Macau records MOP8.24bn in gaming tax revenue in January
Gaming taxes supplied about 85.6% of Macau’s current revenue, making the January figures relevant to its 2026 fiscal outlook.
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US lawmakers consider state rules and federal limits for prediction markets
The proposals could alter how prediction markets interact with state gambling laws and federal oversight.
Nevada gaming revenue reaches $15.8bn in 2025, NGCB data shows
The figures give Nevada operators and investors a view of statewide growth and differences between gaming areas.
Illinois lawmaker files bills to repeal per-bet tax and regulate prediction markets
The proposals could change mobile operators' per-bet charges and bring specified prediction-market contracts within Illinois sports-wagering rules.
Tribal leaders urge federal action on sports prediction markets
The proposed federal changes could affect how sports-related prediction contracts are treated under gambling law and tribal authority.
Namibia Gambling Board sets 30 April deadline for outstanding levies
Licence holders face a payment and reporting deadline, with possible enforcement action for non-compliance.
Illinois lawmakers propose repealing per-bet sports betting tax
Repeal could remove operators’ per-wager tax costs in a market where wager numbers have fallen.
Big Ten student-athletes urge NCAA to seek college prop-bet ban
A ban could change which college-sports wagers operators may offer in affected markets.
Florida House committee advances bill targeting sweepstakes casinos
If enacted, the bill could expose operators of covered online gambling platforms to felony penalties in Florida.
Illinois lawmaker proposes ending sportsbooks’ per-bet fee from July
If passed, HB5143 would end Illinois sportsbooks’ per-bet fee from its scheduled duration.
Dina Titus proposes barring sports and casino prediction contracts
The proposal could subject prediction-market operators offering sports-related contracts to state licensing and age-verification requirements.
Big Ten athletes urge NCAA president to restrict college prop bets
The request adds athlete representatives’ support to calls for restrictions on college prop markets offered by sportsbooks.
UK remote gaming duty rises to 40% as compliance costs increase
The proposed fee increases and higher duty could affect licensed operators’ costs and online casino margins in the UK.
Pennsylvania assessment links online gambling to more than half of hotline calls
The findings may inform operators’ and regulators’ responses to online gambling-related harm in Pennsylvania.
PAGCOR considers wider gambling advertising ban in the Philippines
Operators may need to adapt marketing and player identification as PAGCOR considers an advertising ban and tightens requirements.
IGA chair urges federal action on sweepstakes sites and prediction markets
Bean’s proposal could lead to federal changes affecting tribal gaming and sports prediction market operators.
New Jersey senators propose four gambling bills on accounts, incentives and payments
If enacted, the bills would change how New Jersey operators manage accounts, payments and direct marketing.
US defence funding law adds gambling disorder to Pentagon research programme
The change makes gambling disorder eligible for federal defence research funding concerning military personnel and their families.
New Jersey senators consider four bills on online gambling safeguards
The proposals could require operators to change direct marketing, account-limit disclosures and payment options in New Jersey.
PAGCOR studies a full TV and radio ban on online gambling ads
A full TV and radio advertising ban would extend restrictions beyond the current prime-time window.
North Carolina sportsbooks generate $14.4m in January tax payments
The figures give operators and regulators an update on the market’s activity and tax contribution.
Congressional committee urges Spain to extend minimum self-exclusion to one year
A longer minimum exclusion period could change the duration of restrictions for people registered to avoid gambling.
Spain’s joint committee approves PP motion on gambling-harm prevention funding
The proposed spending benchmark could affect public funding priorities for gambling promotion and harm-prevention measures.
Ireland requires advance newspaper notices for in-person gambling licence applications
Applicants must build a 28-day public-notice period into the process for in-person gambling licences.
Pennsylvania governor proposes legalising and taxing skill games in 2026–27 budget
A change in Pennsylvania law could establish tax and operating rules for skill-game machines and affect local venues.