Indian government blocks 242 betting sites, taking total above 7,800
The blocks affect access to betting sites as India’s online gaming rules remain under development.
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Start Bet sponsors 2026 Campeonato Mineiro across 59 matches
The sponsorship gives Start Bet advertising exposure throughout a major regional football tournament in Brazil.
ACORDJOC reminds Spanish machine operators to request inspections two months before expiry
Operators need to schedule inspections before permit expiry to avoid sanctions or losing authorisation to operate machines.
Lula backs higher taxes and state oversight of Brazil's online betting sector
The tax increases and Lula's call for stronger oversight affect operators' fiscal obligations and regulatory environment in Brazil.
Nevada gaming regulator sues Polymarket over unlicensed event contracts
The case could determine whether Polymarket can offer event contracts to customers in Nevada without a state gaming licence.
Rinconada casino buyers seek to join Chilean cartel case over blocked transfer
The proceedings and asset restriction are delaying the buyers' ability to take control of Casino Rinconada.
New Jersey lawmakers consider sweepstakes, betting and casino bills
The proposals could change licensing costs, permitted betting products and where casino gaming may operate in New Jersey.
Licence
SA Gaming says it obtains Western Cape manufacturer licence
The licence establishes SA Gaming’s stated regulatory status as it develops distribution in South Africa.
Bahia ends Viva Sorte Bet sponsorship and retains Viva Sorte Capitalização
The changes affect a betting company’s sponsorship rights and leave Bahia’s main shirt position open.
Spain’s online gambling market faces regulatory and tax challenges
The different tax rates and advertising restrictions affect operators’ compliance costs and decisions about where to establish operations.
Licence
DragonBet receives remote bookmaker licence for Ireland
DragonBet’s market entry makes Ireland’s upcoming licensing transition relevant to an additional operator.
Lula criticises online betting and casino access in Brazil
Lula’s remarks signal political scrutiny of online betting and its taxation in Brazil.
Extremadura approves first-quarter 2026 gaming-machine tax roll
Operators and other listed taxpayers have ten days to inspect the roll and submit claims.
Licence
AGCO grants DAZN an Ontario online betting and casino licence
DAZN cannot begin taking Ontario bets until it completes the required operating agreement with iGaming Ontario.
California officials seize 26 historical horse-racing machines at Santa Anita
The seizure puts the legality of Santa Anita’s historical horse-racing wagering terminals in dispute.
US district courts uphold protest rights on casino-owned Las Vegas sidewalks
The rulings affect how Las Vegas casino properties can restrict demonstrations on sidewalks with public easements.
KVA warns of AI-generated gambling adverts using Dutch influencer’s image
The warning alerts operators and regulators to illegal gambling adverts using influencers’ identities to reach audiences, including minors.
DGOJ opens sustainable gambling zone at ICE Barcelona 2026
The DGOJ called for international regulatory cooperation on safe gambling and platforms' role in illegal gambling.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
Pragmatic Play launches four branded live casino tables with Madison Casino in Belgium
Madison Casino adds four branded tables to its Belgian offering, with the rollout stated to meet Belgian regulatory standards.
Alberta sets registration and revenue rules for open iGaming market
Prospective Alberta entrants must register with the AGLC and sign an operating agreement before launch.
Digitain partners with MagicBetting Online to enter Belgium
Digitain gains a Belgian operator through its sportsbook and Centrivo platform, including gamification, tournaments and progressive jackpots.
Lula criticises Brazil’s online betting expansion and discusses Central Bank oversight
Operators should note the distinction between the Finance Ministry’s betting supervision and the Central Bank’s oversight of financial transactions.
Lula backs Central Bank role in betting oversight in Brazil
The comments put the division of oversight between Brazil’s betting regulator and Central Bank in focus.
PhilWeb operates Hann Casino Resort’s online gaming platform in the Philippines
The agreement adds an operator-managed online platform to PhilWeb’s regulated-market infrastructure work.
Pheu Thai drops casino-complex policy in favour of wellness tourism
The party’s change of position removes its proposed casino complexes from its current tourism policy.