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Asonabade urges Dominican Republic to review gambling bill

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Asonabade president Ricardo Nadal asked the Dominican Republic’s executive to veto or review parts of the gambling bill, reportedly arguing that some provisions could favour monopolies. The bill, sent to the executive, would establish a gambling directorate and rules for land-based and online activity; lottery-banking federation Fenabanca backs it.

Changes to the bill could shape market rules for betting shops and online gambling operators.

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Donato Gallo petition seeks removal of Italy budget bill article 25

Donato Gallo launched a petition on 6 November asking Italy’s parliament to remove article 25 from the 2027 budget bill and open talks with LAN venue operators. The appeal says the proposal would impose annual charges of €1,200 per PC or console and €2,000 per simulator, alongside licensing and platform requirements. These are claims made in the petition, not a description of an enacted measure.

A petition challenging article 25 of Italy’s 2027 budget bill has been launched, according to AGIMEG. Donato Gallo promoted the initiative, which was created on 6 November.

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