Virginia lawmakers pass separate online casino bills in both chambers
The bills outline potential licensing, tax and platform terms for casino operators if Virginia completes the legislative process.
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New Jersey sportsbooks report January revenue of $114.2 million
The regulator's figures show operators the latest state-level betting revenue, handle and tax totals.
Fine
KSA pursues €60,000 in unpaid lottery fines from Dutch foundation
Lottery operators face recovery action and possible prosecution if they do not pay fines or provide required financial information.
CVM clears B3 prediction-market derivatives for Brazil launch
The approval allows B3 to introduce event-linked contracts in Brazil, subject to a professional-investor threshold.
Ninth Circuit denies Kalshi stay in Nevada prediction-markets case
The ruling leaves Nevada regulators able to pursue state-court action against Kalshi’s event contracts.
South Africa reports R75bn gambling revenue as Treasury proposes online tax
The proposed national tax could substantially increase the tax burden on online gambling operators alongside provincial levies.
Hawaii lawmakers advance bills on sports betting and prediction markets
The bills could license and tax sports wagering while broadening Hawaii’s gambling definition to cover prediction markets.
Virginia House passes iGaming bill as chambers prepare to reconcile proposals
Operators need a final bill before they can assess Virginia’s proposed licensing costs, tax terms and launch timetable.
Brazil finance ministry prioritises online betting advertising rules for 2026
Operators, affiliates and digital platforms may face revised obligations concerning promotions for unauthorised betting sites.
Results
The Lottery Corporation reports A$1.815bn first-half revenue
The results give investors an update on the lottery operator’s first-half revenue performance.
Illinois Senate committee schedules hearing on gambling disorder bill
If enacted, the bill would define state support and prevention services for people affected by gambling disorder.
Victor Negrescu proposes EU-wide online gambling levy to fund education
The proposed EU levy could tax online gambling companies and direct revenue to education and youth policies.
Zitro Digital partners with Esportes da Sorte in Brazil
The partnership expands Esportes da Sorte’s game portfolio through content from a certified supplier.
Licence
MGA approves Big Daddy Gaming supplier licence in Malta
The approval allows Big Daddy Gaming to supply its slots to operators licensed by the MGA.
KSA orders Polymarket to stop offering prediction markets in the Netherlands
The order requires Polymarket to withdraw its Dutch offering or face weekly penalties.
Finland approves gambling reform and plans licensed online market from 2027
Operators will need Finnish licences to target players when the new licensing regime takes effect.
Estonian gambling operators donate about €497,000 after tax exemption
The donations cover only part of the revenue officials expected during the two-month tax gap.
Missouri federal judge rules Torch machines are gambling devices
The ruling may expose venues offering the machines to enforcement under Missouri gambling laws.
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PRED secures $2.5m seed funding for prediction markets
The funding gives PRED capital to develop its prediction markets business.
Licence
Brazil’s SPA approves BIG Brazil and Lindau Gaming brand reductions
The approvals change which brands the two authorised operators can offer in Brazil.
Results
Rush Street Interactive reports $1.13bn revenue for 2025
RSI’s results and outlook give investors updated evidence on revenue growth, earnings and user expansion.
Caesars CEO says event contracts could put casino licences at risk
The warning signals potential licence consequences for operators considering offering event contracts.
Nevada seeks court order to block Kalshi sports contracts
The case could determine whether Kalshi can offer sports event contracts to Nevada residents under the state’s gambling rules.
Romania’s Senate backs 21+ gambling age and daytime advertising limits
Operators may face a higher customer age threshold and restricted advertising hours if both bills pass the Chamber.
Brazil opens consultation on B2B gambling licensing requirements
The consultation concerns licensing requirements that may affect suppliers serving Brazil’s gambling market.