Brazilian government and betting firms urge Google and Apple to distribute betting apps
App-store distribution policy could affect how authorised betting operators reach users in Brazil.
Regulation Page 599
Aracaju council debates proposed municipal lottery
The bill could establish a municipal lottery, subject to the council’s final vote.
Senacon and Procon-RJ issue consumer guidance for Brazil betting sector
Consumer agencies are being directed to monitor betting practices and pursue providers and commercial partners over consumer-rights breaches.
Maryland federal court seeks briefs on Kalshi sports event contracts
The court’s jurisdictional questions could affect how Maryland regulates Kalshi’s sports event contracts.
Rhode Island Senate passes bill to allow five sports betting operators
If enacted, the bill would replace IGT’s single-operator contract with a process for multiple sports betting operators.
Belgian Gaming Commission study finds 28% of gamblers used unlicensed sites
The findings give regulators and licensed operators evidence on young adults’ continued use of unlicensed gambling websites.
Indiana Gaming Commission removes licences for some sports betting suppliers
Removing licences for specified ancillary suppliers may reduce compliance burdens, while core technology providers remain excluded.
Thai government forecasts casino complexes could add up to 0.8% to GDP
The proposal could shape market-entry decisions for gaming operators considering Thailand, but remains subject to parliamentary approval.
Brad Hoylman-Sigal opposes Manhattan casino bids ahead of New York licensing
His position may affect local support for Manhattan bids seeking approval in New York’s downstate casino process.
Results
CAIXA Loterias reports 10% first-quarter sales decline to R$5.50bn
The sales decline provides an indicator of activity in Brazil’s federal lottery market.
CONAJZAR discusses new gambling law with 19 mayors in Paraguay
The law opens the market to private operators and gives CONAJZAR authority to seize illegal gambling equipment.
PawaTech warns offshore betting could cost Africa $11bn in tax by 2029
The warning concerns how tax policy may affect licensed operators’ ability to retain betting activity and generate tax revenue.
MGA reports 17 new gambling licences and six AML sanctions in 2024
The figures show Malta’s 2024 licensing activity and sanctions following anti-money-laundering examinations.
AGCO advises Ontario racetracks to cancel events when air quality risk is high
Racetracks are advised to cancel racing activities when air pollution reaches the specified high-risk index.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
LOTERJ maintains national-operation case as Brazil court limits licensees to Rio
The court’s interim restrictions constrain the geographic reach of LOTERJ’s licensed betting operators while the case continues.
KSA warns Dutch operators a total gambling advertising ban remains possible
Operators face closer regulatory engagement and potential advertising restrictions, with past conduct also relevant to the 2026 licensing round.
BOS chief says private operators could have sustained Sweden’s land-based casinos
The ban removes land-based casino operations from Sweden, affecting operators and suppliers connected to the sector.
Gaming Commission commissions survey of 1,000 people aged 18 to 30
The survey gives operators and regulators research on gambling and betting among people aged 18 to 30.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Gaming news roundup covers Dutch reforms, Italian delay and Ukraine regulator launch
The developments concern proposed rules, implementation timing and regulatory oversight across three gambling markets.
New Zealand government commits NZD81m to gambling harm strategy
Operators face levy contributions, while the strategy plans expanded clinical capacity for gambling harm support.
Macau government proposes MOP228bn 2025 gaming revenue target
The revised target sets the revenue benchmark against which Macau’s casino sector performance will be assessed.
New Zealand confirms NZ$81 million for gambling harm programmes
The funding supports gambling-harm services financed through contributions from gambling operators.
Tatuí council approves municipal lottery bill
If enacted, the proposal could create a municipal lottery and a 20-year concession opportunity for specialised companies.
Arizona gaming regulator urges CFTC to act on prediction markets
The request challenges whether prediction-market providers should face state sports-betting licensing and oversight requirements.
MGA approves 17 of 28 new gaming licence applications in 2024
The report details MGA licensing decisions and enforcement, informing operators and applicants about its 2024 activity.