SAPAR calls for land-based operators to join Italian gambling reform
The reform and future tender could affect the participation and continuity of Italy’s land-based gambling businesses.
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UKGC annual survey shows problem gambling down but older men betting more
Operators and regulators face a shifting risk profile as older male participation rises while older women seek less help.
São Paulo mayor plans to approve betting advertising restrictions
Mayor Ricardo Nunes signalled intent to approve a bill limiting bookmakers' advertising in São Paulo.
Globo may bar betting sponsors from reality shows, report says
A sponsorship ban at Brazil's largest broadcaster would remove a high-reach advertising channel for licensed betting operators.
DraftKings asks federal court to block Philadelphia consumer ordinance
The case could affect whether Philadelphia can enforce the ordinance against DraftKings.
DraftKings challenges Philadelphia probe with lawsuit
The case tests how far a US city can investigate a licensed sportsbook and online casino operator's consumer protection practices.
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.
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.
SAPAR meets European representatives over Italian retail gambling reform
Operators should note SAPAR called for broader participation and agreement in Italian retail gambling reform.
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.
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.
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.
European Commission approves ANJ technical data requirements for French online gambling
Operators authorised in France may need to adapt data reporting and payment-account verification to the revised technical requirements.
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.
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.
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%.
Bavarian court overturns gambling ban on low-stakes online prize games
The ruling may affect how German authorities classify and regulate low-stakes online prize games while an appeal remains possible.
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.
Brazil requires gambling harm warnings in betting advertisements
Operators must add dependence and disorder warnings to all betting advertising material under the new guidelines.
Ferrara Questura approves prohibited-games table for gambling venues
Venues covered by the table must display it visibly, and failure to do so is subject to criminal penalties.
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.
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.
Capitanio interprets EU Google ruling as limiting platform neutrality
The commissioner links the ruling to Italy's approach and limits on large platforms' neutrality.
Kasinohai study finds understated casino wagering requirements
The study flags advertised wagering conditions that understated total stakes needed at Finnish-facing casinos.
CFTC directs Kalshi to maintain Michigan sports contracts
The CFTC's direction conflicts with a state court order, leaving Kalshi competing obligations in Michigan.