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DTIC grants Ithuba a 12-month interim lottery licence in South Africa
The interim licence maintains lottery and sports pool operations during the transition to the next operator.
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South Africa agrees temporary lottery extension for Ithuba during operator handover
The extension avoids a break in lottery operations while the incoming licensee prepares to take over.
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South Africa’s DTIC awards national lottery licence to Sizekhaya consortium
Sizekhaya’s licence award changes the planned national lottery operator, while Ithuba maintains sales under a temporary licence.
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Caesars gains support for Times Square casino bid from Wyndham and venues
Support from local venues and a hotel group adds named backing to Caesars’ bid for one of three downstate casino licences.
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High Roller applies to enter Ontario’s regulated iGaming market
The application could add another online casino supplier to Ontario’s regulated market if approved.
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New York City Council delays vote on Bally’s Bronx casino proposal
Without the Council’s action, Bally’s cannot advance its bid for a downstate New York casino licence.
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Bally’s chairman alleges Trump link is hurting New York casino bid
The city’s decision on the home-rule measure affects Bally’s ability to pursue a downstate casino concession.
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South Africa names Siyakhaya lottery operator as licence gap threatens nine-month halt
A possible interruption could halt lottery operations and affect the R1.8 billion in good-cause funding cited by the NLC chair.
Wyndham chief executive backs Caesars Times Square casino bid
The endorsement adds a hospitality executive’s support to Caesars’ bid for one of New York’s downstate casino licences.
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NetGaming says it secured Pennsylvania interactive gaming manufacturer licence
The licence gives NetGaming a stated route to offer its games in Pennsylvania’s regulated market.
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GCGRA licenses Random State to supply lottery games in the UAE
The licence allows Random State to offer lottery products to licensed operators in the UAE.
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High Roller Technologies applies for Ontario online gambling licence
The application is a step towards High Roller’s proposed entry into Ontario’s regulated online gambling market.
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Scientific Games receives UAE gaming vendor licence
The licence allows Scientific Games to supply lottery products and services in the UAE market.
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GCGRA licenses Scientific Games as a UAE gaming-related vendor
The licence permits Scientific Games to supply gaming products and services in the UAE market.
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GRAI says Ireland licensing operations remain targeted for late 2025
Operators should plan around the GRAI’s targeted late-2025 licensing start and the possibility that full implementation comes later.
Banese launches Sergipe lottery with online, number-draw and instant games
The launch establishes a state lottery with online and retail channels under Agrese oversight.
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Nevada Gaming Commission approves Merkur licence and Gaming Arts acquisition
The approvals allow Merkur to enter Nevada as a licensed supplier and complete its acquisition of Gaming Arts.
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Pinnacle reportedly prepares to leave Curaçao before licence expiry
A departure could affect Pinnacle's Curaçao licensing arrangements and local operations.
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High Roller applies for Ontario operator licence and plans Alberta application
Ontario entry depends on the licence application, while the company’s Alberta plans hinge on that market opening.
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Ireland’s GRAI plans licence applications this year, regime in mid-2026
Operators face an application window in 2025, with the new licensing regime and turnover-based social impact fund due later.
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Hellenic Gaming Commission grants Fennica Gaming three Greek licences
The approvals let Fennica Gaming supply games to licensed operators across three gambling product categories in Greece.
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AGCO details application documents for Ontario cannabis retail licences
The application requirements and possible outcomes shape the documentation and review process for Ontario cannabis licence applicants.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
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AGCO requires pre-authorisation inspections for Ontario cannabis stores
Applicants must satisfy the AGCO’s inspection conditions before a cannabis store can receive authorisation and open.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
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AGCO outlines requirements for Ontario cannabis store authorisations
The requirements affect store eligibility and the approvals applicants need before opening in Ontario.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
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Nevada Gaming Commission licenses Merkur to manufacture and distribute gaming products
The licence enables Merkur to enter Nevada as a gaming-product manufacturer and distributor, while the approved acquisition remains pending completion.