling preserves the injunction affecting Spribe while the underlying intellectual-property dispute continues.
Online betting platforms reportedly change domains following Chile’s 42-site blocking order
Betting platforms adopting new domains face potential further blocking if Subtel extends restrictions to additional domains validated by the SCJ.
Fanatics launches combined betting, casino and prediction markets app in US
Fanatics combines sports betting, online casino and prediction markets in one app, with product availability varying by jurisdiction.
Appointment
Intro.community appoints David Flynn chairman ahead of platform launch
The appointments add iGaming experience to a start-up preparing to expand access to its networking platform.
Lottomatica outlines €744m capital distribution after Cirsa deal
The proposed distribution and synergy target inform investors assessing the terms and expected returns of the Cirsa transaction.
Italian MP says ADM’s True Data warning is appropriate
The comments address how operators and sports bodies communicate about data licensing and the safety of legal betting.
Flutter reviews up to 100 Paddy Power shops in UK cost cuts
Flutter’s shop review exposes approximately 400 jobs to redundancy risk as higher taxes and economic uncertainty drive cost reductions.
Merger
Cirsa and Lottomatica agree merger with completion targeted for 2027
The proposed merger would combine two gambling groups, subject to regulatory approvals and completion in 2027.
Extremadura reports €21.725m in gambling-tax revenue for 2025
The figures show the region’s 2025 gambling-tax receipts by segment and its inspection activity.
Licence
DGOJ grants second technical approval to Digital Distribution Management Ibérica
The reported approval concerns a Spanish licence category, though the supplied text gives no further decision details.
Spain approves mandatory lobby register and public-sector contact rules
Gambling businesses engaging with Spain's state administration may need to register before carrying out covered lobbying activity.
Merger
Lottomatica agrees to absorb Cirsa in €13.2bn cross-border merger
The proposed merger would combine two gambling groups, but completion depends on shareholder and regulatory approvals.
Spain proposes gambling operators help fund €50m financial-integrity authority
Gambling operators could face an asset-based annual levy capped at €1.5m if the proposed funding model is adopted.
Licence
Asia Pioneer Entertainment adds Japan to supplier licensing plans
Asia Pioneer Entertainment is pursuing supplier approvals in Japan, the UAE and Singapore, expecting a UAE decision in late 2026.
Appointment
Kangwon Land CEO plans closer links with South Korean tourism attractions
Kangwon Land’s new chief executive prioritises connecting the resort with nearby tourism attractions.
Licence
GCGRA grants EGT gaming vendor licence in UAE
The licence gives EGT regulatory approval as a gaming-related vendor in the UAE.
Brazilian Senate committee removes proposed betting revenue transfers from security bill
The committee's decision removes a proposed funding source for Brazil's public security and penitentiary funds.
Daejeon High Court rejects Enford Hotel casino appeal in Cheongju
The ruling leaves Cheongju’s refusal in place and blocks the hotel’s proposed casino project.
Award
IPLyC formalises Boldt contract for three Buenos Aires casinos
The contract assigns Boldt casino operations and gaming-machine services across three Buenos Aires casinos for 20 years.
Subtel orders blocks on 42 betting sites as operators change domains in Chile
Operators may need to change access routes as Chile applies blocks to betting websites and validates replacement domains.
Lula consults ministers and groups on Brazil's online betting policy
A possible policy change could affect licensed betting operators and the government’s approach to the market.