England and Wales appeal court rejects £1.5m claim against Betfair
The ruling addresses the evidence relevant to operators’ responsibility for identifying problem gambling among customers.
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Massachusetts judge to rule on Kalshi injunction request in January
The decision will determine whether Kalshi can continue offering sports-related event contracts in Massachusetts during the litigation.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission postpones Wynn qualifier hearing
The postponement changes the timing of a regulatory hearing concerning a qualifier at Encore Boston Harbor.
Brazilian governors propose directing betting tax revenue to public security
The proposal could change how betting tax revenue is distributed between Brazil’s federal government and states.
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 warns UK tax changes could increase illegal gambling
The warning concerns the possible effect of UK betting and gaming tax policy on licensed operators and illegal gambling.
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.
Finland’s committee recommends tighter gambling advertising rules in bill review
The proposed restrictions and marketing rules could affect operators’ plans for Finland’s planned 2027 licensed market.
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.
Greg Abbott withholds support for Texas casino constitutional amendment
Abbott’s position adds a significant political obstacle to casino proposals that require constitutional and legislative approval.
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.
India’s real-money gaming ban raises concerns over legal online operations
Uncertainty over whether the ban and penalties reach esports and social gaming could affect companies operating in those segments.