California attorney general reportedly plans to ban online daily fantasy sports
A prohibition could affect daily fantasy sports operators serving California and shape lawmakers’ next steps on the market.
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Thai government defers debate on proposed casino bill
The deferral leaves the proposed legal framework for casino-resorts uncertain for potential operators and investors.
California attorney general reportedly plans opinion on paid fantasy sports
Operators and players face uncertainty because the reported opinion could prohibit paid fantasy sports, but has not been issued.
Philippine lawmaker proposes restricting e-wallets for online gambling
The proposal could change how gambling operators accept payments from Philippine customers.
Brazil’s Federal Revenue Service creates code for expired betting funds
Betting operators need the new tax-collection code when remitting expired funds covered by the measure.
Maine Senate advances online casino bill to enactment
A veto would prevent operators and tribal partners from proceeding under the proposed online casino framework.
KSA survey finds operators did not contact 68% of Dutch respondents
The findings put pressure on operators and regulators to address gaps in personal intervention and exclusion measures.
California lawmaker files bill to prohibit dual-currency sweepstakes games
If enacted, the bill could expose operators and listed service providers to criminal penalties in California.
Catalan authority warns venues against excessive online barred-player register checks
Venues are warned that checks beyond individual entry verification could raise data-minimisation concerns.
Loyra and Martínez Quintero discuss Colombia’s online gambling tax and regulatory risks
The reported deposit tax and its effects are relevant to operators assessing Colombia’s regulated online gambling market.
Maryland Lottery and Gaming schedules commission meeting and action items
Operators and suppliers could be affected by the listed regulatory actions, game approvals and compliance matters.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Dutch MPs defer motions to ban buy-now-pay-later payments on gambling sites
The motions could put restrictions on payment methods used by Dutch online gambling operators back before parliament.
Hungary’s SZTFH requires advance notice for most tombola draws
Event organisers must account for advance notification and settlement requirements when planning tombola draws in Hungary.
Source: SZTFH (Hungary)
KSA warns Unibet operator Optdeck over advertising and autoplay
The warnings reinforce that operators remain responsible for advertising and game features supplied or managed by third parties.
New Hampshire Lottery reports May charitable gaming revenue up 82% to $25.1m
Operators and investors can see that new venues accompanied higher charitable gaming revenue, with historical horse racing the largest reported category.
Febraban president warns of money-laundering risks from Brazilian betting firms
The warning raises compliance concerns for betting businesses and financial firms handling their payments.
Thailand government advances casino complex bill to 9 July reading
The bill’s parliamentary progress could determine whether casino operations enter Thailand’s proposed entertainment-complex framework.
Rhode Island House session ends without advancing sportsbook expansion bill
The bill’s failure leaves Rhode Island’s proposed change to its sportsbook market structure unresolved.
Addabbo renews New York iCasino push at FanDuel office opening
Legalising online casino gaming could create state revenue, while the report highlights a projected budget shortfall.
New Jersey lawmakers reportedly agree 19.75% online gambling tax
The reported rate would change the tax burden on online sportsbook and casino operators in New Jersey.
Nevada court limits Light & Wonder disclosures in Aristocrat trade-secret case
The ruling narrows discovery in a dispute over games and trade secrets between two major suppliers.
Turkey plans crypto transaction limits to address illegal gambling proceeds
Crypto exchanges and wallet providers would face new transaction controls and potential sanctions affecting gambling-related proceeds.
States restrict sweepstakes casinos through bans and enforcement actions
Operators must assess state-specific access as bans and enforcement actions prompt withdrawals from several markets.
Tribal coalition challenges Kalshi sports contracts in Maryland court
The court’s treatment of the contracts could affect how tribal gaming laws apply to sports event markets in Maryland.
GRAI signs information-sharing agreement with Gibraltar regulator
The agreement creates a cooperation framework between regulators in two jurisdictions where gambling operators are active.
Source: GRAI (Ireland)