Josh Gottheimer proposes facial recognition checks for online betting
The bill would require online sportsbooks and prediction markets to adopt facial-recognition age checks.
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Kasinohai study finds advertised wagering terms understate total staking requirements
Tests of 50 casinos found advertised wagering terms often understated the stakes Finnish customers actually faced.
House subcommittee to examine sports event prediction markets
The hearing could signal whether US lawmakers seek legislation on sports event contracts or place them under the Commodity Exchange Act.
Italy’s Court of Cassation rejects appeal over delayed online betting case
The ruling leaves the conviction’s consequences in place despite the court’s criticism of the notification delay.
Italy’s Court of Cassation overturns aggravated-damage conviction at gaming venue
The ruling clarifies when venue property under active supervision can qualify for an aggravated-damage charge.
New Jersey gambling revenue reaches $585.6m in June
The revenue figure gives operators and investors an update on New Jersey’s market performance.
ADM establishes Gioco Più online instant lottery
The Gioco Più 20€ national instant lottery adds a remotely accessible game to the lottery offering.
Los Angeles therapists report more young adults seeking gambling treatment as Kalshi expands
Operators and regulators face pressure to address prediction markets that draw young adults into gambling outside state licensing regimes.
Google bars prediction market advertising in Michigan and New York
Operators offering prediction market products face advertising restrictions in two additional US states.
Italy’s tax authority expects €800m gambling revenue increase
The €800m expected increase signals higher gambling receipts for Italy’s public finances.
Hong Kong Jockey Club records HK$143.31 billion in 2025/26 wagering
The turnover figures show the scale of Hong Kong racing and the growth of commingling and simulcast activity.
Kenya's GRA sets KSh50m fine risk for foreign betting operators
Offshore operators serving Kenyan residents must apply IP geo-blocking and identity controls or face penalties of up to KSh50m.
AGLC sets mandatory bingo staff social responsibility training
Bingo licensees must certify registered gaming workers within 30 days of hire under A Good Call requirements.
Source: AGLC (Alberta)
AGLC mandates Deal Us In training for casino and REC staff
Casino and racing entertainment centre operators face mandatory Deal Us In certification within 30 days of staff start dates.
Source: AGLC (Alberta)
AGLC requires Reel Facts training for VLT retail staff
Operators must certify VLT staff within 30 days and meet the 80% exam score to stay compliant.
Source: AGLC (Alberta)
Catalonia assigns tax authority gaming unit 2027 budget tax-benefit review
The review will provide operators and regulators with an assessment of the fiscal cost of tax benefits affecting the sector.
UK and Netherlands plan joint measures against illegal gambling crime
Operators and suppliers face possible new cross-border enforcement coordination, but the report names no authorities, measures or timetable.
PAGCOR separation of regulatory and casino roles may reach president in August
A formal split would separate PAGCOR's oversight of Philippine operators from its own casino interests, reshaping licensing and supervision.
Betano executive supports continued betting advertising in Brazil
Operators should note Betano's institutional relations director backed continued Brazilian sports betting advertising and federal regulation.
New Jersey online casinos report $271m in June revenue
The figures show online casinos generated more revenue and tax than Atlantic City's land-based properties in June.
Goa bars under-21s from casino gaming areas and adds 18% late-fee interest
Casino operators in Goa must enforce the new age restriction and account for interest on overdue licence fees.
BGC warns UK tax increases could raise illegal online gambling share to 22%
The forecast links tax policy to potential market-share losses for licensed UK operators.
AGCO bars alcohol retailers from accepting manufacturer inducements in Ontario
The restrictions shape how Ontario grocery and convenience retailers can negotiate with alcohol manufacturers.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO outlines enforcement for advertising and inducement breaches in Ontario
Alcohol licensees face possible financial penalties or loss of their licence for non-compliant advertising and inducements.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Massachusetts Gaming Commission releases June 2026 revenue figures
The figures provide operators and regulators with current data on Massachusetts casino and sports wagering activity.