KSA funds four Dutch gambling harm-prevention projects
Operators help finance the fund through a supplementary charge on higher-risk gambling products.
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Nigeria’s Supreme Court ruling shifts gaming regulation to states, lawyer says
Operators may need to navigate state-level licensing as authorities implement the framework.
Brazil’s SPA clarifies GGR tax treatment for unused betting bonuses
The clarification informs operators how bonus use affects the GGR base on which betting taxes are calculated.
Oklahoma Senate leaves sports betting bills without a vote
Tribal operators and other prospective entrants lack legislative clarity on whether Oklahoma will authorise sports betting this year.
Prediction market advocates dispute whether sports contracts constitute betting
The disputed classification affects how operators and suppliers assess the legal status of sports event contracts.
Dutch judiciary highlights gamblers’ refund cases in 2024 annual report
The pending Supreme Court ruling could affect operators facing claims to repay customers’ historical gambling losses.
AGCO guide explains online regulatory submissions for charitable gaming
The guide explains how charitable gaming licensees report financial results and incidents to the AGCO.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO requires charitable gaming licensees to use iAGCO for transactions
Charitable gaming licensees must use iAGCO to file reports and manage licence-related transactions.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Paraguay enacts Law 7348/2025 to open gambling market to private operators
Private operators may enter Paraguay’s gambling market beyond the previous public-tender route, subject to Conajzar’s authority.
Gambling Commission survey finds some players distrust operator support tools
The findings and recommendations give operators evidence on reported barriers to using gambling support tools.
Conar proposes joint system with Brazil’s SPA for betting-ad advertising
Operators face a proposed referral process that could lead to regulatory measures over betting advertising.
Lottopar extends anti-money-laundering rules to all state lottery formats
Lottery concessionaires in Paraná must apply the expanded compliance and suspicious-transaction reporting requirements across their operations.
Thai prime minister defends proposed casino bill amid opposition
Thailand’s casino proposal presents potential investment and tourism benefits alongside contested safeguards and money-laundering concerns.
Macau casinos record US$2.36bn April gaming revenue, up 1.7%
The monthly figures indicate continued revenue weakness against both the prior month and pre-pandemic levels.
Florida Gaming Control Commission reports $66.7m casino revenue in March
The figures show monthly revenue trends across Florida’s non-tribal casino market.
Brazil betting representatives warn advertising limits could benefit illegal operators
The proposed rules could affect how licensed betting operators advertise and distinguish themselves from illegal businesses.
Illinois Gaming Board reports $162.6m casino receipts in April
The breakdown gives operators and investors a view of revenue growth by casino gaming category in Illinois.
Connecticut lawmakers advance bill to ban sweepstakes casinos
The proposal could bar sweepstakes casino operations and lottery courier services in Connecticut.
Salzburg court orders enforcement against Malta casino bank account
The ruling could enable claims against banks holding funds linked to online casinos serving Austrian customers.
Michigan Gaming Control Board challenges event contracts under state betting law
The board's position could affect whether event-contract providers need Michigan sports betting licences.
Indian government argues betting turns skill games into chance-based play
The court's treatment of skill games and wagers could affect the tax basis applied to online gaming companies.
UK Gambling Commission reports £1.45bn online GGR in Q1 2025
The figures give operators and investors a regulator-reported comparison of online and land-based market performance.
Defensa Digital urges Spain to regulate online lottery sales
A regulatory framework could affect authorisations and the ability of lottery administrations to compete in online sales.
Jdigital criticises PSOE and Sumar amendment to Spain’s gambling law
The proposed requirements could affect gambling suppliers and payment providers if the amendment proceeds.
Santiago court rejects Lotería de Concepción bid to block gambling sites
The ruling directs disputes over blocking online gambling sites to the administrative process rather than this court action.