BGC warns UK machine-tax rise to 50% could close 3,400 betting shops
Operators and investors face potential closures and employment losses if the proposed tax increases proceed.
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UK Gambling Commission reports online GGY of £1.42bn in Q2 2025
Operators can compare online and retail activity against the latest regulator-reported market figures and limits on online slot stakes.
DGOJ convenes regulators from seven countries for Madrid gaming talks
The discussions could inform cross-border regulatory approaches to illegal gambling and consumer protection.
Valencian government opens consultation on proposed gaming-sector decree
Operators may submit views on proposed regional rules covering gaming premises and machines during the consultation period.
Macau government proposes exhibition exceptions to gambling advertising ban
The proposed exception could let gaming equipment suppliers promote products at industry conventions and exhibitions.
North Carolina lottery reports $811.4m sports wagering handle in October
Record wagering and payouts give licensed operators a basis to assess North Carolina market activity.
DGOJ international gambling congress draws 327 attendees in Madrid
At the congress, the secretary general welcomed approval of a welcome-bonus ban and card payments matching account holders.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
UK Gambling Commission reports online slots yield of £747m
The regulator’s figures show the scale of online slots activity in the UK during the quarter.
RCC upholds Postcode Lottery advert under Dutch advertising code
The ruling allows the challenged advert to stand under the code, while clarifying the basis for the complaint’s dismissal.
Paf chief backs Spain’s proposed gambling-risk messages and deposit limits
The proposed measures could require operators in Spain to change customer messaging and deposit-limit controls.
Mendoza schools restrict online games and sports betting platforms
The restrictions affect access to online gaming and sports betting in Mendoza’s schools.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission bars sports event contracts for licensed operators
Licensed operators must avoid offering sports-related event contracts in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts lawmakers hear bill to legalise online casinos
The bill could create an online casino market for the state’s three casinos, subject to further legislative consideration.
Sheinbaum plans legal reforms for Mexico's online betting platforms
The proposed reform could change the legal framework governing online betting platforms in Mexico.
Brazilian government renews push to raise betting tax as lawmakers seek 24% rate
A proposed tax rise could change the costs facing betting operators in Brazil.
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Caixa reports 6% lottery revenue fall to R$11.6bn in first half
The reported fall in lottery revenue coincided with lower transfers to public programmes funded by lottery proceeds.
Norwegian study links adolescent gaming problems with gambling participation
The findings connect adolescent gaming problems with greater gambling participation and related risks.
FanDuel surrenders Nevada gaming licences after prediction markets launch plan
FanDuel’s withdrawal removes its existing Nevada gaming permissions as it prepares to offer sports event contracts.
Tribal gaming leaders warn of sports prediction markets’ impact on revenue
Tribal opposition and litigation could affect the scope of sports event-contract operations on tribal lands in California.
Maltese court dismisses player’s €30,279 winnings claim against Betway
The ruling addresses operators’ enforcement of account rules and self-exclusion safeguards in a winnings dispute.
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Delaware Lottery reports casino revenue of $35.1m in October
October’s near-flat casino revenue masks differing results among Delaware’s three commercial properties.
Citigroup forecasts MOP20.5bn in Macau casino revenue for November
Operators and investors can compare the forecast with reported early-month revenue and the implied pace for the rest of November.
Ontario appeal court permits cross-border online gaming pools subject to safeguards
Operators may be able to offer larger poker and daily fantasy sports pools, subject to regulatory safeguards.
Brazilian lawmakers propose higher taxes on betting companies
Operators and investors face uncertainty over renewed proposals to raise betting taxes after the provisional measure failed.
Malta court rejects player claim for €30,279 in Betway winnings
The ruling addresses an operator’s ability to enforce account rules when handling disputed winnings and self-exclusion safeguards.