Gabe Vasquez seeks Farm Bill ban on sports event contracts
The proposal could affect prediction-market operators offering sports contracts in states that prohibit sports betting.
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UK Treasury raises remote gaming duty to 40% as racing warnings emerge
Operators face higher remote gaming duty, while racing organisations report that bookmakers have ended some sponsorship agreements.
Illinois lawmakers propose prediction-market licensing and 50% tax
The proposal would require operators to obtain a state licence and pay a 50% tax on qualifying Illinois revenue.
South Korea report says teenagers bypass Sports Toto age restrictions
The reported access methods raise compliance and age-verification concerns for South Korea’s sole legal sports betting platform.
Merkley and Klobuchar introduce bill to restrict officials' prediction-market trading
If enacted, the proposal would impose trading restrictions and disclosure duties on covered officials and their families.
Swedish court upholds Spelinspektionen ad-removal orders against two media groups
Media groups must remove ads linking to unlicensed gambling sites after the court upheld the regulator’s orders.
Maine law permits tribal-exclusive online casino market
The framework gives the Wabanaki Nation exclusive rights in Maine's online casino market, shaping potential operator and investor access.
Michigan attorney general sues Kalshi over unlicensed event contracts
The case challenges whether Kalshi can offer event contracts in Michigan without a state gaming licence.
DCMS warned Treasury gambling tax proposals could miss revenue forecasts
The reported departmental concerns may inform parliamentary consideration of the proposed gambling tax increases.
Liquor & Gaming NSW prioritises scrutiny of influencer gambling partnerships
Operators may face scrutiny over influencer marketing and their responsibility for advertising by partners.
Brazilian Senate considers bill to ban online betting advertising and sponsorship
The proposed nationwide ban could disrupt betting companies’ advertising and sponsorship relationships with Brazilian clubs.
Italy’s Council of State upholds betting licence refusal in Reggio Calabria
The ruling allows police to assess betting licence applications independently of the prefect’s anti-mafia procedure.
German rules require continuous checks on online gambling accounts
Operators must integrate ongoing player checks and cross-operator deposit-limit controls into their systems.
DGOJ reports 23.53% rise in women betting online in Spain
The gender breakdown gives regulators and licensed operators evidence to consider when shaping policies and player protections.
Uruguayan senator proposes state online gambling platform and regulator
The proposal could reshape online gambling oversight and the legal status of unlicensed activity in Uruguay.
Dreams challenges exclusion from Coyhaique casino tender in court
The court challenge could affect the stalled process to select a Coyhaique casino operator.
Jdigital director cites €230m in Spanish unlicensed gambling activity in 2024
The reported unlicensed activity highlights consumer-protection and enforcement challenges for Spain’s licensed gambling sector.
Brazil casino bill could permit 61 venues and attract $70bn investment
The bill’s outcome could determine whether operators and investors can pursue casino resorts in Brazil.
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)
Maryland Lottery and Gaming FAQ outlines legal online wagering limits
The FAQ sets out the state’s stated limits on legal online gambling and the process for expansion.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
EU court adviser says Curaçao bankruptcy does not bar German bank attachment
The advice could affect creditors seeking to freeze gambling companies’ assets across EU member states despite third-country insolvency proceedings.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission reports $150.7m in FY2025 sports betting tax
The figures inform operators and policymakers about Massachusetts betting revenue and use of player-protection tools.
Federal Court finds two former Star executives breached Corporations Act
The ruling clarifies former executives’ personal accountability, while penalties remain to be determined.
Panama ministry regionalises fiscal lottery into four regions
Regional draws change how lottery prizes and tax-verification checks are distributed across Panama.
London judge restricts publication of findings in former Entain executives’ case
The ruling limits public access to parts of a judgment involving a regulator and executives facing a future criminal trial.