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ANJL says Datafolha survey shows betting not main cause of debt
The association's reading of survey data feeds Brazil's debate on betting's social impact as regulators weigh further restrictions.
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Laws, tax changes, consultations and gambling policy.
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NWGB runs responsible gambling roadshow in Leeudoringstad with local partners
The outreach shows the North West regulator pairing gambling education with liquor and policing partners at community level.
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SAPAR meets European representatives over Italian retail gambling reform
Operators should note SAPAR called for broader participation and agreement in Italian retail gambling reform.
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EU court limits liability protection for partnered gambling video channels
Operators should note the EU court said Google may not qualify for liability protection over gambling videos from revenue-sharing creators.
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Uruguay’s DNLQ plans AI tools against illegal betting
Regulators should note Uruguay's DNLQ plans artificial intelligence tools to address illegal online betting and strengthen enforcement.
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CSU motion seeks broader powers and tougher illegal-gambling penalties
Regulators should note the CSU motion sought wider investigative powers and increased penalties for illegal online gambling.
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UK government confirms plans to extend unlicensed gambling sponsorship ban beyond sport
Operators and rights holders face a possible end to unlicensed sponsorship deals, with smaller clubs most exposed to lost revenue.
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Former employee sues MotorCity Casino over dismissal during medical recovery
Operators should note the lawsuit challenges the Detroit casino's handling of an employee's medical leave and dismissal.
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Evolution chief executive warns of low regulated-market channelisation
Regulators should note Evolution's CEO warned some regulated-market channelisation rates had fallen to around 50%.
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MGA warns of fake gambling sites posing as licensed operators
Operators face brand impersonation risk, and players relying on unverified sites fall outside Malta's consumer-protection and regulatory oversight.
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Brazil requires gambling harm warnings in betting advertisements
Operators must add dependence and disorder warnings to all betting advertising material under the new guidelines.
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EU AMLR imposes direct AML duties on gambling operators from July 2027
Gambling operators across the EU must align customer checks and risk controls with directly binding EU rules before July 2027.
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DraftKings sues Philadelphia to block consumer protection ordinance
The case tests whether US cities can impose consumer protection rules on licensed sportsbook and casino operators alongside state gaming law.
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Capitanio interprets EU Google ruling as limiting platform neutrality
The commissioner links the ruling to Italy's approach and limits on large platforms' neutrality.
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Kasinohai study finds understated casino wagering requirements
The study flags advertised wagering conditions that understated total stakes needed at Finnish-facing casinos.
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CFTC directs Kalshi to maintain Michigan sports contracts
The CFTC's direction conflicts with a state court order, leaving Kalshi competing obligations in Michigan.
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NRW gambling addiction body criticises GGL stake-limit increase
The addiction office seeks public justification and independent evaluation of the higher virtual-slot stake limit.
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Kalshi faces Michigan geofencing deadline as CFTC orders trades honoured
The rulings test whether federal commodities law preempts state gambling rules for CFTC-regulated event contracts, affecting prediction market operators and licensed sportsbooks.
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Sri Lanka gambling rules now expected in October
Finalisation is now expected in October amid enforcement-capacity concerns, delaying the framework.
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Ferrara police approve revised prohibited-games list
The revised list specifies prohibited games for public establishments, private clubs and betting venues.
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Cuiabá mayor issues betting advertising ban pending implementing rules
The decree would restrict sports-betting advertising on public streets and spaces once rules are set.
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Cambodian regulator discusses oversight with Victoria counterpart
Cambodia's regulator gains Victoria's licensing, compliance, enforcement and responsible gambling experience.
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UK government consults on unlicensed gambling sponsorship ban
The proposal would restrict unlicensed operators' access to sports sponsorship if adopted.
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France notifies online gambling data rules to European Commission
The notified technical rules would change how French-licensed operators record player-account and payment data, affecting compliance and fraud controls.
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UKGC survey finds stable gambling participation
The findings showed stable participation across three comparable years of data, giving regulators a consistent baseline.