Italy’s Supreme Court sets evidence condition for ordinary betting-tax calculation
The ruling clarifies when operators can have betting tax calculated on documented net activity rather than a presumed base.
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ADM plans talks on Italy’s €100 cash top-up limit for online gambling
The discussions may shape cash top-up rules and compliance preparations for online gambling operators and retail top-up points.
ADM plans AI analysis of aggregated betting data with human oversight
The proposed approach would apply AI to betting-pattern monitoring while retaining human involvement and avoiding a focus on individual players.
DGOJ says Spain’s player-risk reporting misses a share of at-risk users
The figures point to a gap between operator reporting and the DGOJ’s estimate of at-risk players.
ADM says Italian rules require operators to use AI for risk detection
The stated requirement and planned guidance concern the technology and safeguards gambling concessionaires must apply in Italy.
AGIC calls for Italian retail gambling reform and new concession procedures
The proposal concerns future concession procedures and investment conditions for Italy’s land-based gambling operators.
Hong Kong halts plans to legalise basketball betting over prediction markets
The decision delays a proposed new betting product and leaves its regulatory timetable uncertain.
Hong Kong pauses basketball betting launch for prediction markets review
The government’s review pauses basketball betting preparations and leaves the Jockey Club awaiting licence guidance.
Kalshi sues Montana over prediction-market enforcement
The lawsuit may determine whether Montana can apply state gambling rules to Kalshi’s event contracts.
Iowa commission reports casinos’ March revenue of $151.5m
The state figures provide operators with a benchmark for casino performance and revenue trends.
IGA delegates say prediction markets pose a tougher policy challenge
The differing legal tactics described could shape how gaming businesses respond to prediction-market operators.
CPS warns Ghana scrapping betting tax contributes to GH¢13bn annual revenue loss
The opposing assessments frame the fiscal debate over removing the betting tax and its effect on public revenue.
KSA says underage gambling is rare on licensed Dutch sites
Operators should address shared-bank-account risks as the regulator plans technical sessions and guidance recommendations.
ACMI calls for physical gambling reform to account for business sustainability
The reform’s sustainability conditions could affect investment requirements for Italy’s land-based gambling businesses.
Kentucky governor vetoes gaming bill over emergency rule-making powers
The veto preserves existing Kentucky rules on betting ages, college props, prediction markets and horse-racing wagers.
James Noyes urges UK government to pause gambling affordability checks
A pause could affect operators’ financial-check processes and the timing of UK affordability requirements.
SRI clarifies 15% VAT applies to online betting in Ecuador
Operators, payment intermediaries and users each have distinct VAT collection or reporting duties for qualifying digital services.
ADM outlines proposed national framework for Italy’s physical gambling reform
The proposed framework could change operating restrictions and player-protection obligations for Italy’s land-based gambling sector.
ADM sets out illegal-gambling and player-protection priorities at IGE 2026
ADM’s stated priorities signal continued focus on enforcement, monitoring technology and player protection in Italy’s gambling market.
AGIC vice-president says Italy’s land-based gaming reform could spur investment
A nine-year concession framework could give operators greater scope to plan investment in certified land-based outlets.
Kentucky governor vetoes sports betting bill HB 904
The veto leaves the bill’s proposed changes to sports betting, prediction markets and wagering rules unimplemented.
Kalshi sues Montana officials over event-contract enforcement
The lawsuit puts Montana’s authority to apply gambling laws to Kalshi’s event contracts in dispute.
Hong Kong bureau suspends plans to regulate basketball betting
The suspension puts the planned regulated basketball betting market and its September 2026 launch on hold.
PlayCity tests first stage of Ukraine gambling monitoring system
Operators will need to integrate with a state system that supplies transaction data for market monitoring and tax calculations.
Ghana NLA sets 31 May deadline for lotto agent registration
Private lotto operators and their agents must complete registration by the stated deadline to continue selling lottery products.