Dow Jones partners with Polymarket to distribute prediction-market data
Polymarket gains distribution across Dow Jones platforms, while consumers may see market-implied expectations in an earnings calendar.
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Italy’s Supreme Court clarifies bar owner liability for illegal betting
The ruling clarifies when bar operators may face criminal liability for betting activity conducted by employees.
Florida senator proposes gaming commission changes and tougher illegal-gambling penalties
If enacted, the bill would change compliance requirements and increase legal exposure for people involved in illegal gambling businesses.
PPATK says QRIS became Indonesia’s largest online gambling deposit channel in 2025
Payment channels shifting towards QRIS and crypto may affect how authorities monitor illegal online gambling flows.
New York senator proposes online casino legalisation in S2614
If enacted, the proposal would establish licensing, fees and tax terms for online casino operators in New York.
Penalty
Italy’s Court of Cassation annuls €20,000 betting-agency penalty
The ruling removes the legal basis for this penalty on a betting agency over public access to online gaming sites.
Appointment
Zitro appoints Michael Bauer as CEO of Zitro Digital
Bauer’s appointment gives Zitro Digital dedicated leadership for its strategy and operations.
Italy’s Court of Cassation upholds attempted money-laundering conviction tied to online poker
The decision confirms that a blocked withdrawal can still support an attempted money-laundering conviction involving online poker.
Italy’s Court of Cassation rejects appeal in online poker money-laundering case
The decision confirms that failed withdrawals do not necessarily prevent attempted money laundering charges in online poker cases.
New York lawmakers raise concerns over gambling harm as casinos approach
Casino operators and state agencies face concerns about treatment demand and existing problem-gambling funding.
UK Gambling Commission reports £60.3m costs after lottery licence litigation
The report’s legal costs and enforcement activity offer operators context on the Commission’s regulatory oversight.
Florida senator introduces bill on illegal online gambling and sports betting
Operators and investors cannot assess the bill’s potential effects because its proposed provisions are not specified.
Kalshi CEO backs proposed US bill restricting officials’ prediction-market trading
The proposed restriction could affect government employees’ prediction-market trading, while Kalshi says its rules already prohibit insider trading.
Catalist Sports secures exclusive US Australian Open data rights from 2026
The agreement gives sportsbook operators access to exclusive tournament data for in-play betting markets.
Licence
PicPay seeks Brazil betting authorisation through Nosso Time iGaming
PicPay’s entry into Brazil’s fixed-odds betting market depends on the Ministry of Finance’s approval.
Virginia lawmaker proposes regulating online gambling
The proposal could change the regulatory framework for online gambling in Virginia.
New Hampshire gaming revenue rises 67% to $37.5m in November
The reported increase gives operators and investors an indicator of gaming activity in New Hampshire.
Italy’s MEF reports €6.57bn in gaming and betting receipts for 2024
The figures provide operators and investors with a measure of Italy’s gaming-related state receipts in 2024.
Big Daddy Gaming agrees ComeOn content deal across regulated markets
The deal would bring Big Daddy Gaming content to ComeOn brands, subject to integration and regulatory approval.
Acquisition
Cristaltec acquires 51% of Bakoo, effective 1 January
The acquisition gives Cristaltec majority ownership of a supplier of land-based and online gaming content.
Appointment
Eeze appoints Jonathan Pettemerides as non-executive director
The appointment adds a board member as Eeze pursues expansion into regulated markets.
ADM approves online and mobile interface for Gioca Più Doppia Sfida Super
The determination establishes the approved interface and rules for the lottery’s online and mobile play.
Police surveillance tracks 909 illegal gambling dens in South Korea in 2024
The reported growth and enforcement difficulties concern illegal gambling operations in South Korea.
Murcia plans 2026 decree requiring access controls at gaming halls
Gaming halls in Murcia would need to prepare for mandatory entry checks and new limits on exterior advertising.
Murcia report finds 19.9% of students gambled for money in 2023
The findings give regulators and operators local data on underage gambling and reported school education.