Haiti establishes ANJHA and requires gambling payments through DGI
Operators face a new national licensing framework and a required official channel for fees and other payments.
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Brazilian minister says betting persists despite proposed nationwide ban
The absence of studies on a possible betting ban’s effects leaves policymakers and operators without an assessed basis for judging its economic, fiscal, regulatory or social consequences.
Wellington Dias backs Brazil's proposed suspension of betting despite enforcement concerns
Dias's remarks highlight enforcement limits relevant to operators and regulators considering the proposed betting suspension.
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Fertitta is expected to appoint Reeg to lead Landry’s after Caesars acquisition
The reported plan could reshape executive oversight across Caesars and Golden Nugget if the acquisition closes.
DGJA transfers provisional betting-shop register to Dominican Republic tax authority
The shared register will support tax checks and regularisation for betting businesses enrolled in the plan.
Dominican DGJA hands tax authority provisional database of regularised gaming venues
The provisional database aims to bring registered operators into the national tax system and strengthen oversight.
AGSI seeks bridging measures as Italian retail concessions near expiry
Retail concessions for betting, bingo, AWPs and VLTs expire 31 December 2026 with the reorganisation decree shelved since August.
Dutch cabinet rejects proposals to ban Postcode Loterij format and tighten advertising rules
The decision leaves the lottery’s current format and advertising rules unchanged while the Tweede Kamer considers the initiative.
As.Tro technical group sets AWP and VLT workstreams in Italy
The workstreams could shape proposals on machine rules and payment methods across Italy’s land-based and online gambling sectors.
Lula says Brazil’s Congress is unlikely to reverse betting ban
Congressional approval will determine whether the provisional betting ban becomes permanent.
Susquehanna and Castle Technologies develop prediction market hedges for small businesses
Small businesses can receive prediction market payouts when specified events increase expenses or interrupt operations.
Massachusetts study finds young adults generally accept sports betting despite risks
The study gives regulators evidence that young adults consider sports betting acceptable while acknowledging risks.
Dominican Republic reports mixed July gambling tax receipts after Plan Anticrisis
The figures show differing tax trends across casinos, slots and lottery and sports-betting outlets.
Lula renews call to end Brazil’s betting industry amid revenue and illegal-market concerns
A proposed ban could affect regulated operators and government revenue while potentially shifting bettors to unauthorised platforms.
US representatives propose restrictions on sports event contracts
Operators and investors face restrictions on prediction platforms offering sports and casino contracts.
Kalshi agrees to shut Nevada operations
Kalshi agreed to close Nevada operations after acknowledging residents could still access contracts despite a geoblocking order.
CFTC orders Kalshi to complete Michigan sports trades amid court dispute
The conflicting federal directive and state court order leave prediction-market operators facing uncertainty over Michigan sports contracts.
NCAA permanently bars Iona guard Adam Njie Jr. over betting violations
The ruling reinforces eligibility consequences for college players who share information with bettors.
DGOJ outlines planned deposit limits and risk detection for Spain's online gambling market
Operators may need to adapt to proposed shared deposit limits and risk-monitoring measures.
DGOJ and eight European regulators issue joint warning on prediction markets during FIFA World Cup 2026
Nine regulators signed a joint statement saying prediction-market platforms mostly operate without authorisation in Europe, pledging closer cooperation.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
Trimbos calls for gambling advertising ban to address gambling harm
The proposal could affect operators’ advertising activity and the evidence used to justify restrictions.
Minnesota bans prediction markets through signed bill
The felony provision changes the legal exposure of prediction-market operators and participants in Minnesota.
Agricultural groups urge CFTC review of commodity-linked prediction markets
The requested review could affect how commodity-linked prediction contracts are overseen and used alongside agricultural futures.
US senators propose restricting sports contracts on prediction markets
The bill could prohibit sports and casino-like prediction contracts while permitting economic hedging contracts.
AGA chief criticises CFTC's role in prediction markets
The dispute over federal and state authority could affect how prediction markets and sports wagering are regulated.