Maryland reports $19 million in sports wagering contributions for November
The figures show operators’ state contribution obligations and the November split between retail and mobile wagering.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
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Maryland limits commercial electronic instant bingo to 13 existing sites
Operators cannot apply to open additional commercial electronic instant bingo facilities under the stated limits.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
GGL says data quality precedes speed in German market monitoring
The GGL says its data systems are still being validated, so the data cannot yet be used for evaluation.
Source: GGL (Germany)
KSA allows prospective Dutch licence buyers to apply before acquisitions
Prospective acquirers can seek an early reliability assessment before deciding whether to proceed with a Dutch licence-holder purchase.
KSA reports improved data quality after checks of Dutch online operators
Operators with continuing data shortcomings may face further scrutiny and must correct past records.
Nevada Gaming Control Board seeks immediate reports on Black Book patrons
Casinos may need to update procedures for reporting identified excluded patrons if the proposed amendments are approved.
Light & Wonder challenges Nevada discovery order in Aristocrat case
The court dispute may determine whether materials from Light & Wonder’s internal investigation are provided in Aristocrat’s claims.
Court of Appeal dismisses Betfair customer’s gambling-loss claim
The ruling upholds the finding that Betfair had no duty to intervene on the evidence available in this customer’s case.
Iowa casinos report November revenue down 6.8% to $130.8 million
The year-on-year decline gives Iowa casino operators a measure of statewide market performance for November.
OKTO chief executive warns Brazil tax rises could weaken regulated betting
The tax proposal could affect licensed operators’ competitiveness relative to illegal betting sites in Brazil.
Cetic.br finds 19% of Brazilian internet users bet online in 2025
The figures provide operators and regulators with survey data on online betting participation and gender differences in Brazil.
Betr prepares prediction market platform as NFA application remains pending
Betr’s proposed prediction-market launch depends on a pending application, and the company has not publicly confirmed its plans.
GambleAware report cites 30% of UK children spending money on gambling
The findings and evidence limitations are relevant to regulators assessing youth gambling and the reach of safeguards.
Illinois casinos report 1.3% statewide revenue growth in November
November’s state revenue increase reflected rising slot revenue and gains at Wind Creek Southland and Hollywood Casino Joliet, despite lower table revenue.
Indiana lawmakers propose sweepstakes-game definition and $100,000 penalties
The proposal could expose sweepstakes-game operators serving Indiana players to civil penalties of $100,000 per violation.
European Commission investigates Google over publisher content used for AI tools
The investigation concerns publisher content and could affect the online gambling affiliate sector.
Prediction markets face possible Supreme Court review of state disputes
The disputes may affect whether prediction market operators can offer sports event contracts across state lines.
Brazilian Senate committee weighs 15% levy on betting transfers
The proposed withholding levy could change the tax cost and payment flows for betting operators in Brazil.
LEMG sets registration rules for betting and gaming certification bodies
Certification bodies and operators serving Minas Gerais must meet the new state registration and reporting requirements.
New York sports betting revenue reaches a monthly record in November
The record revenue provides operators and investors with a new benchmark for New York sports betting.
Nigeria’s Senate passes Central Gaming Bill, sending it for presidential assent
The bill could reshape federal and state authority over gaming regulation if it receives presidential assent.
Oregon Lottery reports record sports betting revenue of $15.5m
The reported record gives operators and suppliers a measure of sports betting activity in Oregon.
IBJR warns Brazil’s Senate Cide-Bets proposal could favour illegal betting
A deposit-based levy could affect the competitive position of regulated betting operators in Brazil.
Australian government proposes excluding gambling R&D from tax incentives
If adopted, the proposal would change the tax treatment of gambling-related research and development in Australia.
Spain’s Congress debates Senate amendments to customer-service bill
The vote will determine whether proposed Gambling Act changes remain in the customer-service bill.