Louisiana lawmakers send racketeering bill targeting illegal gambling to governor
Operators and service providers face potential racketeering exposure if the bill becomes law and their activities fall within its provisions.
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Massachusetts high court hears Kalshi appeal over sports contracts
The court’s decision could determine whether Kalshi can offer sports-event contracts in Massachusetts without a state gaming licence.
Lotteritilsynet investigates Norsk Rikstoto over 23,716 unpaid bets
The investigation could lead to regulatory action and requires the operator to account for betting-pool and reporting failures.
Dutch lawmakers consider further restrictions on gambling advertising
Possible advertising restrictions could constrain licensed operators’ customer reach, while a total ban may benefit unlicensed operators.
Caesars Digital ends credit card deposits on mainland US gambling platforms
The payment change requires affected US customers and operators to use other permitted deposit methods.
DC Council hears arguments on proposed online casino bill
The bill could establish licensing, taxation and consumer-protection requirements for online casino operators in the District.
Macao gaming bureau reports April revenue of MOP19.89bn
April revenue exceeded the prior-year level but fell from March, informing assessments of Macao’s monthly gaming performance.
Ohio casinos report $94.9m revenue in March, up 0.5%
The figures give operators and investors a regulator-published measure of Ohio casino performance for March.
Palermo Appeal Court excludes some computers from TULPS gaming sanctions
The ruling distinguishes internet-connected computers from gaming devices subject to the cited TULPS sanctions.
Dutch government considers further gambling advertising restrictions
Any further restrictions could change how licensed Dutch operators advertise and communicate the distinction between regulated and unlicensed services.
Italy’s Court of Cassation upholds demand guarantee enforcement for gaming concession
The ruling supports immediate payment under similar concession guarantees, including sums claimed for penalties and sanctions.
Brazil bars Desenrola beneficiaries from authorised online betting for 12 months
Operators in Brazil’s regulated market face a 12-month access block for customers who join the debt-relief programme.
Abaas presents Alckmin with proposals to restrict illegal betting in Brazil
The proposals could affect payment access and advertising rules for betting operators in Brazil if adopted.
Brazil’s central bank creates eFX code for betting transactions from October
Payment providers and betting platforms must adapt transaction classification and reporting to meet the new requirements and deadlines.
Messina court rejects preventive supervision proposal in gaming-related case
The ruling shows that preventive measures in gaming-related cases require an individual assessment of current risk.
AMLA opens two consultations on EU anti-money laundering rules
Operators can submit views on proposed AML requirements before the stated consultation deadlines.
Brazil bars prediction-market derivatives tied to non-financial events
The measures remove routes for prediction-market platforms to operate and receive payments in Brazil.
AGCM challenges Italy’s bingo payout band of 70% to 71%
Bingo operators may have limited scope to differentiate prize levels under the current payout band.
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court questions Kalshi sports contracts
The ruling could determine whether Massachusetts can apply its sports betting laws to Kalshi’s sports contracts.
AGCOM consults on guidance for gambling-harm prevention campaigns
The guidance could shape how gambling operators and media organisations communicate responsible-gambling messages in Italy.
Dan Patrick asks Texas senators to study prediction-market rules
A state review could shape how prediction-market operators are treated under Texas gambling laws.
Italian MPs propose measures to reorganise land-based gambling
The proposals could affect the availability and operating conditions of land-based gambling venues if adopted.
Cyprus gaming authority submits 2024–2025 activity report to presidency
The report outlines the authority’s oversight and compliance work for Cyprus’s casino gaming sector.
Cyprus casino authority submits 2024–2025 activity report to government
The report outlines the authority’s oversight and compliance work across Cyprus’s casino sector.
Spain’s Supreme Court bars regional intervention in ONCE lottery terminals
The ruling limits regional authorities’ ability to inspect lottery terminals used by hospitality businesses.