BGC warns UK tax plans could drive gambling activity to illegal market
The competing forecasts affect operators’ tax expectations and the projected size of the regulated and illegal markets.
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GGL sets out core duties under 2021 State Treaty on Gambling
The GGL oversees online poker, virtual slots, sports betting, horse betting and nationwide social lotteries, while Darmstadt handles player blocking.
Source: GGL (Germany)
KSA discusses duty-of-care findings with Dutch online casinos
The discussion gives licensed operators practical regulatory feedback on player interventions and reporting.
Cft removes Curaçao Gaming Authority investigation reference from report
The revised report removes an unverified investigation claim concerning Curaçao’s gambling regulator.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission postpones Wynn qualifier hearing
The postponement changes the timing of a regulatory hearing concerning a qualifier at Encore Boston Harbor.
New York online sportsbooks record $280.6 million revenue in November
The reported monthly revenue and handle figures offer operators and investors a measure of New York market performance.
MLB reportedly warns players against prediction-market bets on baseball
The reported memo warns players that betting on baseball prediction markets breaches MLB rules, though some players say they were unaware.
Brazil records 25 million active bettors from January to September 2025
The figures give operators and regulators a measure of the regulated market’s scale and federal tax contribution.
Scotts Valley Tribe seeks dismissal of three lawsuits over Vallejo land approval
The motions add a procedural step to litigation over the proposed casino while the DOI reviews gaming eligibility.
Greg Abbott withholds support for Texas destination-resort casinos
Abbott’s position complicates Las Vegas Sands’ effort to secure legislative and voter approval for a Texas casino proposal.
Colorado sports betting handle reaches $680.5m in October
The reported handle offers operators and investors a measure of Colorado sports betting activity in October.
New York governor signs bill banning online sweepstakes casinos
Operators and service providers face a state ban, financial penalties and possible loss of eligibility for New York gaming licences.
BGC chief executive criticises UK racing tax exemption as cosmetic
The tax changes could affect betting-funded sponsorship, media rights and levy income on which racing depends.
New York commercial casinos generate $58.4 million in November revenue
The revenue figures provide operators and investors with a state-level view of casino performance by venue and game type.
New York governor signs dual-currency sweepstakes casino ban
The law extends compliance and licensing risks to operators, payment processors, geolocation vendors and media partners.
Australia publishes legislation ending gambling R&D tax exemption
Gambling businesses’ R&D tax treatment will change, with an exception for harm-reduction research.
Finnish committee proposes six-month delay to licensed gambling market rollout
A proposed delay could change the timing of market entry for gambling operators seeking Finnish licences.
US courts prepare to rule on prediction markets’ regulatory status
The rulings could determine whether prediction-market operators face federal oversight or separate state gambling requirements.
UK operators assess social media marketing risks amid tighter rules
Operators must weigh social media marketing against the regulatory and platform risks described in the report.
MLB bars players from baseball-related prediction markets
The directive sets an integrity and compliance restriction for players as prediction-market sports contracts expand.
New York bans online sweepstake casinos and support services
The law exposes operators and supporting businesses to fines and possible loss of, or ineligibility for, a gaming licence.
Latvia gambling revenue falls 1% to €218.5m in first nine months of 2025
The reported decline gives operators and investors an update on Latvia’s gambling market performance.
Nevada gaming chief warns prediction markets could expand into casino games
The warning raises the prospect of prediction-market activity reaching casino games and online gambling in Nevada.
KSA plans advertising guidance for early 2026
Operators will need to consider forthcoming guidance alongside continuing duty-of-care and advertising oversight.
Senator Tannas advances bill on First Nations gaming authority
If enacted, the bill would change how First Nations gaming operations are authorised on reserve lands.