Spain’s Gaming Policy Council validates 2024 activity report
The report gives operators and public authorities a jointly approved account of Spain’s 2024 gambling market.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
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Dutch minister says data on gambling addiction among entrepreneurs are unavailable
The lack of occupation-specific data limits regulators’ and operators’ ability to gauge gambling-related harm among entrepreneurs.
PEC Zwolle covers gambling sponsor logo on shirts after Dutch sponsorship ban
Operators and clubs face enforcement exposure if online gambling sponsorship remains visible after the Dutch ban took effect.
Amsterdam court dismisses players’ data case against Unibet
The ruling addresses whether a claims organisation can represent players seeking data from a gambling operator under GDPR.
Flutter investigates customer data breach affecting Paddy Power and Betfair
The breach concerns personal information held by two UK-facing gambling brands and required customer and regulator notification.
ASA rejects complaints over Buzz Bingo action-figure social media ad
The decision clarifies how the ASA assessed child appeal in this gambling advert.
Flutter reports cyberattack on Paddy Power and Betfair customer data
The breach exposed customer data at two gambling brands, while Flutter said accounts did not need to be suspended.
ANJ calls for tighter gambling-ad rules and youth protections in France
The proposals could affect gambling advertising, sponsorship and limits for younger adult customers.
Source: ANJ (France)
PAGCOR opposes Philippine online gambling ban, citing PHP100bn annual revenue
The debate may determine whether operators face a prohibition or tighter oversight, including new player-protection measures.
Hannover court orders Tipico to repay €21,827 in betting losses
The ruling may affect operators facing claims for losses from online betting offered in Germany.
Zubiri proposes bill to ban online gambling in the Philippines
The proposal could require operators and access providers to adapt to a nationwide online gambling ban and blocking rules.
CBRE analyst forecasts US tax bill could support casino spending
The tax provisions could affect casino customers’ spending power and betting activity, including in Las Vegas.
Analyst says US betting-tax proposal poses limited risk to sportsbook operators
The proposal could affect bettors’ activity and migration, while the analyst sees limited exposure for operators.
Maryland casinos report $160.7m in June gaming revenue
The revenue figures show changing performance across Maryland casinos and provide context for operators monitoring the market.
Marcos leaves position open on Philippine online gambling reforms
Operators face continued uncertainty as Philippine lawmakers consider a ban, tax changes and tighter controls.
Brazil’s finance ministry signs agreement to tackle illegal online gambling
The arrangement creates a channel for the SPA and platforms to coordinate takedowns of illegal gambling content and advertising.
ARCON requires prior approval for Nigerian gambling adverts
Prepublication approval could raise licensed operators’ advertising costs and advantage unlicensed competitors.
Thailand withdraws proposed casino bill from parliamentary discussion
The withdrawal puts the proposed casino legislation’s parliamentary progress on hold, affecting prospective market entrants and investors.
Dina Titus introduces bill to restore full gambling-loss deductions in the US
The proposed change would affect the tax treatment of gambling winnings and losses for US operators’ customers.
DGOJ brings ACB into sports-betting integrity network in Spain
The agreement gives the ACB a channel to share information with DGOJ on suspected betting fraud and competition manipulation.
German gambling authorities report €10.119bn market volume in 2021
The figures give operators and regulators a measure of Germany’s permitted and unpermitted gambling market in 2021.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Curaçao court orders Entretenimiento Rojo and CIL to pay player $30,000
The ruling holds both the casino operator and its licence holder responsible for the disputed player payout.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission schedules BetMGM suitability hearing for 17 July
The hearing concerns BetMGM’s continued suitability to operate in Massachusetts.
EGBA plans updated anti-money laundering guidelines for 2026
The revised guidance may affect AML practices among online gambling operators participating in the initiative.
Philippine lawmakers propose online gambling tax and competing ban
The proposals could reshape online gambling taxation, access and operating requirements in the Philippines.