An overview of gambling rules across Arab countries describes restrictions as generally tighter than in Western markets, while noting variation between jurisdictions. It says gambling is banned in most forms in the UAE and Qatar, with penalties that can include fines and imprisonment; Qatar permits raffles.
The differing national restrictions affect where gambling operators can offer services across the region.
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Scott Bright filed a lawsuit against Kalshi in King County Superior Court, alleging the platform violated Washington's online gambling ban. His complaint says he lost $308,781.62 between 17 June and 14 August 2026; Kalshi has sought dismissal and argues its event contracts are regulated under federal law and that counterparties, not the company, received his losses.
Scott Bright has sued Kalshi in Washington, alleging that its prediction market violated the state's online gambling ban. Kalshi has sought to dismiss the case.
Hotelux Amsterdam Airport closed at the end of October after Haarlemmermeer’s mayor ordered it to stop operating without a licence. The North Holland District Court rejected Hotelux Airport B.V.’s request to suspend enforcement on 8 October, but the ruling was a provisional assessment; Play World Casino in the same building remains open.
Hotelux in Hoofddorp reportedly closed at the end of October because it lacked the required operating licence, while the casino in the same building remains open. Play World still lists opening hours for Hoofddorp on its location page.
Texas lawmakers filed resolutions on 9 November proposing constitutional amendments that would let voters decide on casino gaming and in-person sports betting at an election on 2 November 2027. The proposals would permit up to 10 casino licences and cap operator taxes at 15%; a separate Senate resolution would allow the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to offer gaming through a state-tribal compact.
Spain's Secretariat-General for Consumer Affairs and Gambling said the Player Portal provides information and prevention tools, not effective limits on play. The portal lets registered users view account operators and activity reports, and set alerts against their own participation and deposit thresholds.
Spain's Secretariat-General for Consumer Affairs and Gambling said alerts from the Player Portal are informational and do not impose effective limits on play. The secretariat explained the portal in a LinkedIn publication and video.
IVACE has approved a €22,319,310 grant call in Valencia for energy-efficiency improvements to tertiary-sector buildings, and casinos and gaming halls are eligible, according to the published resolution. Grants cover up to 30% of eligible costs; applications close on 30 June 2027 or when funds are exhausted.
IVACE has approved €22,319,310 in grants for energy-efficiency improvements to tertiary-sector buildings in Valencia. Casinos, gaming halls, party venues, nightclubs and similar establishments are eligible.