Brazilian government prepares age-verification decree for online gambling
The proposed requirements could oblige gambling platforms operating in Brazil to add age checks and protect verification data.
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Egyptian lawmaker says authorities will block online betting apps
Operators serving Egypt face planned app blocking and proposed penalties, but authorities have given no timetable.
Arizona governor proposes tiered sports wagering fees for largest operators
A tiered fee proposal could change costs for the state’s largest sports wagering operators.
Massachusetts judge allows Kalshi sports-contract injunction to proceed
Kalshi must restrict Massachusetts users’ access to sports contracts and introduce location-based controls within 30 days.
Polymarket sues Massachusetts over threatened state enforcement
The lawsuit may clarify whether Massachusetts can enforce state gambling laws against Polymarket’s event contracts.
Indiana House advances bill to relocate Rising Star casino licence
Senate approval would open a competition for the licence and set investment and relocation costs for bidders.
Hobbs proposes 45% sports betting tax for large Arizona operators
The proposal could materially increase tax costs for sportsbooks above the monthly handle threshold if lawmakers approve it.
Spain reports 24.4% of 14–18-year-olds gambled in 2025
The findings provide regulators with recent data on adolescent gambling and the prevalence of lottery products.
New Hampshire reports $403.2m in gaming revenue for 2025
The reported figure gives operators and investors a measure of New Hampshire’s gaming market in 2025.
Lula says Brazil will tighten measures on online betting
Further restrictions could change online betting operators’ tax and customer eligibility requirements in Brazil.
Polymarket challenges Massachusetts limits on sports contracts
The lawsuit may clarify whether Massachusetts can apply state gambling rules to Polymarket’s sports prediction markets.
Spain health ministry publishes gambling surveys covering adults and students
The survey findings and their interpretation may inform policy debates affecting public and private gambling operators.
Murcia tax agency approves 2026 gambling-machine tax census
Machine operators can review the census and must observe the stated quarterly voluntary payment windows.
PSPV plans renewed bid to reverse Valencia gambling-law change
Gambling-hall operators may face renewed uncertainty over licence renewals near educational centres if PSPV’s initiative succeeds.
Maryland sports wagering generates $10.9m for state in January
Maryland’s January contributions exceeded the prior full fiscal year’s total, tracking sportsbook support for education and general funds.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Massachusetts Gaming Commission schedules wagering and compliance discussions
The agenda includes potential compliance and market-rule matters affecting named sportsbook operators.
North Carolina helpline calls rise 79% after sports betting launch
The reported rise in helpline calls is relevant to regulators and operators assessing demand for gambling-harm support in North Carolina.
Massachusetts court keeps Kalshi sports-contract injunction in place
The ruling requires Kalshi to stop sports event contract sales in Massachusetts unless its appeal changes the injunction.
Scotts Valley Band files final brief in Vallejo casino litigation
The filing seeks to advance the tribe’s casino plans while federal review of the land decision continues.
Calabria regional court upholds rejection of betting licence application
The ruling confirms that betting operators must submit essential documentation when seeking a change of licence holder.
Scotts Valley Band seeks dismissal of three lawsuits over Vallejo casino
The lawsuits and federal review could affect the tribe’s proposed casino and related development in Vallejo.
Illinois casinos generate $165m in January revenue, up 14.6%
The state revenue figures give casino operators and investors a current measure of Illinois market performance.
University of Sheffield study links World Cup adverts to 22-33% more bets
The findings may inform UK decisions on television gambling advertising during live football.
Hawaii working group reviews gambling options as sports betting bills propose 15% tax
The group’s report and pending bills could shape whether gambling operators can enter Hawaii’s market.
Kansspelautoriteit addresses One Casino and bet365 over under-21 betting
Operators must maintain controls to prevent prohibited under-21 sports markets from being offered.