Acre governor vetoes lottery restrictions on fixed-odds betting and online games
The legislature’s decision will determine whether Acre’s state lottery may offer fixed-odds betting and electronic games.
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Argentina’s lower house approves online gambling regulation bill
Operators would face proposed advertising, identity-check, payment and local-registration requirements if the bill becomes law.
Brazil health ministry issues guide for gambling-related problems
The guide and related services set out health-system responses, including a route to care and website-blocking requests.
Canadian Gaming Association’s responsible gambling advertising code takes effect
Operators in Ontario and Alberta are not all required to follow the voluntary code.
Finland promulgates gambling law with exclusive and open licensing model
Operators and software developers will need licences under the new framework, which also sets player-protection requirements.
UK government raises online gambling taxes from April 2026
Operators will face higher duties on online gaming and remote betting, while bingo duty is set to end.
Macau DICJ records 952 casino self-exclusion applications in 2025
The figures show rising use of Macau’s casino exclusion process, which operators must accommodate under local rules.
Massachusetts lawmakers consider 51% online sports betting tax in SB 302
If passed, the bill would raise operators’ tax burden and restrict products, advertising, VIP programmes and affordability practices.
Mississippi House prepares another online sports betting bill
A new bill could change online sportsbook access and revenue rules in Mississippi if it advances through the legislature.
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)
Massachusetts Gaming Commission lists report on December sports betting revenue
The reported record could inform market analysis, but the listing does not state the revenue figure.
California DOJ seizes 26 Santa Anita betting machines
The seizure and lawsuit leave the legality of Santa Anita’s bets on completed races contested.
Brazil’s SPA reports BRL37bn in licensed betting GGR for 2025
The figures give operators and regulators a measure of licensed-market activity and the fees paid during its first year.
Botswana Gambling Authority projects GGR above P1bn by March 2026
The projection gives operators and regulators an indication of Botswana’s reported market growth and participation.
US lawmakers seek to restore full gambling loss deductions
The proposals could alter how US gambling winnings and losses are treated for tax purposes.
South Africa Treasury extends comment deadline for proposed online gambling tax
Operators and other stakeholders have more time to submit views on a proposed national levy alongside provincial taxes.
Missouri Gaming Commission rejects NCAA request to ban college prop bets
Missouri retains its distinction between prop bets on local college teams and bets on other collegiate games, with reconsideration possible.
Illinois betting tax coincides with 15% fall in wagers
The reported decline and operator fees may affect betting volumes and the economics of Illinois sportsbooks.
UK government backs online gambling tax increases from 2026
Operators face higher duty on remote casino and sports betting, while bingo duty will be abolished.
New York lawmaker proposes insider-betting restrictions for officials
The bill could restrict public officials' use of sportsbooks and prediction markets in New York.
UIF rates Italy’s money-laundering risk very significant, flags gambling vulnerabilities
The assessment identifies gambling operators as exposed to money-laundering vulnerabilities, informing compliance priorities in Italy.
ANJL and SPA-MF announce virtual lab to combat illegal betting in Brazil
The proposed system could affect how illegal betting sites are identified and blocked in Brazil.
LONATO applies 5% levy to lottery prizes of CFA 500,000 or more
Lottery operators must account for the 5% deduction on qualifying prizes and remit proceeds to the revenue office.
Enugu enacts gaming law covering online platforms from January 2026
Operators in Enugu face new licensing and ongoing compliance requirements, while inspectors gain powers to investigate and act against non-compliance.
Coljuegos and Spain’s National Police sign four-year illegal-gambling cooperation pact
The pact creates a framework for cross-border cooperation on illegal online gambling and betting-related crime.