IESF proposes FIA-inspired global esports governance framework
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Ohio seeks Supreme Court review of US sports prediction market jurisdiction
Ohio’s request puts disputed state and federal authority over sports prediction market operators before the Supreme Court.
ADM postpones Italy’s new online gambling systems deadline to February 2027
Concessionaires gain more time to implement technical rules and adapt technology for conformity verification.
Prediction markets reach $78.2bn in September as sports trading recovers
Sports trading helped prediction market operators exceed their previous monthly volume record.
LSLGA gives telecoms providers 30 days to check Lagos gaming licences
Telecoms and value-added service providers must review gaming businesses on their platforms and verify licensing status within 30 days.
New Jersey Lottery launches Jon Bon Jovi scratchcard at $5
The lottery’s Bon Jovi scratchcard connects his participation fee to funding his foundation’s next community restaurant.
ADM delays Italy’s new online gambling system launch until 15 February 2027
The revised production date gives concessionaires and suppliers a later deadline amid technology adaptation and certification challenges.
BGC says possible MGD rise to 40% could put 16,000 UK jobs at risk
The potential tax change could affect jobs and betting-shop and casino operations across the UK.
Iowa casino revenue falls 3% to $128.2m in September
A third consecutive month of contraction would pressure Iowa operators' budgets, but the source gives no prior-month comparison.
Kendoo launches slots in Belgium through Starcasino partnership
Starcasino’s partnership gives Kendoo its first Belgian presence and adds the supplier’s slots to the operator’s online platform.
Licence
New Zealand DIA advances 11 bidders in online casino licence tender
The tender sets the field for New Zealand's regulated online casino market, with 15 three-year licences and a possible five-year renewal on offer.
Italian sports betting turnover rises to €1.77bn in September
The provisional figures give operators and investors an indication of monthly turnover and player spending in Italy’s fixed-odds betting market.
Court of Appeal upholds concessionaire’s claim for AWP levy share
The ruling confirms that concessionaires can seek payment from managers under the levy’s allocation rules and their contracts.
Coinbase agrees to suspend Michigan prediction markets under MGCB deal
Coinbase must suspend Michigan prediction markets while Michigan withholds enforcement during compliance and related appeals.
Licence
New Zealand approves 11 online casino applicants including Entain and Stake
The approved applicant list signals which operators can compete for New Zealand online casino permits as the market opens.
Appointment
Light & Wonder appoints Aimee Hoyt as chief people officer
Light & Wonder’s new chief people officer brings previous IGT experience alongside cybersecurity and DNA sequencing roles.
Connie Ann Hansen sues casino security personnel and police over Idaho arrest
The claim challenges casino security personnel’s interpretation of surveillance evidence used to link Hansen to suspected drugs.
Google opens YouTube Masthead advertising to certified online gambling operators from 21 October
Certified online gambling operators gain access to YouTube homepage advertising through its Masthead format from 21 October 2026.
Google expands YouTube Masthead eligibility for registered gambling operators
Operators gain potential access to another advertising placement, but eligibility depends on registration, certification and geographical coverage.
Greece’s EEEP seeks unified player verification and reviews VIP practices
A unified verification system could change how Greek operators identify customers and manage high-value accounts.
Inteliumlaw introduces gaming licensing support for Ontario operators and suppliers
Operators and suppliers seeking Ontario licences gain a service supporting entry into the province’s regulated online gambling market.
TRF-3 suspends Stake’s Brazil operating injunction
The ruling again blocks Stake’s Brazilian betting operation while the court action continues.
UBS estimates Macau daily casino revenue at MOP729m for 5–11 October
UBS estimates give investors a measure of Macau’s lower daily casino revenue after Golden Week’s opening four days.
DGOJ opens consultation on detecting risky gambling behaviour in Spain
The DGOJ consultation concerns a draft resolution on a mechanism to detect risky gambling behaviour.
Alphen aan den Rijn venue closed for at least two weeks after illegal gambling found
The inspection led to a venue closure after authorities found illegal gambling and soft drug use.