LOTERJ begins VLT proof of concept for Clube do Bet in Rio de Janeiro
LOTERJ’s evaluation of security, controls and payments is a necessary step before possible VLT authorisation.
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BetMGM names Super Bowl LIX its most-bet event of 2025
BetMGM’s rankings show which sporting events drove the operator’s betting activity and customer payouts in 2025.
Dutch cabinet proposes higher age limit and tighter gambling rules
The proposals could change age, player-protection and advertising requirements for gambling operators in the Netherlands.
Brazil poll finds 55% back higher taxes on banks, billionaires and betting firms
The proposed tax increase would change the tax burden on betting companies operating in Brazil.
Caixa opens Mega da Virada 2025 betting with estimated R$850m prize
The revised prize allocation affects how lottery revenue is distributed among Mega da Virada winners.
Cebu City Council approves ban on gambling advertising across the city
Gambling operators and advertisers in Cebu City face restrictions on promotional activity across offline and digital channels.
Curaçao brings new gambling law into force in January 2025
The law’s implementation and pending ministerial decisions shape the regulatory framework for gambling businesses in Curaçao.
DraftKings launches Predictions trading app in 38 US states
The launch expands DraftKings’ US offering into federally overseen event contracts across 38 states.
DraftKings launches CFTC-regulated Predictions app in 38 US states
The app gives DraftKings a presence in event-contract markets across states where its sportsbook is not available.
Football Australia bans four players over A-League spot-fixing
The bans set disciplinary consequences for players involved in conduct that corrupted A-League betting outcomes.
Coinbase sues Michigan, Illinois and Connecticut over prediction markets
The cases could affect whether state gaming regulators can restrict prediction-market contracts offered through federally registered exchanges.
Brazil Supreme Court suspends closure of existing betting accounts
Operators must keep existing beneficiary accounts open while continuing to block new registrations pending the hearing.
Appointment
MGM China appoints Kenneth Feng CEO and names Tian Han as COO
The appointments clarify who will lead MGM China and assume its chief operating responsibilities.
Malta Gaming Authority publishes January-June 2025 performance report
The report covers the MGA’s licensing, oversight and enforcement activity during the period, relevant to operators in Malta.
Appointment
US Senate confirms Michael Selig as CFTC chair amid prediction-market questions
Selig’s approach could shape federal oversight of prediction-market platforms and sports event contracts.
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ITIA suspends Pang Renlong for 12 years and fines him $110,000
The sanction bars Pang from authorised tennis activity, including events relevant to the integrity of betting markets.
Salerno prosecutors’ probe into alleged illegal gaming leads to suspect’s release
The investigation concerns alleged unauthorised betting and gaming operations across three Italian provinces.
Appointment
DCMS appoints Kevin Fenton to gambling levy programme board
Fenton’s appointment may influence how the board allocates gambling-harm funding, given his support for phasing out online ads.
MGA publishes H1 2025 report with eight new gaming licences issued
The figures show operators the MGA’s licensing activity and renewal outcomes in the first half of 2025.
Football Australia bans three players over spot-fixing cases
The bans and regulator investigation affect football integrity controls linked to betting-related misconduct in Australia.
DraftKings launches prediction markets across 38 US states
The launch gives DraftKings access to event-contract markets across 38 states, including sports contracts in some states.
DraftKings launches Predictions event-contract platform in 38 US states
The platform adds event-contract access in states where traditional sports betting may be prohibited or limited.
Coinbase sues regulators in three states over prediction markets
The lawsuits challenge whether state gambling laws can apply to sports-related event contracts offered through federally registered exchanges.
ITIA suspends Pang Renlong for 12 years over match manipulation
The suspension bars the player from authorised tennis activity, including events relevant to the integrity of betting markets.
Appointment
18Peaches appoints Sona Tunyan as sales team lead
The appointment puts a named sales lead in charge of 18Peaches’ international partner development.