Ukraine survey finds 75% view gambling as a significant challenge
The contrast between public concern and reported participation may inform stronger prevention measures and strict industry regulation.
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Brazil SPA official calls betting regulation a success
The SPA's public endorsement of its regulatory model signals continued enforcement focus for operators active in Brazil's licensed betting market.
Banca Akros analysts say Italian gaming reform could enable concessionaire consolidation
Potential extensions and new tenders affect concessionaires’ planning and prospects for consolidation.
Malta opposes EU-level taxes and warns it could veto proposals
Malta’s opposition could complicate efforts to advance an EU-level gambling levy through formal budget negotiations.
Chile Senate committee discusses online betting regulation after VAT dispute
A proposed legal framework could set operating requirements and consumer protections for online betting in Chile.
Queensland outlines SaaS and cloud frameworks for gaming operators
Operators and suppliers considering cloud services for regulated functions must account for Queensland’s stated frameworks and requirements.
Source: OLGR Queensland
HGC outlines professional certification priorities for its staff and systems
The stated standards and staff qualifications relate to the commission’s oversight of online and technology-based gaming.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
EEEP outlines certification requirements for gambling equipment and venues in Greece
Certification and registration determine which gambling games, equipment and venues can operate in Greece.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
EEEP requires suitability licences for casino junket operators in Greece
Greek casino operators must secure suitability approval for qualifying junket partners before working with them.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
EEEP sets two online gambling licence types for Greece
Operators need the appropriate licence category to offer online betting or other online gambling in Greece.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
EEEP requires certification for Greece’s online gambling technology suppliers
The requirements determine which technology suppliers and games licensed online operators can use in Greece.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
EEEP outlines suitability licence requirements for online gambling affiliates
Affiliate marketing in Greece requires registration and a suitability licence, shaping operators’ arrangements with promotional partners.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
Prodecon investigates Blaze over alleged consumer rights breaches in Brazil
The investigation could expose Blaze to BRL120m in penalties and damages and requires it to provide compliance records.
Louisiana casinos report $246.2m revenue in May, up 8%
May results show casino growth alongside lower sports betting revenue, while handle increased across Louisiana.
ADM sets limits on concessionaires’ virtual gaming accounts
Remote-gaming concessionaires face specific account caps, transaction limits and restrictions on eligible games.
CDU Economic Council calls for German gaming treaty reform
Proposed changes could reshape licensing conditions and compliance obligations for gambling businesses in Germany.
BGC warns UK consumers may move to illegal gambling operators
The forecast highlights potential growth in illegal betting stakes, where consumers lose protections available in the regulated market.
Italy’s UIF reports 10,817 gambling-sector suspicious transaction reports in 2025
The figures inform gambling businesses and authorities about reported suspicious activity and cash flows connected with gaming venues.
ADM schedules concessionaire meeting on betting exchange rules for 3 July
The draft discussion gives concessionaires an opportunity to review proposed rules for betting exchange before the process advances.
ADM schedules betting exchange draft meeting with Italian concessionaires
The meeting gives concessionaires an opportunity to discuss the preliminary framework for remote betting exchange.
UK Gambling Commission publishes research on gambling’s effects on others
The findings may inform operators’ and regulators’ understanding of harms affecting people beyond the person who gambles.
Tennisi chief opposes fines for Russian online casino users
The proposals could change enforcement exposure for online casino users and operators in Russia.
Gespa decides to publish report on Swiss betting age checks
The publication dispute concerns whether operators’ safeguards prevent minors from placing sports bets.
Maryland elections chief warns residents against election prediction-market bets
The warning signals potential enforcement risk for prediction-market platforms and traders in Maryland.
Lazio Regional Administrative Court rejects appeal over VLT authorisations
The ruling leaves the concessionaire’s authorisations in place while play continues at the two halls.