St8 partners with Tonybet to launch casino platform in Ontario
The agreement gives Tonybet access to St8’s casino aggregation platform in Ontario.
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Swedish Parliament extends credit gambling ban from 1 May 2026
Licensed operators must prevent debt-funded gambling across online and land-based channels, subject to specified exemptions.
Florida House committee advances gambling bill HB 189
If enacted, the proposal would change enforcement, fantasy sports rules and gaming oversight in Florida.
Canary Islands tax data show gaming-machine receipts up 84.23% through November
The figures show gaming machines generated the largest share of the Canary Islands’ reported gaming-tax revenue.
South Carolina lawmakers weigh online sports betting bill with 12.5% levy
Operators would face a proposed limit of eight licences and a 12.5% levy if South Carolina approves the bill.
Tennessee judge grants Kalshi injunction over sports event contracts
The injunction allows Kalshi to continue offering sports contracts in Tennessee while the legal dispute proceeds.
Illinois Senate committee advances gambling disorder bill
If enacted, the bill would expand state prevention and support services for people affected by gambling disorder.
Spain announces three online gambling harm-prevention measures
Operators may face cross-company betting limits, revised advertising warnings and a new system for identifying at-risk players.
Victor Negrescu backs harmonised EU online gambling tax proposal
A common levy could change online gambling tax obligations across EU markets if member states agree.
Cuiabá council committee approves repeal of municipal lottery law
The proposal would remove the legal basis for a municipal lottery in Cuiabá, subject to plenary consideration.
Lagos gaming authority applies 5% withholding tax to online winnings
Licensed operators must deduct the tax from payouts and remit it to the state revenue service.
Appointment
Polymarket appoints Ari Borod sports president after Fanatics lawsuit settlement
The appointment places a former Fanatics executive in charge of Polymarket’s sports business development after the companies’ employment dispute was settled.
New Zealand DIA orders Kalshi and Polymarket to withdraw
The order requires both prediction market operators to stop offering gambling products in New Zealand.
Irish advertising regulator withdraws two TonyBet ads over gambling claims
The ruling and TonyBet’s response concern advertising controls for gambling campaigns distributed through affiliates.
Spain plans cross-operator betting limits and new gambling rules
Operators may face shared betting limits and revised advertising requirements as Spain advances its regulatory programme.
Hölle Games partners with Novibet to launch titles in Brazil
The agreement gives Hölle Games a named operator partner for its entry into Brazil’s regulated market.
Dominican Republic signs gambling anti-money laundering agreement with FIBA
The programme will provide AML training for gambling operators and other regulated entities in the Dominican Republic.
AGCO approves earlier alcohol service across Ontario on 22 February
Eligible licensed premises can serve alcohol earlier, unless their municipality opts out of the extension.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Alberta iGaming Corporation mandates RG Check for registered platforms
Operators entering Alberta will need separate RG Check accreditation, with existing credentials recognised to reduce administrative work.
Caesars says further Canadian land-based expansion is not typically attractive
The comments indicate Caesars is unlikely to pursue comparable Canadian land-based opportunities beyond Windsor.
Danish regulator says it cannot block Kalshi and Polymarket without targeting
The regulator says its ability to restrict prediction-market access depends on whether the platforms target Danish players.
FDJ United targets US lottery acquisitions for market entry
The company’s stated US entry route centres on lottery acquisitions rather than sports betting.
Acquisition
Polymarket acquires prediction-markets API startup Dome
The acquisition adds an API startup to Polymarket’s business.
Results
SkyCity reports NZ$411.7m revenue for first half of 2026
SkyCity’s results show how carded play and anti-money-laundering costs weighed on revenue and EBITDA, with no dividend recommended.
India blocks 242 betting sites as reported total exceeds 7,800
Operators and promoters face expanded enforcement against online betting sites under the reported nationwide prohibition.