Valve faces Washington lawsuit over alleged Counter-Strike loot box gambling
The case could affect how gaming companies structure and present paid randomised-item systems in the US.
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US gambling industry reports $78.717bn revenue in 2025
The figures show operators and investors how US gambling revenue and tax contributions changed across major segments in 2025.
Spain's DGOJ presents 2026-2030 safe gambling programme
The programme sets three priorities, six general objectives and 24 measures covering diagnosis, prevention and player protection.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
Iowa casinos report $156.0m in February 2026 receipts
The figures show casino revenue growth offsetting weaker sports wagering revenue, with state gaming taxes rising.
GGL board member says state treaty evaluation must test goal achievement
Benter said the treaty evaluation must focus on whether it met its goals, with evidence needed to justify departing from legislators' 2020 decisions.
Source: GGL (Germany)
GGL study puts illegal online gambling at 22.97% of German market
Unlicensed online gambling accounts for 22.97% of the market, giving a 77.03% channelisation rate that will feed into the treaty evaluation.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Gespa sets out Swiss sports betting rules and limits
Operators and suppliers in Switzerland must work within Gespa's binding limits on betting-offer scope and the constitutional rule that net sports-betting revenue goes to charitable purposes.
Source: Gespa (Switzerland)
DGOJ publishes analysis of women online gamblers in Spain
The study gives regulator-sourced data on women's demographics, spending habits and behaviour against the general population.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
ANJ warns prediction-market platforms are illegal in France
Prediction-market platforms are not authorised in France and are treated as illegal gambling sites, with leading operators geoblocking at the ANJ's request.
Source: ANJ (France)
Iowa casinos report $163.8m in January 2026 receipts
The figures show Iowa casino and sports wagering revenue both rising, with state gaming taxes up slightly.
ANJ opens three-year JONUM regulation pilot in France
Providers must file a prior declaration with the ANJ, which issues receipts and publishes a list of declared offers.
Source: ANJ (France)
ANJ-backed survey finds 42.6% of French minors gambled in 2025
Rising minor participation, parental-facilitated access and advertising exposure give French regulators grounds to tighten retail controls and advertising rules.
Source: ANJ (France)
Ghana Gaming Commission holds RTI Act training for management
The session stressed RTI compliance as a legal obligation and a step towards transparency for the regulator.
Source: Gaming Commission of Ghana
Tinubu declines assent to Central Gaming Bill
The refused assent upholds the Constitution's reservation of lotteries and gaming to the states, as affirmed by the Supreme Court.
GGL urges licensed operators to do more against illegal gambling
The GGL wants licensed operators to use their market knowledge and supplier contacts to curb illegal offers.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Gespa sets out Swiss lottery licensing and public-benefit rules
Small-scale lotteries are licensed by cantonal authorities, with Gespa approval required for cross-canton operation.
Source: Gespa (Switzerland)
Swiss cantons authorise small poker tournaments under federal limits
Operators planning small poker tournaments need cantonal authorisation and must meet federal limits on stakes, daily events and venue.
Source: Gespa (Switzerland)
Swiss federal law caps stakes and frequency of small poker tournaments
Operators and venues outside casinos need cantonal authorisation and a cantonal legal basis before running small poker tournaments, with federal caps on stakes and frequency.
Source: Gespa (Switzerland)
Cantons license small poker tournaments under federal limits, Gespa says
Operators planning small poker tournaments need cantonal legislation and licensing in place, with federal caps on entry fees and event frequency limiting their scope.
Source: Gespa (Switzerland)
DGOJ sets out 2026 priorities at ICE Barcelona 2026
Planned measures include a joint deposit limits system and a common risk-behaviour detection mechanism.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
DGOJ opens sustainable gambling zone at ICE Barcelona 2026
The DGOJ called for international regulatory cooperation on safe gambling and platforms' role in illegal gambling.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
GGL sets out enforcement tools against unlicensed gambling
The GGL's published powers include prohibition proceedings, coercive fines, criminal referrals, IP and payment blocking.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Gespa sets out Swiss operator and game licence requirements
A game licence additionally requires an operator licence, and skill-based games are usually more complex to assess.
Source: Gespa (Switzerland)
AGCO intensifies monitoring of private room karaoke bars over liquor violations
Karaoke bars' violation rate is nearly double other licensed establishments, prompting increased monitoring and stronger enforcement.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
ANJ and Brut release video on voluntary gambling ban
88,000 people are registered on the voluntary exclusion file, up 25% over the past two years.
Source: ANJ (France)