Coljuegos sends illegal gambling site-blocking orders directly to ISPs
Direct requests change how Coljuegos seeks blocks, affecting internet providers and operators of unauthorised gambling sites.
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GRAI consults on proposed gambling licence regulations in Ireland
The proposals could determine licence costs, duration and conditions for gambling businesses seeking to operate in Ireland.
Source: GRAI (Ireland)
Kansspelautoriteit warns Betca over Circus ad in Tiny Tower
The warning concerns gambling advertising on non-gambling games platforms, which the regulator says may reach minors and young adults.
AGCO requires approval for Ontario horse trainer transfers
Trainers must secure approval before transferred horses can race, and separate ownership groups require separate declarations.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
HG Vora sues Penn over reduction in board seats up for election
The dispute could affect Penn’s board election and the hedge fund’s effort to secure director seats.
Sporttrade seeks CFTC relief to offer sports exchange nationwide
The pending CFTC request could determine whether Sporttrade can offer its sports exchange nationwide beyond its current state-licensed operations.
Anatel president criticises Brazil’s institutional framework for betting regulation
Baigorri’s comments point to concerns about the institutional arrangements governing betting regulation and illegal-operator blocking in Brazil.
New York Senate amendment gives gaming commission power over sweepstakes bill
The bill could expose sweepstakes operators and promoters in New York to fines and licensing consequences.
UK government reportedly considers dissolving DCMS in Whitehall restructure
A change to the department responsible for gambling policy could affect the handling of pending UK reforms.
KSA renews funding for four gambling-harm prevention projects
The projects provide operators and prevention professionals with updated education and tools addressing gambling-related harm.
Colombia approves esports betting under Bill 026
The legislation provides a basis for Colombia’s regulated online gambling sector to offer esports betting.
EGBA urges Romania to establish a national gambling self-exclusion register
A national register would require gambling operators in Romania to apply self-exclusion across online and land-based channels.
Analome-commissioned study estimates BRL12bn in Brazilian municipal betting revenue
The dispute over municipal lotteries affects market access for operators unable to meet federal authorisation requirements.
ANJ reports French gambling market revenue of €14bn in 2024
The figures give operators and regulators a breakdown of market growth and the segments driving it.
Source: ANJ (France)
Ukraine’s Cabinet defines PlayCity’s expanded gambling oversight powers
The rules set new oversight duties for PlayCity and responsible-gambling requirements for operators in Ukraine.
UKGC reviews Allwyn UK milestone failure for possible enforcement action
The review could affect Allwyn UK’s compliance with its National Lottery contract and its transition costs.
New York Assembly committee advances sweepstakes gaming ban bill
If enacted, the bill would prohibit covered sweepstakes games and expose violators to fines and loss of licensing.
CFTC withdraws appeal in Kalshi political event-contract case
The withdrawal leaves the court ruling in place while state-level challenges to Kalshi continue.
Ohio casinos report $94.4 million in March revenue, down 0.3%
The reported decline and revenue breakdown help operators and investors assess Ohio casinos’ March performance.
Brazilian law excludes bets on the election of Pope Francis’s successor
Operators serving Brazil must keep betting markets within the two event categories described as lawful under the legislation.
India's Supreme Court hears dispute over 28% GST on online games
The court's interpretation could determine whether operators pay GST on contest entry amounts or only on platform fees and commissions.
New York Senate committee advances Cohen-backed Queens casino bill
The committee vote advances a proposed casino project but does not secure the licence Cohen needs to proceed.
Labor retains power as Australia's gambling advertising reforms remain limited
Operators and broadcasters face continued restrictions, with further advertising rules scheduled to take effect from mid-2026.
Florida lawmakers withdraw two online gambling bills
The withdrawal leaves the proposed restrictions on sweepstakes casinos and non-tribal mobile sports betting unenacted for now.
Thailand prime minister defends proposed casino complexes
The proposal’s safeguards and legislative timing affect operators and investors assessing a possible regulated casino market in Thailand.