Cezinha de Madureira backs adding bets tax increase to Brazil MP
Adding the measure could bring a proposed betting tax increase into a separate legislative package, although its inclusion remains uncertain.
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Brazil betting firms lobby against proposed tax increases in Congress
The proposals could change operators’ tax burden, while industry groups argue higher taxes could expand illegal betting.
São Carlos council approves municipal lottery bill with 25-year concession
The approval creates a proposed 25-year municipal lottery concession in São Carlos.
Brazil’s TCU gives Sports Ministry 120 days to review CBDU compliance
The review could affect lottery-funded transfers to the Brazilian University Sports Confederation.
IBJR study says betting accounts for under 0.5% of household consumption in Brazil
The figures inform operators and regulators weighing betting’s role in household debt and the focus of consumer-protection policy.
Belo Horizonte council advances bills restricting betting advertising
If enacted, the proposals would restrict betting companies’ advertising and promotional activity in Belo Horizonte.
DGOJ publishes speakers for Spain’s international gaming congress
The programme identifies which regulators and industry representatives will take part in discussions on gaming oversight and risk.
Gambling Commission completes UK illegal online gambling research series
The findings inform operators and regulators about evidence gaps and reported trends in the UK illegal online market.
Ohio sportsbooks take $7.06bn in bets during first nine months of 2025
The reported wagering total and year-on-year growth give operators and investors a measure of Ohio sports betting activity.
Mexico Senate approves online gambling tax rise from 30% to 50%
Licensed operators in Mexico face a higher stated tax rate from 2026 if the reform takes effect as described.
IBJR urges Brazil to regulate online betting technology suppliers
Supplier rules could determine whether technology providers may serve both Brazil’s regulated and unregulated betting markets.
Google integrates Kalshi and Polymarket prediction markets into Google Finance
The integration brings prediction-market estimates to Google Finance while Dutch licensing questions remain unresolved.
AGCO requires all Ontario grocery liquor licence holders to accept container returns
Grocery liquor licensees newly covered by the rule must prepare to accept eligible returns and refund deposits from 1 January 2026.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO requires all Ontario grocery licensees to join deposit return scheme from January 2026
Grocery licensees must accept containers, refund deposits and post signage from January 2026 to stay compliant.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Massachusetts Gaming Commission schedules PENN qualifier hearing for 10 November
The hearing concerns an individual qualifier associated with the operator of a Massachusetts casino.
Brazil senators question support for bill raising betting tax to 24%
The bill could double the betting tax rate, but its passage and timing remain uncertain.
Slovakia’s president vetoes gambling law reforms over consumer safeguards
The veto leaves the proposed changes to online gambling market access and oversight subject to further parliamentary action.
Andalusia plans digital tool to coordinate addiction-prevention programmes
The planned tool could help coordinate gambling-prevention initiatives across Andalusia’s public and social-sector organisations.
Italian lawyer criticises advertising ban after online gaming concessions
Operators holding the new concessions face technical recertification and responsible-gambling obligations under the terms Sbordoni described.
Pennsylvania operators reportedly plan $10m super-PAC amid tax debate
A tax increase could prompt operators to raise costs for Pennsylvania bettors.
Uganda gaming regulator partners with judiciary and prosecutors on enforcement
The coordination could affect how gaming-law violations are investigated and prosecuted in Uganda.
Northern Territory commission pauses acceptance of betting-industry gifts
The pause and governance review affect how betting operators engage with the Northern Territory regulator.
AGA survey records 3.1% rise in US gaming activity in Q3
The survey reports improved activity alongside rising regulatory and tax concerns among gaming companies.
Louisiana State Police investigate alleged financial misconduct at Coushatta Casino
The investigation could expose the casino and tribe to regulatory consequences if investigators confirm misuse of casino funds.
Philippine finance secretary opposes online gambling ban and backs tighter regulation
The position informs operators and regulators as lawmakers consider whether to tighten rules or prohibit online gambling.