Brazil’s betting framework sets operator safeguards and targets illegal market
The account describes compliance and player-protection obligations facing authorised betting operators in Brazil.
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Brazilian industry forum backs proposed 15% tax on online bets
The proposed tax could raise operators’ costs, while its replacement by a selective tax is planned from 2027.
Macau government forecasts MOP92.7bn in 2026 concession tax revenue
The lower forecast informs operators and investors about Macau’s expected public revenue from gaming concessions.
ÖVP and SPÖ agree key issues for Austria gambling bill
Operators face potential changes to Austria’s licensing framework and rules for blocking unlicensed sites and payments.
Arizona Department of Gaming reports $19.6m September betting revenue
The figures show operators faced substantially lower adjusted revenue despite higher betting handle in Arizona.
Pennsylvania gaming revenue reaches $597m in October, with record iGaming
The figures show Pennsylvania operators’ October revenue and the scale of online gaming and sports wagering.
Campania court suspends Benevento police order revoking gaming licences
The suspension permits the licensed business to continue operating while the court considers the case.
Brazilian committee postpones vote on proposed gambling tax increase to 24%
Operators face uncertainty over whether Brazil will double the gambling tax rate from 12% to 24%.
ANJ launches digital self-exclusion service with identity checks
Operators serving France may need to account for the updated self-exclusion process and identity checks.
Russian lawmakers advance bills to tighten gambling advertising rules
Operators and advertising partners could face tighter restrictions and higher penalties if the proposals become law.
Austria prepares draft gambling reform ahead of 2027 licence expiries
Operators may face a new licensing framework and proposed controls on access to unlicensed gambling services.
Italian senators propose reduced settlement for gaming concessionaires’ debts
The proposal could change concessionaires’ repayment obligations and their ability to pursue disputes with the state.
Wisconsin lawmaker backs online sports betting bill amid prediction-market concerns
AB 601 could expand regulated online sports betting to tribal operators across Wisconsin if enacted.
Italy’s Treasury reports €4.82bn in gambling taxes for January–September 2025
The figures show the scale and sources of gambling-related tax revenue in Italy over the nine-month period.
São Paulo law requires Caps to provide gambling-harm treatment
The law requires Caps to provide specialist teams and group therapy for people affected by gambling harms.
Germany’s betting and iGaming sectors record €9.96bn turnover in nine months
The reported turnover figure and quarterly trend provide operators and investors with a measure of Germany’s betting and iGaming market.
Austrian physician files criminal complaint against evoke chief executive
The complaint and parallel Malta proceedings create legal exposure for evoke over historic gambling activity and unpaid player losses.
MOIGE survey finds 85% of young respondents support gambling limits
The findings bear on age-verification controls and proposals for limits on minors’ gambling activity in Italy.
Macau chief executive says gaming results remain below expectations
The stated revenue shortfall and compliance priorities signal the government’s expectations for Macau gaming operators.
SRI Lanka sets 1 December start for Gambling Regulatory Authority Act
Operators across SRI Lanka’s gaming sectors will need to comply with the new regulator’s framework when the Act takes effect.
Extremadura authorises online casino gaming tax declarations
Casino operators in Extremadura can use the approved online process to file and pay the gaming tax.
DGOJ assigns research-project assessments to Spain’s State Research Agency
Grant applicants and evaluators must meet the stated scoring thresholds, while the DGOJ keeps decision-making authority.
Spain’s Congress advances gambling advertising restrictions in customer-service bill
If enacted, the measures would affect operators’ advertising, promotions and handling of player funds.
AUSTRAC launches upgraded online reporting platform for regulated businesses
The platform’s reporting and guidance functions affect compliance processes for regulated gambling businesses and other entities.
GGL FAQ sets out criminal penalties for players using illegal gambling
Players using unlicensed sites face criminal liability, and the FAQ directs them to verify German permission via the GGL whitelist.
Source: GGL (Germany)