Russian lawmakers advance proposed self-exclusion list for gamblers
If enacted, the proposal would require casinos and bookmakers to screen customers against the exclusion list.
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KSA warns BetMGM over advert featuring 17-year-old Lamine Yamal
Operators should note that the KSA considered an advert featuring a 17-year-old potentially harmful and accepted swift removal.
Dutch finance minister attributes higher lottery payments to increased net revenue
The explanation links lottery proceeds to revenue, costs and tax changes, informing scrutiny of state-owned gambling income.
Dutch cabinet collapse puts gambling policy plans at risk of delay
A parliamentary pause could delay the implementation of the government’s announced gambling policy measures.
Austrian courts allow recovery of losses from illegal online gambling agreements
Operators face potential repayment claims while Austria’s online gambling licensing framework approaches its 2027 expiry.
KSA restricts AI use in responsible gambling, drawing response from Mindway AI
Operators using AI for responsible gambling must retain human oversight and be able to explain how their systems work.
Brazil Senate approves gambling advertising restrictions in Bill 2,985/2023
The bill could change where operators advertise and which people they may feature if it advances into law.
State Duma advances bill for Russia’s gambling self-exclusion register
If enacted, the bill would require casinos and online betting operators to check customers against the register.
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Delaware Lottery reports casino revenue of $36.6m in April
The figures show operators’ differing revenue trends across Delaware’s casino segments.
West Virginia sports and iGaming wagers reach $887.4m record
The reported record provides operators and investors with an indicator of betting activity in West Virginia.
Brazilian clubs oppose bill restricting gambling sponsorships
If enacted, the proposed restrictions could require clubs and betting operators to change sponsorship and advertising agreements in Brazil.
Kalshi investigates California governor candidate’s $98.76 election wager
Kalshi’s review concerns a candidate trading on a market tied to his own election campaign.
Illinois lawmakers approve per-bet fees for online sportsbooks
The volume-based fee adds an operating cost for sportsbooks beyond Illinois’ existing revenue tax.
Kenya’s BCLB restricts gambling advertising and bans celebrity endorsements
Operators and advertisers must secure approval and comply with new restrictions across advertising formats and platforms.
Valencian government exempts DANA-damaged machines from gambling tax
Operators can seek full tax relief for qualifying machines damaged by the DANA, subject to notification and documentation requirements.
Spain’s Supreme Court rejects lottery retailers’ challenge to SELAE sales model
The ruling leaves SELAE’s direct and third-party lottery sales channels in place, while rejecting retailers’ challenge to the model.
Balearic Islands budget keeps gambling tax framework unchanged for 2025
Operators face no new gambling taxes under the bill, while qualifying casinos retain the table-expansion deduction.
Peru gaming directorate hosts Ibero-American summit in Lima
Regulators and industry participants used the summit to exchange approaches to gaming policy across participating jurisdictions.
KVA reports dozens of illegal gambling adverts on Meta platforms
The examples identify illegal advertising practices that the regulator could raise with Meta.
Vin Gopal proposes casino gaming at two New Jersey racetracks
The proposal could extend casino gaming beyond Atlantic City, subject to voter approval and subsequent legislation.
Ourinhos mayor proposes municipal lottery to fund public services
If approved, the proposal could create a municipal lottery and a potential operating concession in Ourinhos.
AGCC forecasts more than £2m distribution to Alderney in 2025
The forecast gives Alderney stakeholders an indication of the commission’s expected financial distribution.
Kenya’s BCLB sets approval and content rules for gambling adverts
Operators must secure two approvals and meet new content, age-verification and advertising-placement requirements before publishing gambling adverts.
Brazil’s AGU urges STF to block municipal lotteries
The court’s decision could determine whether municipalities may establish and operate lottery services in Brazil.
Belgian Kansspelcommissie signs cooperation agreement with Ireland’s GRAI
The agreement formalises cooperation between the Belgian and Irish gambling regulators as GRAI develops its regulatory functions.