Santa Catarina assembly approves bill regulating charity bingo events
If enacted, the bill would establish certification and documentation requirements for non-profit groups holding charity bingo events in Santa Catarina.
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Espírito Santo assembly approves 0.5% lottery regulation levy
The levy would add a recurring regulatory charge to the licensed state lottery operator’s costs.
Brazil government launches betting self-exclusion campaign and support platform
Operators may face increased user self-exclusion as the government promotes a national blocking platform.
Ethiopia revokes all sports betting licences and orders operators to stop
The order removes licensed betting operations and requires operators and financial institutions to stop related activity immediately.
Arizona moves to revoke Underdog’s DFS licence over prediction-market conduct
The proposed licence revocation could affect Underdog’s ability to offer daily fantasy sports in Arizona.
Sicilian tax court rejects appeal over gaming-related tax assessments
The ruling affects how gaming outlets and internet points are treated in the tax dispute.
Brazil Senate approves proposed 15% tax on online betting deposits
If enacted, the deposit tax would change the cost of betting with licensed operators in Brazil.
Loterie Nationale joins United Lotteries for Integrity in Sports
Membership gives the Luxembourg lottery access to integrity monitoring and information sharing for sports betting.
Iowa sportsbooks report $321m in November wagering
Record November wagering offers operators and investors a measure of Iowa sports betting activity.
Chile’s 25 casinos report CLP46.17bn in October gaming revenue
The reported revenue provides operators and investors with a measure of Chile’s land-based casino market.
Nebraska recovers nearly $530,000 from gambling winnings in 13 weeks
Casino operators in Nebraska must withhold eligible winnings from people with outstanding state debts.
Finnish parliament approves new gambling law, pending presidential signature
The law’s approval is a step towards Finland’s planned licensing system for gambling.
Altenar partners with Brasil da Sorte on Brazilian sportsbook platform
The partnership provides Brasil da Sorte with sportsbook infrastructure and compliance tools for its Brazilian operations.
Licence
New York Gaming Commission approves three downstate casino licences
The approvals allow three casino projects to proceed, subject to substantial fees and investment commitments.
DigiPlus expands payment options after Philippine e-wallet restrictions
The payment changes offer DigiPlus players alternative ways to fund and withdraw from accounts following the e-wallet restrictions.
Free Market Parliamentary Front opposes proposed CIDE-Bets tax and retroactive collection
The proposals could change regulated operators’ tax costs and expose past market participants to retroactive collection.
Alessandro Vieira backs 15% CIDE-Bets levy on user bets
The proposed tax base and rate would determine the contribution betting platforms and users face if the bill advances.
Nevada gaming board discusses proposed rules on game approvals and wagering accounts
Proposed changes could alter approval requirements and the use of wagering accounts for Nevada gaming businesses.
Brazil delays vote on 15% gambling deposit tax until 2026
The delay leaves operators facing uncertainty over a proposed tax on deposits and retrospective taxation.
Philippine police intensify patrols against remaining illegal POGO operations
The intensified enforcement may affect illegal operators and recruitment routes linked to POGO activity.
US states expand bans and enforcement against sweepstakes casinos
Operators and suppliers in affected states face expanded legal restrictions and enforcement against sweepstakes casino platforms.
Appointment
Sportradar appoints former Flutter chief Breon Corcoran to board
The appointment adds a board member with senior betting, gaming and fintech experience.
Crypto.com stops offering sports contracts in eight US states
The withdrawals show how state-level legal challenges are affecting Crypto.com’s availability of sports event contracts.
White Hat Studios agrees to supply casino content to Betly in West Virginia
The agreement adds White Hat Studios’ casino content to Betly’s sole online casino market.
Buenos Aires province plans rules to limit online betting advertising
Licensed operators in Buenos Aires may face new limits on advertising hours, content and channels.