Thailand’s proposed casino bill could affect Chinese tourism, commentary says
The proposal’s potential effect on Chinese visitor flows is relevant to investors and operators assessing Thailand’s casino plans.
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Arkansas governor signs bill ending greyhound racing and simulcast betting
The phased restriction affects operators offering bets on out-of-state and international greyhound races to Arkansas residents.
Kenya’s BCLB orders crash-game compliance submissions within 14 days
Operators must document game fairness, providers and platform integration or risk suspension of the games.
Coljuegos proposes new limits on gaming machines in Colombia
Operators would need to comply with proposed machine caps, location requirements and prize limits if the rules are adopted.
Dutch government considers phased age rise for higher-risk gambling
A phased age limit would affect operators’ eligible customer base and the timing of compliance changes.
Dutch MPs call for action against illegal gambling sites during committee debate
The debate could shape enforcement priorities and the treatment of intermediaries advertising illegal gambling.
Dutch minister says Holland Casino’s public and commercial activities are intertwined
The minister’s position informs scrutiny of how Holland Casino accounts for activities with both commercial and public purposes.
Trimbos says Dutch gambling policy aligns with public-health recommendations
The institute’s assessment puts public-health and international cooperation considerations into debate over proposed Dutch gambling rules.
KSA says Lucky 7 Casino fixed Dutch-language and player-protection shortcomings
The regulator’s monitoring and potential enforcement affect the operator’s compliance obligations in the Dutch market.
Arkansas bans greyhound racing and phases out simulcast betting by 2028
The law gives Southland a deadline to stop simulcast dog-race betting in Arkansas.
Uganda gaming regulator signs student responsible-gaming agreement
The agreement sets out joint education and youth-protection work involving the regulator and university student leaders.
Source: NLGRB (Uganda)
ANALOME challenges Brazil's bet.br domain rule
The dispute concerns whether state and municipal lottery services can operate legally using domains other than .bet.br.
Colorado casinos report $84.2m gross profit in February
The figures show operators how February casino revenue changed across Colorado’s regions and game types.
London mayor faces questions over delayed TfL gambling-ad ban plans
Any change would affect gambling advertising on London’s public transport network.
Jdigital cites €1.45bn Spanish online gaming revenue in 2024
The figures give operators and investors a measure of market revenue and segment shares in Spain.
EGBA report puts online gambling at 39% of Europe’s market in 2024
Operators can use the reported shift in channel shares to inform their assessment of Europe’s gambling market.
Ukraine plans PlayCity gambling and lottery regulator for April
The planned agency would take over state oversight of gambling and lotteries, including licensing.
US plaintiffs sue Apple and Google over sweepstakes casino apps
The case could affect technology companies’ app distribution and payment services linked to sweepstakes casino operators.
ASA upholds complaint against PokerStars Instagram gambling advert
The ruling identifies advertising claims and depictions that operators must avoid in UK gambling promotions.
Connecticut committee advances sweepstakes gaming bill by 22-0 vote
The bill could restrict sweepstakes operators’ ability to offer casino-style gaming or sports wagering in Connecticut.
Alaska representative proposes mobile sports betting bill with 20% tax
Operators would face proposed licensing, fee and tax requirements if the bill becomes law.
EGBA projects online gambling to exceed 40% of European revenue in 2025
The projections give gambling businesses a regional benchmark for online and land-based market revenue.
Pennsylvania, Michigan and Maryland report mixed February gaming revenue
Operators and investors can compare declining Pennsylvania and Michigan figures with Maryland’s differing iGaming and sports betting trends.
Brazil’s SPA consultation on 2025-2026 regulatory agenda closes on 27 March
Operators and other interested parties have until 27 March to submit views on the regulator’s planned priorities.
Paulo Azi questions Brazil’s betting rules and backs casino legalisation
Operators face continued political criticism of Brazil’s betting framework and calls for casino legalisation.