NCLGS panelists warn US states about sweepstakes casino enforcement
State enforcement approaches could affect sweepstakes operators’ ability to offer products across US markets.
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Brazil betting operators warn proposed Cide-Bet could drive users to illegal market
The proposed deposit levy could change the amount available to customers and the tax treatment of regulated betting in Brazil.
Brazil Chamber leaders to set vote date for proposed 15% Cide-Bets levy
The Chamber’s vote will determine whether the proposed contribution on online betting transactions advances for further consideration.
ANJL and IBJR publish Brazil betting-market regulation review
The figures provide operators and regulators with a snapshot of the market’s reported authorisations and projected public payments.
TIC.BR survey estimates 32.5 million Brazilian online bettors
The survey’s participation estimates provide operators and regulators with reported measures of online betting activity in Brazil.
Spain’s gambling regulator notifies EU of online player-protection rules
The rules could affect online gambling operators’ player-protection requirements in Spain.
Tunisia revises gambling bill to address betting oversight and sports integrity
Operators and regulators await proposed rules on licensing, taxation and online betting in Tunisia.
Nigeria Senate passes Central Gaming Bill 2025 amid state opposition
The bill could reshape licensing and oversight responsibilities for gambling businesses across Nigeria.
Western Cape challenges South Africa gambling bill’s proposed central monitoring system
The bill’s monitoring system and inspectorate powers are contested over provincial authority, costs and revenue, with mediation under way.
Cantabria consults on debit card use at gambling venues
Venue operators and affected organisations have a limited period to comment before Cantabria drafts the order.
Spanish lawmakers propose differing loot box rules in minors bill
The competing amendments could shape age checks, parental controls and purchase disclosures for games with loot boxes.
DGOJ submits risk-detection proposal to EU TRIS system
If adopted, the proposal would require operators to classify risk and apply specified player-protection measures.
Erik Seidel plans to reduce poker buy-ins over US tax change
The deduction limit could alter professional players’ tournament schedules and participation in US events.
GGL and state coordinators discuss gambling addiction prevention
Coordinators presented findings on gambling advertising from client statistics, and the State Treaty evaluation was discussed.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Thlopthlocco factions take leadership dispute to Oklahoma Supreme Court
The court’s ruling could affect the dispute over tribal governance and the casino’s closure.
Atlantic City casino workers’ smoking lawsuit reaches New Jersey appeals court
The appeal could affect the legal basis for allowing smoking areas in Atlantic City casinos.
Chicago budget retains proposed 10.25% sports betting tax
The proposal could add a city levy to operators’ existing state and county sports betting taxes.
UK Gambling Commission clarifies cross-vertical promotion rules for January
Operators must ensure promotions comply with the clarified product-category conditions before the rules take effect.
Brazilian ministries agree five-year cooperation on betting harm
The agreement sets a five-year framework for government information-sharing, prevention and treatment related to betting harms.
Valve bars skin-betting sponsorships from Counter-Strike 2 tournaments
Tournament organisers and teams must remove covered sponsors and branding from Counter-Strike 2 events.
Illinois Lottery reports October sales of $308.6 million
The reported monthly total gives lottery suppliers and the state a measure of Illinois Lottery sales performance.
Brazilian Senate approves 15% tax on player deposits
The proposed deposit tax could affect the costs faced by gambling operators in Brazil.
Delaware sports and iGaming wagers reach $356.2m in November
November wagering activity rose year on year, providing operators and investors a measure of Delaware’s sports and iGaming market.
Maryland sportsbooks report $97.3m revenue in November
The reported record revenue provides operators and investors with a measure of Maryland sportsbook performance.
Brazil betting lawyer alleges policy changes threaten licensed operators
The proposed deposit levy and cited customer restrictions could affect licensed operators’ costs and access to customers.