Brazilian editorial urges Supreme Court to uphold online betting ban
The competing figures bear on the economic case being made for and against the online betting prohibition.
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French police investigate reported Polymarket bets on Ballon d’Or
The investigation concerns bets linked to the order of the Ballon d’Or’s first five finishers.
Dina Titus urges House leaders to restore full gambling-loss deduction
The proposed change would affect gambling-loss tax treatment for players and regulated gaming markets across the US.
Canadian provinces consider further regulated iGaming expansion
Potential provincial market openings and a court ruling could affect where operators can offer regulated online gambling.
North American markets report Alberta’s C$122m opening-quarter iGaming revenue
The figures give operators and investors a comparison of early wagering and revenue in Alberta and Ontario.
Brazil Supreme Court hears arguments on proposed online betting ban
The court’s decision could determine whether Brazil’s online gambling and sports betting market remains open.
Malta’s opinion extends Austria gambling reform standstill to 7 December
The extended standstill affects the timetable for Austria’s proposed online casino market opening and concession rules.
Brazilian government prohibits fixed-odds betting under MP 1,394/2026
Operators face the loss of fees for unused authorisation periods, while the measure changes the status of regulated fixed-odds betting.
Argentine bishops urge Senate to debate online betting bill before 30 November
The Senate faces a 30 November deadline to act before the bill loses parliamentary status.
CNC data show no faster arrears decline after Brazil betting ban
The figures do not show a faster monthly decline in arrears after the betting ban.
Financial Ombudsman orders Santander to refund eligible UK gambling losses
The decision identifies the period and compensation Santander must apply to gambling transactions made by a customer who disclosed addiction.
PENN says interactive losses are largely behind it as Alberta launch tracks Ontario share
PENN's comments provide investors with its assessment of interactive losses and early Alberta performance.
Sicily tax court bars association representative’s personal appeal over 2016 gaming assessment
The ruling distinguishes an association’s tax liability from that of its legal representative in gaming-sector disputes.
Italy’s Anti-Mafia Commission reports criminal interests in gambling and money laundering
The findings identify organised-crime risks affecting gaming-machine distribution and gambling venues in Puglia.
Italy's Chamber begins review of 2027 budget bill gaming measures
The proposed tax, concession and venue changes could alter costs and operating conditions for gaming businesses in Italy.
Amusnet launches more than 140 games with SkillOnNet in Ontario
The Ontario agreement expands the games available to SkillOnNet brands, while the other developments affect supplier distribution and market access.
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SkyCity proposes Lauren Quaintance for board director role
SkyCity’s proposed director cannot take up the appointment until gaming-jurisdiction regulators approve it.
Appointment
BORME records governance changes at three Spanish gaming companies
The records detail changes to representation, auditing and governance at gaming-related companies in Spain.
Spain's Hacienda keeps gambling machine tax modules unchanged for 2027
Operators and venues can use the stated tax modules when assessing 2027 liabilities for machines and lottery or betting sales.
Origen Extremadura agrees salary rises and tip-sharing terms for Casino de Extremadura
The agreement sets pay, tip-sharing and incentive terms for Casino de Extremadura staff through 2028.
Recreativos Ibaizabal records voluntary dissolution and liquidation in Bizkaia
Suppliers and investors can note that Recreativos Ibaizabal was dissolved and extinguished, with its sole administrator appointed liquidator.
SBC establishes regulatory advisory board for global gambling markets
Suppliers and regulators gain a forum for advice on regulatory initiatives and emerging issues across international gambling markets.
Tuscany regional court overturns 10-day suspension of Florence gaming hall licences
The ruling limits when police can suspend gaming-hall licences for conduct already sanctioned by ADM or an alleged unauthorised representative.
H2 Gambling Capital analyst says Nova Scotia regulation may take years
The projected timeline bears on suppliers and operators assessing a possible commercial gaming market in Nova Scotia.
Brazil court hearing examines online betting ban as Congress review remains pending
The measure’s pending congressional review leaves the proposed online betting prohibition unresolved for operators and advertisers.