Italian MP Mauro D’Attis said he would seek changes to the increased levy during discussion of the 2027 budget. He said measures should address illegal gambling and addiction risks, while protecting regulated operators; the source gives no proposed rate or amount.
Regulated operators can monitor potential levy changes as Italy considers illegal gambling and addiction risks.
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It was reported that the Korea Casino Association asked South Korea’s culture ministry to revise proposed gambling rules. It argued that a higher tourism levy and licence renewal requirements could weaken the sector’s competitiveness.
The Korea Casino Association has asked South Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism to reconsider proposed changes to the casino regulatory framework. The association warned that a higher tourism levy and a licence renewal system would weaken the industry's competitiveness and deter investment.
It was reported that tribal gaming groups urged senators to oppose the Clarity Act unless it prevents prediction platforms bypassing gambling rules. They sought restrictions on sports and casino-style contracts, while platforms argued their products have federal protection.
AGEO president Víctor Mato said the association hopes changes will be made to Galicia’s draft gaming regulation to reflect the operating conditions of hospitality businesses. He criticised some proposed requirements, including a process for reporting temporary bar closures lasting more than 30 days, and called for updated prices for gaming sessions.
AGEO, the association representing gaming businesses in Galicia, has called for changes to the region's proposed gaming regulation, its president Víctor Mato said. Mato said the association hopes the final text will reflect the operating conditions of hospitality businesses, and that it expects to persuade the Xunta, Galicia's regional government.
The MGA reportedly abandoned several proposed amendments to Malta’s Recognition Notice framework, according to a media report. The regulator said its final approach would distinguish B2B and B2C businesses and use targeted, risk-based information gathering; it plans to continue consultations with foreign licence holders.
A recent report by Next.io states that the regulator has dropped multiple proposed changes to the Recognition Notice framework for the region. Even so, the authority intends to keep seeking input from holders of foreign licences and to collect more recommendations, according to the report.