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.
Fanatics launches event-contracts platform in 10 US states
The launch establishes Fanatics’ event-contracts presence in 10 states, with expansion to 24 planned.
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MGCB approves Hard Rock Bet as Hannahville platform provider in Michigan
Michigan gains a new online betting and casino platform provider, replacing 888 Holdings’ departing service.
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Missouri launches legal sports betting with eight mobile and seven retail sportsbooks
Missouri now has mobile and retail betting channels, offering operators and suppliers an active market to assess.
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Underdog withdraws from Missouri sports betting licence
Underdog’s choice shifts its Missouri activity from a state sports betting licence to prediction markets.
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Missouri launches sports betting with eight operators live
The launch establishes Missouri market access for eight operators and sets out how the state allocated untethered licences.
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New York board recommends three downstate casino projects for licences
The recommendation advances three casino projects towards state licensing and potential development in New York City.
Missouri launches sports betting with college prop bet restriction
Operators entering Missouri must account for the restriction on prop bets involving the state’s college athletes.
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Missouri launches legal sports betting with eight online sportsbooks
The launch gives operators access to Missouri’s newly legal sports betting market, including two untethered licences.
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New York Gaming Facility Location Board prepares to decide on three downstate casino licences
The decision will determine which, if any, applicants can pursue casino development in downstate New York.
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Play971 begins soft launch as UAE’s first reported licensed online gaming brand
The reported launch gives operators and suppliers a named example of an online gaming brand entering the UAE market.
Underdog withdraws Missouri sports betting application before launch
The withdrawal leaves eight approved operators available at Missouri's sports betting launch.
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Polymarket says CFTC authorises US return as a contracts market
The authorisation allows Polymarket to resume US operations through direct connections with customers and brokers.
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GCGRA licenses Play971 for a UAE field trial
The field trial marks a licensed online gambling operation in the UAE, while full launch remains conditional on its outcome.
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Payhound says it has MiCA authorisation to provide crypto services across the EU
The MiCA authorisation lets Payhound provide crypto and stablecoin payment and settlement services across EU member states.
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Play 971 appears on UAE regulator’s online gaming licensee list
The listing signals a licensed online gaming offering in the UAE, although the site’s launch status remains unclear.
Missouri Gaming Commission confirms Underdog withdraws sports betting application
Underdog’s withdrawal removes an applicant from Missouri’s planned launch and leaves its fantasy sports licence unaffected.
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UKGC reinstates Victoria Gate Casino licence in Leeds
The reinstatement allows the Leeds casino to resume operations after addressing the regulator’s concerns.
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SA Gaming says Peru grants supplier and RGS licences
The stated approvals would allow SA Gaming to offer covered gaming products and services in Peru.
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CFTC approval clears Polymarket for a potential US return
The approval could enable Polymarket to resume US trading through futures commission merchants, subject to its planned pre-launch measures.
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AGCO details Ontario racetrack operating licence renewals
Racetrack operators need to submit current organisational information and disclosures to maintain their licences.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
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AGCO sets requirements for Ontario racetrack licence applications
Applicants must prepare operational plans and secure approval for minor officials before racing begins.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
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AGCO outlines application process for horse-racing teletheatre registrations
Teletheatre applicants need support from a licensed racetrack operator and must meet the AGCO’s registration requirements.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)