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Japan plans second integrated resort bidding round from May 2027
Potential applicants and prefectures have a defined window to prepare proposals for Japan’s remaining resort permits.
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GCGRA approves Play971 for online betting in the UAE
The reported approval establishes a licensed online betting platform in the UAE market.
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Japan Tourism Agency schedules new integrated resort bidding for 2027
The timetable gives potential bidders a defined window to pursue either of Japan’s two available integrated resort licences.
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PAGCOR revokes Emerald Bay provisional gaming licence in the Philippines
The revocation ends the project’s provisional authorisation and removes the basis for its proposed partnership with EEI.
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Gemini launches prediction markets across 50 US states
The launch adds a federally regulated event-contract platform to the US market while leaving sports contracts outside its initial offering.
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New York State Gaming Commission approves three New York City casino projects
The approvals set the path for three casino developments and their planned opening schedules in New York City.
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New York Gaming Commission approves three downstate casino proposals
The approvals advance three casino projects and set projected tax and licence-fee revenue that could affect operators and public funding.
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New York Gaming Commission approves three conditional New York City casino licences
The approvals clear the administrative licensing step for three proposed New York City casino projects.
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Nevada Gaming Control Board recommends Entain CEO Stella David for licence
David’s licence application remains subject to commission consideration, with continuity and succession planning among her stated priorities.
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Matchbook plans UK prediction-market launch under existing licence
The UK launch will use Matchbook’s existing licence, while its US partner still seeks regulatory approval for an exchange.
Underdog stops taking North Carolina sports bets on 16 December
Underdog’s exit removes a sportsbook from the state market and leaves the commission addressing any unresolved player issues.
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CFTC approves Gemini Titan prediction markets licence
The approval enables Gemini Titan to offer event contracts in the US and sets out its planned product expansion.
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New York Gaming Commission prepares to consider three downstate casino licences
The commission’s decision would determine whether three recommended projects receive downstate casino concessions.
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Queensland OLGR sets approval requirements for non-QCOM casino products
Suppliers need to meet Queensland's testing and compliance requirements before their products can be used in casinos.
Source: OLGR Queensland
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Matchbook plans UK prediction-market launch from January 2026
The planned launch would add a licensed prediction-market product to the UK sports betting market.
CFTC approves Gemini as a designated contract market in the US
CFTC approval clears Gemini to operate a US contract market, though some prediction-market contracts may require further filings.
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CFTC grants Gemini Titan a designated contract market licence in the US
The approval allows Gemini Titan to offer event contracts in the US, although no launch date was given.
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Penn seeks Nevada technology-related licensing for M Resort
A licence change could let Penn customise reporting and expand its in-house cashless system at the M Resort.
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Nevada Gaming Commission considers Boomer’s and Caesars sportsbook applications
The decisions could expand sportsbook access at five Nevada properties and extend Caesars app access at four venues.
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Nevada Gaming Commission considers Sun Valley Casino licence for Hobey’s
The application would enable the partnership to operate Hobey’s and add slots if regulators approve the licence.
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Brazil’s SPA issues 67 initial betting authorisations for regulated market
Operators need SPA authorisation to continue offering betting in Brazil’s regulated market.
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Finnish gambling reform may face six-month delay, reports say
A delay would change the expected timing for operators preparing to enter Finland’s proposed licensed market.
Loto-Québec plans Saguenay gaming hall opening by mid-2027
The planned venue would expand Loto-Québec’s land-based gaming operations in Saguenay.
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New York selection board flags Genting disclosure omissions in casino licence recommendation
The board’s concerns could influence the Gaming Commission’s decision on Genting’s New York casino application.
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Expanse Studios receives supplier approvals in Sweden and Romania
The approvals allow Expanse Studios to pursue distribution with licensed operators in two regulated markets.