Macau gaming revenue falls 12.1% to MOP18.5bn in June
Operators and investors can compare June’s decline with first-half growth as World Cup spending affected casinos.
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Michigan gaming board withdraws from council over Kalshi relationship
Operators should monitor Michigan’s enforcement stance as the board disputes the council’s relationship with Kalshi.
Brazil investigates World Cup betting adverts on broadcasts
The investigation concerns broadcasters’ betting advertising, while the survey indicates increased betting activity during the tournament.
California court voids state cardroom rules restricting table games
Cardrooms can assess game operations after the court found the bureau exceeded its authority.
Indiana enforces sweepstakes casino ban with penalties of up to $100,000
Operators must stop redeemable sweepstakes play in Indiana or risk civil penalties under the new law.
GGL reports 2025 supervisory and enforcement measures showed effect
The report signals a shift from licensing towards structured supervision and enforcement, with the 2021 state treaty evaluation and a new licensing cycle from 2027 ahead.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Coljuegos board amends Baloto online lotto rules under Agreement No. 3
Agreement No. 3 modifies and replaces Title 2 of the Baloto online lotto rules, amending Agreement 08 of 2020.
Source: Coljuegos (Colombia)
AGCOM plans gambling communication guidance by August
Operators would receive interpretive guidance on applying existing advertising rules, including to digital and social media.
Family associations present gambling reform proposals to Italian parliament speaker
The proposals could affect gambling supply, advertising and local operating restrictions if adopted into policy.
Melanie Ellis calls for safeguards as prediction markets test regulatory boundaries
Clearer rules could help operators understand which consumer safeguards apply to prediction markets.
Šimon Vincze urges user education and safeguards for prediction markets
Operators and regulators face calls to make prediction-market risks clearer to users.
AGCOM prepares gambling advertising guidelines for approval
Operators should prepare for AGCOM guidance on gambling commercial communications as the text approaches council review.
HBG Online Gaming calls for clear rules on Italian gambling communications
The proposed coordination could affect how licensed operators and platforms address illegal gambling promotions.
Puglia regional court rejects urgent stay in betting licence dispute
The licence refusal remains in effect pending the court’s further review of the interim-relief request.
Ohio lawmakers propose ending online sports betting under HB 971
If enacted, the bill would substantially restrict the forms of sports betting available to Ohio operators and customers.
Uganda gaming regulator outlines regional cooperation and offshore enforcement
Operators using mobile money face closer transaction monitoring as Uganda pursues enforcement against unlicensed offshore businesses.
Prediction Markets coalition alleges coordination between Maryland and casino lobby
Prediction-market operators face ongoing disputes over event contracts, including state opposition and a temporary Michigan bar.
Ohio lawmakers introduce bill to ban online sports betting
Operators in Ohio could face a proposed ban on online wagering and several betting products.
French National Assembly approves proposed online betting loss cap for under-25s
Operators would need to adapt compliance systems once the government sets the cap and the measure completes its legislative process.
Gambling Commission's Miller flags disconnect with sector over financial risk assessments
Operators face continued uncertainty over when financial risk assessment checks will be fully implemented, with the Commission's decision already delayed.
Piedmont vice-president signals possible review of regional gambling law
Any changes could alter municipalities’ role and the rules governing gambling across Piedmont.
Klavi data show Brazilian betting participation reached 34.8% during World Cup
The figures and advertising investigation provide operators with evidence of betting activity and regulatory scrutiny during the tournament.
Piedmont vice-president signals possible review of gambling distance law
A revision could change how municipalities set local rules for gambling venues and machines in Piedmont.
New Jersey committees advance 9% prediction market surtax bills
Prediction market platforms may face an additional state tax if the bills pass.
Rhode Island sports and iGaming wagering reaches $187.4m in May
The figures show operators a shift towards iGaming as sports handle declined in Rhode Island during May.