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Cipriani targets October 2027 opening for Uruguay’s San Rafael casino complex
Suppliers and investors have an October 2027 opening target, with construction expected to finish between April and May 2027.
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Licence applications, approvals and access to regulated markets.
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NAPP recognises GLI certification reports for Uzbekistan gaming products
Operators and suppliers can submit GLI reports for gaming product introductions in Uzbekistan while technical requirements remain under development.
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High Roller plans US prediction market launch for ROLR in 2026
High Roller has secured regulatory approvals and nearly completed technology development, choosing an introducing broker model to accelerate market entry.
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Uzbekistan’s regulatory authority lists GLI for gaming product testing
The listing gives GLI regulatory recognition for gaming product testing in Uzbekistan.
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Uzbekistan’s gambling authority adds GLI to its regulatory listing
Uzbekistan's regulator officially listing GLI establishes the testing laboratory's regulatory recognition in that gambling market.
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ONJN grants FA CHAI Gaming Class II licence in Romania
The Class II licence extends FA CHAI Gaming’s authorised operations in Romania.
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DraftKings launches prediction market platform in California
DraftKings joins Kalshi and Polymarket in California’s prediction market sector, where traditional sports betting remains illegal.
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DraftKings launches in California as Kalshi recruits lobbyists
Kalshi is lobbying to maintain California platform access as DraftKings goes live in the state.
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Virginia Lottery grants BETER vendor registration for tenth US state
Virginia operators can obtain BETER’s tournament data and streams, with both offerings already available through bet365.
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Endorphina secures supplier licence in Alberta
AGLC approval enables Endorphina to supply Alberta’s regulated iGaming market.
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Sasebo chamber plans request to revive Nagasaki casino-resort bid
Sasebo’s chamber plans to seek an improved Nagasaki casino resort bid, renewing efforts to develop the project.
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Alberta anticipates online gambling operator numbers could double by October
Further approvals could expand Alberta’s regulated market beyond its current 27 casino sites and 22 operators.
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Rio Grande do Norte authorises Lottopay as first private Loto Potiguar operator
Lottopay becomes the first private operator authorised to operate Rio Grande do Norte’s state lottery.
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Topbet expands into South Africa’s Eastern Cape
Topbet’s Eastern Cape launch establishes operations under an Eastern Cape Gambling Board licence through Colman Pty Ltd.
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Kenya’s GRA opens licensing cycle after High Court lifts restrictions
Operators must reapply as existing licences expire, while disputed fee increases remain suspended pending final judgment.
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Cipriani considers temporary Uruguay casino as San Rafael opening slips to 2027
Cipriani’s proposed temporary casino requires government approval and agreed operating conditions following delays to San Rafael.
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Kenya GRA opens gambling licence applications for 2026
Kenya’s application window allows gambling operators to seek 2026 licences under the Gambling Control Act, 2025.
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Appuesta launches online sportsbook in Dominican Republic
Appuesta’s authorised launch adds digital sports betting with local payment methods to the Dominican Republic’s market.
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TaDa Gaming launches 3 Tomb Keepers in Brazil
TaDa Gaming’s Brazilian offering gains a slot combining TriLuck, expanding reels and five jackpot tiers.
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Acres identifies opportunity to enter Macau casino technology market
Acres sees favourable conditions for Macau market entry amid increasing competitive pressure.
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PAGCOR obtains ISO certification for 16 Casino Filipino sites in the Philippines
The certification covers 16 sites and branches within PAGCOR's Casino Filipino operations.
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DICJ approves Acres as Macau gaming machine manufacturer
DICJ authorised Acres Manufacturing as a Macau gaming machine manufacturer for a limited period ending 2027.
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Fliff and Onyx Odds seek futures commission merchant registration
Suppliers should note Fliff and Onyx Odds seek futures commission merchant registration as sweepstakes regulatory pressure increases.
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AGLC approves GGPoker for Alberta online poker
Suppliers should note AGLC issued GGPoker an Alberta operator licence on 12 August, ahead of its relaunch.
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Fliff applies for Futures Commission Merchant status
Investors should note Fliff's approval could enable a partnership with a Designated Contract Market-registered exchange.