The Botswana Gambling Authority held a consultative meeting with Ministry of Trade and Industry delegates and its staff on 24 July 2023. The session sought feedback on proposed objectives and amendments to the gaming and gambling policy, the authority said.
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Spain’s DGOJ met Games Global, LEOESP, JPJ OPS Spain, OlyBet España and Golden Park Games as part of its consultations on gambling-law reform, the report says. The operators presented their views and proposals on the future regulatory framework; the regulator is continuing its round of industry meetings.
Spain’s DGOJ met representatives of ANESAR, FEMARA, FAMACASMAN and ACEO as part of its discussions on a proposed reform of the Gambling Law. ANESAR said the groups opposed expanding public gambling products and terminals into additional sales channels; the DGOJ plans further meetings before drafting a bill, while the report said parliamentary timing could prevent completion in the current legislature.
Caixa Econômica Federal is consulting lottery retailers on proposed changes to Lotofácil prize bands, according to the report. The proposal would halve fixed prizes for 11, 12 and 13 correct numbers, redirecting funds towards the two top prize bands; Caixa has not announced implementation.
The Malta Gaming Authority is consulting on a proposed charter for ethical and responsible AI use in gaming. Developed with the Malta Digital Innovation Authority, the voluntary guidance is intended to complement existing legal and regulatory frameworks, including the EU Artificial Intelligence Act.
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission will advance draft amendments to the GSC Bill for consideration by Tynwald, with a view to enacting changes in 2026. The proposals would standardise the regulator’s inspection and investigation tools; the GSC said consultation responses were generally positive, although some raised concerns about the scope of certain powers.