Uganda proposes 30% gaming tax on gross gaming revenue
If Parliament approves the proposals, operators would face a gross-revenue tax and a withholding tax on net winnings.
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Greece casino winnings tax draws regulatory predictability concerns
Operators’ tax obligations may depend on the regulatory treatment of casino player winnings.
OLG launches Bede-powered mobile app with mkodo geolocation in Ontario
The rollout combines OLG’s mobile app with geolocation intended to meet Ontario regulatory requirements.
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Entain targets three New Zealand online casino licences and 50% market share
Entain’s stated bid plans signal potential competition for a share of New Zealand’s planned online casino licences.
New York Fed study links mobile sports betting to higher credit delinquency
The findings may inform operators and regulators assessing the financial risks associated with mobile sports betting.
Nevada judge extends Kalshi restrictions through 17 April
Kalshi must maintain restrictions in Nevada without a gaming licence and implement geofencing controls under the judge’s order.
Analysts assess Inspired, Mohegan, VICI and gaming-sector prospects
The analyst views include company ratings, a credit outlook and deal figures relevant to investors assessing gaming-sector exposure.
Connecticut bill would require annual gambling-harm programmes at public colleges
The proposal would require public higher-education institutions to provide students with recurring problem-gambling support information.
La Liga names Polymarket exclusive prediction market partner in Canada and US
The partnership covers Canada while Polymarket remains unable to accept trades or advertise in Ontario.
India blocks or acts on 8,376 online betting and gambling URLs
The reported enforcement total and post-law actions affect the availability of online betting and gambling services in India.
Haddad accuses betting firms of disinformation campaign in Brazil
Disputed claims about betting-sector disinformation add political tension to debate over taxes and regulation of Brazil’s licensed operators.
STS considers changes to Italy’s gambling advertising restrictions
Any proposed change could affect the advertising options available to Italy’s licensed gambling collection network.
Kentucky lawmakers send wagering bill to governor
Operators could face new age limits, licensing duties, tax rates and compliance requirements if the bill becomes law.
Strive Gaming supplies PAM platform to PlayStar for North American expansion
The agreement supports PlayStar’s planned expansion into additional regulated markets with Strive’s platform.
Kentucky lawmakers pass gambling bill covering betting age and fantasy sports
Operators may need to adjust age checks and proposition bets if the bill is signed into law.
Tribal nations sue Kalshi and Robinhood over prediction markets
The cases could affect whether prediction platforms face tribal and state gambling restrictions on sports event contracts.
Australia restricts gambling advertising across television, radio and sport
Operators and media carrying gambling advertising will face new limits on when and where ads can appear.
Council of State upholds ADM’s withdrawal of Fiumicino bingo concession
The ruling upholds the concession withdrawal and clarifies the court’s view of licence and operating requirements.
CFTC enforcement chief prioritises insider trading in prediction markets
Prediction-market exchanges face stated expectations to monitor trading and guard against insider dealing and manipulation.
FanDuel launches PokerStars poker network across three US states
The shared network combines poker liquidity across three US state markets, broadening the offering for players.
Australian government announces gambling advertising restrictions
Operators and media businesses face changes to where and when gambling advertising can appear in Australia.
Brazil betting study projects tax burden could reach 42% by 2033
The projected tax increase could affect betting operators and consumers as Brazil’s tax reform proceeds.
AGCO sets standards for Ontario centralised self-exclusion programme
Operators will need to block centrally self-excluded players while maintaining their existing site-level programmes.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Robinhood challenges Washington officials over prediction-market oversight
The case could affect whether Washington can apply state gambling laws to event-contract trading routed through exchanges.
Sarasota sheriff’s office seizes 66 slot machines in arcade raid
The arrests and seized machines demonstrate enforcement against an alleged illegal gambling venue in Florida.