UKGC chief says illegal gambling enforcement will remain a 2026 priority
Operators and regulators will face continued UKGC focus on illegal gambling and evaluation of recent reforms.
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Greentube launches slot titles with Brazino777 in Brazil
The partnership adds Greentube games to Brazino777’s casino offering in Brazil.
Greentube launches games with Brazino777 in Brazil
The launch adds Greentube titles to Brazino777’s casino offering in Brazil.
Coljuegos reports COP868.365m in revenue through October 2025
The figures give operators and investors an official view of Colombia’s gambling revenue across key segments.
Belgium plans 2026 transfer of Gaming Commission to economy minister
The planned change would alter the authority responsible for gambling oversight in Belgium.
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ADM awards LottoItalia a nine-year Italian lottery operating licence
The award secures the consortium’s right to operate Italy Lotto through November 2034.
Poland’s president vetoes bill raising tax on gambling winnings to 15%
The veto leaves the proposed increase to Poland’s tax on gambling winnings unimplemented pending further parliamentary action.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission reports November casino and sports wagering revenue
The monthly figures inform operators and investors about casino and sports wagering activity in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission posts November 2025 revenue release
The page identifies a regulator revenue announcement but provides no figures for market participants to assess.
FBI urges US bettors to use legal, state-regulated gambling sites
The warning directs consumers to verify operator status against state regulators' licensing information.
UK commentary warns crypto gambling could aid illegal market
Crypto payments may make it harder for UK authorities to monitor offshore gambling transactions and associated risks.
Russia sets self-exclusion scheme to become operational by September 2026
Bookmakers, lottery operators and land-based venues will need to enforce new restrictions on self-excluded customers.
Santa Fe legislature approves online sports betting law
The law creates a route to tender online betting licences and sets the initial market’s geographic scope.
EstrelaBet joins Stellar Gaming holding in Brazil
The holding brings EstrelaBet and VUPI operations together under a shared structure in Brazil.
LOTERJ begins VLT tests ahead of possible permanent authorisation
The trial will inform whether VLTs can receive permanent authorisation in Rio de Janeiro.
Brazil Supreme Court suspends account-blocking duties for benefit recipients
Operators must maintain the new-registration ban while pausing the specified account-blocking and closure duties.
La Pampa gaming authority projects more than ARS6bn in distributions
The projected distribution sets out the expected public and social uses of La Pampa’s gaming proceeds.
DAZN plans Ontario sports betting entry, targeting first-quarter 2026 readiness
The planned entry could add another sports betting operator to Ontario’s regulated market if requirements are met.
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KSA restructures board as vice-chair Bernadette van Buchem leaves
The change leaves Groothuizen as the KSA’s sole board member temporarily while new members are selected.
KSA warns VBET parent SCGO Limited over anti-money laundering shortcomings
The warning identifies compliance weaknesses that may affect VBET’s operations in the Dutch online gambling market.
Oregon Lottery proposes retailer liability rule for Scratch-it tickets
The proposal could increase retailers’ financial exposure and sets a reporting deadline for lost or stolen tickets.
Source: Oregon Lottery (OR)
Brazil's illegal betting sites reportedly capture 55% of online market
The reported market-share shift bears on licensed operators’ competition with illegal betting sites in Brazil.
DraftKings launches prediction app in 38 US states as FanDuel launch nears
The launches expose operators to unresolved legal questions affecting sports contracts and state sports-betting licences.
NBA requires additional game-day injury reports and renews push on prop bets
Sportsbooks and regulators may face further pressure over prop-bet markets and access to player information.
Caixa estimates Mega da Virada 2025 lottery prize at R$1bn
The revised allocation rules shape the estimated prize and distribution for Brazil’s special lottery draw.