AUSTRAC orders bet365 to strengthen anti-money laundering controls in Australia
The undertaking requires bet365 to change risk controls and suspicious-transaction reporting in Australia.
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Italian MP Stefano Vaccari calls for Rai gambling-advertising reference to return
The dispute concerns whether Rai’s public-service contract should restate its commitment against gambling advertising.
Stefano Vaccari criticises removal of Rai gambling-advertising clause
The proposed challenge could affect the public broadcaster’s contractual commitments on gambling advertising.
ECA estimates EU illegal gambling generated €91.6bn in 2025
The estimates frame the scale of cross-border illegal gambling and the associated tax shortfall for EU policymakers.
Italian horse-racing betting concessionaires face 6 July settlement deadline
The deadline sets a payment obligation for concessionaires collecting agency horse-racing bets.
AUSTRAC orders bet365 to strengthen AML controls in Australia
The enforceable undertaking requires bet365 to strengthen AML controls, with civil penalties possible for breaches.
ADM publishes updated technical protocol for fixed-odds betting
Operators and concessionaires may need to align their systems with the protocol’s technical specifications and procedures.
Catania appeal court acquits betting-shop owner in illegal intermediation case
The ruling clarifies what evidence prosecutors must establish in cases involving betting outlets linked to unlicensed bookmakers.
Catania appeal court acquits CTD-PVR operator in betting intermediation case
The decision sets out the evidential distinction relevant to prosecutions of betting outlet operators.
Romania’s ONJN opens consultation on two online gambling rules
Operators may need to assess the proposed standards for online terms, promotions and demonstration features before the consultation closes.
Dutch Supreme Court rejects automatic invalidity of unlicensed gambling contracts
Operators facing player claims can no longer rely on automatic contract invalidity as the basis for blanket refunds.
Denmark gambling revenue reaches DKK830.2m in May
The reported revenue growth gives operators and investors an indicator of Denmark’s gambling market performance.
CNMC says gambling led Spain's online transactions in Q4 2025
The CNMC figures show gambling’s share of Spanish e-commerce transactions and provide market context for operators and investors.
Navarra reports €308.19m in gambling stakes for 2025
Operators can compare Navarra's market growth by gambling segment with the reduction in authorised machines.
Brazil investigates Esportes da Sorte over World Cup betting advert
The proceeding may determine whether the advert breached promotion rules and could lead to administrative sanctions.
Indonesia ministry and Meta form team to address online gambling content
The team could give authorities a route to coordinate with social media platforms on gambling promotions.
Queensland sets maximum penalties for illegal funny-money nights
Venues and participants in Queensland face different stated maximum penalties for hosting, conducting or playing unlawful games.
Source: OLGR Queensland
HGC briefs Greek gambling providers on EU anti-money laundering framework
Providers can use the HGC’s planned guidance and consultation to prepare for the framework’s phased implementation.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
PokerStars leads Italy’s online cash poker market with 36.39% share
Market-share and spending changes show operators how rivals performed in Italy’s online cash poker market.
Korea Sports Promotion Foundation offers rewards for illegal betting reports
The scheme gives operators and regulators a defined mechanism for reporting illegal sports betting sites during the campaign.
Brazilian decree gives banks 24 hours to block notified betting accounts
Banks and payment firms must meet a 24-hour deadline for blocks triggered by SPA notifications.
US gambling industry spends $520m on endorsements and $60m on responsible gambling
The spending comparison and disclosure findings provide investors and regulators with data on operators’ responsible-gambling communications.
Kazakhstan banks reject 400,000 gambling-related transactions
Payment restrictions affect gambling operators’ access to banking and mobile transaction channels in Kazakhstan.
Italy’s Council of State allows CTDs to change betting concessionaire without consent
CTDs can transfer their connection to another concessionaire without former operators’ consent, while contractual disputes belong in civil courts.
Brazilian government-backed amendment removes betting-advertising limits
The amendment shapes where betting operators can advertise under Brazil’s current legislation.