Massachusetts court blocks Kalshi sports event contracts pending appeal
Kalshi cannot offer sports event contracts in Massachusetts while its appeal proceeds.
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Santa Anita sues California DOJ over seizure of 26 betting machines
The case will determine whether Santa Anita can recover the seized machines before the state’s stated destruction deadline.
High Court dismisses former Entain executives' claim against UK Gambling Commission
The ruling and planned appeal affect former executives' legal challenge to the UK regulator's handling of a proposed takeover.
Royal Courts of Justice dismisses Alexander and Feldman privacy claim against UKGC
The court rejected the executives’ privacy claim over the UKGC’s disclosure, though they reportedly intend to appeal.
Licence
DAZN Bet receives Ontario approval ahead of planned market entry
Ontario approval and the planned Pragmatic Group partnership move DAZN Bet toward market entry, though no launch date is confirmed.
Maryland lawmakers propose criminal penalties for sweepstakes casinos
If enacted, the bills would expose sweepstakes platform operators and promoters in Maryland to criminal penalties and licensing consequences.
Dutch government submits bill to exempt small bingo events from Alcohol Act
The bill could allow qualifying community bingo events at venues where alcohol is served.
High Court rejects former Entain executives’ privacy case against UKGC
The ruling addresses the executives’ challenge to UKGC conduct while their separate criminal case remains pending.
Alberta plans to ease registration for Ontario-licensed iGaming applicants
Ontario-registered operators and suppliers may be able to use their existing registration when applying in Alberta.
California DOJ seizes 15 Santa Anita gaming machines
The seizure and disputed legality affect the availability of race-based gambling machines at California racetracks.
Licence
DAZN Bet obtains Ontario gambling licence for sports betting and igaming
The Ontario licence gives DAZN Bet a regulated route to offer sports betting and igaming in the province.
Spain closes comment period on proposed deposit-limit decree
Operators must track proposed deposit thresholds and implementation conditions as the draft proceeds towards possible approval.
California officials seize 26 historical horse-racing machines at Santa Anita
The seizure puts the legality of Santa Anita’s historical horse-racing wagering terminals in dispute.
Licence
AGCO grants DAZN an Ontario online betting and casino licence
DAZN cannot begin taking Ontario bets until it completes the required operating agreement with iGaming Ontario.
Zitro installs FANTASY cabinet at Casino Barcelona in Spain
The installation marks Zitro’s first FANTASY deployment in Spain and adds two games to a named casino’s offering.
Results
OLG pays C$31.95m to Ontario casino host communities for Q3
The payments quantify casino gaming revenue distributed to Ontario municipalities under OLG’s host-community agreement.
Source: OLG
South Carolina lawmakers face opposition to proposed casino expansion
Operators and investors face political opposition to a proposal that could create a casino licensing framework in South Carolina.
Aristocrat Interactive CEO Dylan Slaney targets US iGaming growth
Aristocrat Interactive’s growth ambitions depend on developing US iGaming markets while maintaining player protection and trust.
Illinois bill proposes extending Bally’s Chicago temporary casino licence
The proposal could extend Bally’s temporary operations while construction of its permanent Illinois casino continues.
York Regional Police charge two men in illegal gambling and extortion investigation
The case highlights criminal and enforcement exposure linked to illegal online betting and debt collection in Ontario.
Illinois lawmaker proposes 12-month extension for Bally's Chicago opening
The proposal could extend Bally's temporary casino operation while delaying the permanent venue's required opening date.
Kentucky lawmaker files bill on computer-assisted horse-racing wagers
If enacted, the bill could change the terms under which operators provide access to Kentucky pari-mutuel pools.
New York plaintiffs sue Kalshi over alleged unlicensed sports betting
The lawsuit alleges unlawful sports betting and misleading claims, raising challenges for Kalshi’s US operations.
New York Senate bill proposes state licensing for prediction markets
Platforms serving New York residents could face state licensing, disclosure and compliance requirements if the bill passes.
US lawmakers introduce bill to restore full gambling-loss deductions
The proposal could change operators’ customers’ tax treatment and influence their participation in regulated betting markets.