Buenos Aires lawmaker urges debate on gambling bills
The proposals could set rules for online betting platforms and player identification in Buenos Aires province.
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CDA Gaming legal director argues Brazil’s betting rules risk driving users offshore
The argument concerns how regulatory requirements may affect licensed operators’ ability to retain bettors in Brazil.
Responsible Gambling Council partners with Ottawa Senators through June 2027
The partnership gives the council access to the Senators’ home-game and social media channels for prevention messaging.
FanDuel and Main Street Sports Group launch live bet tracking in selected US markets
The integration connects live sports broadcasts with sportsbook wagers in the markets where both services operate.
Kansspelautoriteit reviews lottery subscription sales practices
The planned review could prompt lottery providers to clarify subscription terms in their sales practices.
Antea Participaties founder urges Dutch ministers to ease legal gambling rules
The proposal raises a policy debate over legal-market rules and enforcement against unlicensed gambling sites.
Finland’s parliament approves gambling framework, sending bill to president
A presidential decision will determine whether Finland ends its gambling monopoly and opens a competitive market.
Swedish operators oppose proposed gambling tax rates of 18% and 26%
The proposed product-specific rates could raise taxes on online casinos, and operators warn this may weaken channelisation.
Virginia Lottery reports casino revenue up 29.7% to $82.4m in November
Higher slot and table game revenue, including receipts from a newly opened temporary casino, contributed to Virginia’s year-on-year increase.
Brazilian Federal Police investigate alleged illegal betting network across five states
The investigation into alleged illegal betting spans five states and includes precautionary measures against four people.
GAMRS estimates MyStake users wagered £1.2bn over a year
The estimates quantify reported UK activity on an unlicensed site and raise concerns about consumer safeguards and self-exclusion.
South Korean agencies respond to celebrity deepfake gambling ads
Agencies are seeking to curb gambling ads using AI-generated celebrity videos, including through referrals to Meta.
Turkish football federation suspends 218 players and 23 referees over betting
The suspensions affect players and referees across Turkish football and signal disciplinary action linked to illegal betting.
Arizona revokes Underdog licence after Crypto.com partnership
The revocation signals that Arizona may scrutinise fantasy operators’ prediction-market partnerships when assessing licence status.
Finnish Parliament approves gambling reform bill for 2027 market opening
Operators face a defined licensing timetable and marketing limits ahead of Finland’s planned competitive market opening.
Brazilian lawmakers discuss raising betting taxes in tax-benefit bill
The proposed rates could increase betting companies’ tax burden if lawmakers include them in the bill.
NFL urges Congress to restrict sports prediction market contracts
The proposed restrictions could affect prediction platforms offering sports contracts nationwide, including in states without licensed sportsbooks.
Brazil’s SPA blocks 19,180 URLs linked to illegal betting
The actions affect payment channels and online access used by unauthorised betting operations in Brazil.
Brazilian federal police suspend two betting platforms in trafficking investigation
The court-ordered suspensions and asset measures directly affect the platforms and entities under investigation.
Peter & Sons signs Interwetten slots deal across four European markets
The agreement adds Peter & Sons games to Interwetten’s casino offering in four regulated markets.
Licence
New York Gaming Commission approves three downstate casino proposals
The approvals advance three casino projects and set projected tax and licence-fee revenue that could affect operators and public funding.
Departure
Steve McCann steps down as Star Entertainment chief executive
The leadership change comes as Star manages regulatory oversight and a transition following a controlling investment.
GGL continues talks with regional addiction-prevention services in Germany
The discussions may inform how regional services address gambling-related harm.
Finnish parliament approves bill to end Veikkaus monopoly
Operators and suppliers can prepare for the planned opening of Finland’s commercial gambling market.
Brazil’s SPA sets notification rules for betting authorisation changes
Operators must follow new approval and reporting procedures when changing authorised brands, platforms, ownership or other business details.