Madrid government advances taxpayer bill covering regional gambling taxes
The proposed bill and review rules could affect the administration and future evaluation of gambling taxes in Madrid.
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Brazil’s SPA discusses consumer protection in betting market
The discussions concern how consumer-protection bodies can identify irregular betting practices and refer information to the regulator.
Nevada Gaming Control Board reports $1.7bn casino net income in FY2025
The figures show operators’ reported earnings and gaming revenue across Nevada markets for fiscal 2025.
Paraná audit court urges municipalities to halt lottery plans pending STF ruling
Municipal lottery plans in Paraná remain subject to the STF’s decision on local authority.
CFTC proposes tighter rules for prediction-market event contracts
The proposal could change the rules governing event contracts offered in US prediction markets.
KSA warns about boundary between World Cup prediction pools and gambling
The regulator’s warning may affect how operators and prediction platforms assess World Cup pools and betting activity.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission publishes Safer Bets campaign announcement
The announcement concerns a regulator campaign, but the supplied page text does not specify its measures or scope.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission launches safer gambling campaign ahead of World Cup
The campaign directs Massachusetts operators and customers towards regulated gambling and the Commission’s player-support resources.
MGC requires licensed sports betting operators to display approval seal
Operators must display the seal on digital platforms, giving Massachusetts consumers a regulator-defined marker of licensed sports betting sites.
MGC describes PlayWell responsible gaming programme
Casino and sports wagering patrons in Massachusetts can access PlayWell guidance, support and voluntary self-exclusion resources.
UK Gambling Commission warns operators over AI use in AML controls
Operators may need to check that automated AML tools and internal controls meet their risk-assessment requirements.
Norway’s Progress Party renews call for a gambling licensing model
A change could alter market access for gambling operators in Norway.
CFTC proposes US prediction-market rules with 45-day consultation
The proposal could shape which sports-related contracts prediction-market platforms may offer in the United States.
Rio Grande do Sul defends sports betting advertising law before Brazil’s Supreme Court
Operators advertising in Rio Grande do Sul face restrictions while the Supreme Court considers the law’s validity.
Anjouan Gaming Authority clarifies its licences do not authorise global operations
Operators must assess local authorisation requirements separately from holding an Anjouan gaming licence.
Macau DICJ rejects card-shoe manipulation claims and warns of refund scam
The warning directs casino customers to official channels for disputes and cautions them against suspected refund fraud.
Macau collects MOP7.65bn in gaming taxes in May
The figures show gaming taxes made up about 85% of Macau’s public revenue during the first five months of 2026.
Italian lawmaker says majority divisions have stalled land-based gambling reform
The proposed reform's delay leaves operators and regulators without the updated land-based gambling framework described by Vaccari.
Grand Traverse Band challenges NIGC over proposed Crystal Shores Casino closure
The case could affect the legal basis for the tribe’s casino to operate on the Benzie County property.
Rome appeals court acquits CTD operator in case involving unlicensed bookmaker
The ruling says criminal liability requires evidence of intermediation, such as local payouts or sham betting accounts.
AGCOM official says updated gambling advertising guidance is in development
Operators may need to account for revised AGCOM guidance on gambling advertising once it is issued.
AGSI calls for consultation on Italy’s land-based gambling reform
The reform’s timing and concession design could affect land-based operators of different sizes in Italy.
KwaZulu-Natal tables gambling tax bill projecting up to R100m annually
Licensed operators in KwaZulu-Natal could face a new tax and levy framework if the bill is enacted.
ADM extends first-half 2026 audit deadline to 31 July after As.Tro request
Operators have until 31 July 2026 to complete the specified audits.
Spillemyndigheden reports Denmark’s April online casino revenue up 18.4%
The figures show differing performance across regulated gambling segments and quantify self-exclusion registrations.