Missouri Gaming Commission opens sports betting rules for public comment
Operators face near-term application deadlines as Missouri prepares to award mobile licences ahead of its planned launch.
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Macau gaming revenue reaches 88% of pre-pandemic level in June
The revenue and segment figures give investors an indication of Macau’s gaming recovery and its differing performance across customer groups.
Fecoljuegos puts Colombia online gambling at 0.18% of GDP
The figures affect how operators’ economic contribution and tax obligations are represented in Colombia.
GRAI-commissioned study finds inducements increased betting spend by more than 10%
Evidence that inducements increase betting, especially among people at risk of problem gambling, can guide restrictions protecting consumers.
Source: GRAI (Ireland)
Ghana Gaming Commission inaugurates internal audit committee
Stronger procurement controls and policy review can improve financial oversight and governance at Ghana’s gambling regulator.
Source: Gaming Commission of Ghana
Caixa raises prices across six federal lottery games from 9 July
The changes alter ticket prices and prize allocations across six Caixa lottery products.
ASA upholds complaints against LEBOM over gambling and alcohol adverts
The ruling requires LEBOM to avoid advertising that links betting with social status or excessive drinking.
Ohio sportsbooks report $88.8m in May taxable revenue
Revenue and handle trends help Ohio operators and investors assess performance across sportsbook and casino markets.
Senate bill proposes limiting US gambling-loss deductions to 90%
A lower deduction cap could change the tax treatment of customers’ gambling losses and affect regulated operators.
Evangelical leaders threaten to name senators backing Brazil gambling bill
The threatened campaign adds organised opposition to the Senate bill on gambling legalisation.
Results
SOFTSWISS report forecasts South Africa gambling revenue of €3.63bn in 2025
The forecast and regulatory overview offer operators market-size and compliance context for South Africa.
US Senate passes bill revision capping bettors’ loss deductions at 90%
If enacted, the proposed cap could increase taxable income for bettors whose losses and expenses approach their winnings.
Lithuania restricts gambling advertising as phased ban begins
Operators must adjust advertising formats and sponsorship visibility during the transition to a full advertising ban.
Portugal’s online betting and gaming revenue rises 9% to €284.6m in Q1
The reported revenue and growth provide operators and investors with a measure of Portugal’s online market performance.
US Senate proposal would limit gambling-loss deductions to 90%
The proposed cap could increase taxable income for gamblers and affect operators that serve professional players.
Macau casinos report MOP118.77bn in first-half 2025 gaming revenue
The first-half figure gives investors and operators a measure of Macau casino revenue and its year-on-year change.
Sweden’s Supreme Court orders Betsson to repay player more than €500,000
The ruling may affect how operators use customer gambling data and market to players showing serious gambling problems.
CGA requires Curaçao entities to hold local licences from 1 July
Operators using Curaçao entities under foreign licences face local enforcement and potential liability under the stated rules.
Gibraltar government publishes new gambling law
Operators and gambling marketing providers face revised licensing requirements and a new route to appeal regulatory decisions.
DGOJ renews Safe Gambling Advisory Council and sets 30-member limit
The council will advise DGOJ on safe-gambling policy, with a permanent scientific section contributing specialist reports.
Dutch telecom bill would limit lottery exemption to specified licence holders
The proposed conditions determine which lottery operators could continue commercial telephone marketing without prior consent.
AGCO updates alcohol rules for large quadricycles in Ontario
Operators of licensed large quadricycles face new driver-training, alcohol-storage and reporting requirements.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Netherlands activates ban on gambling sponsorship in sport
Operators must account for the new restrictions when entering or maintaining sports sponsorship deals.
Thailand court suspends prime minister as casino bill debate slips
A prolonged delay could affect operators’ plans to enter Thailand’s proposed casino market.
MGA requires licensees to maintain positive equity under new policy
Licensed operators and critical gaming suppliers must address negative equity under the new capital framework, subject to a transitional period.