Crypto.com sues Maryland gaming commission over event contracts
Crypto.com’s lawsuit challenges Maryland’s authority over sports event contracts that the state calls unlicensed sports betting.
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Fitch warns Macau could end US operators’ concessions in unlikely scenario
The scenario concerns the Macau licences and businesses of three major concessionaires, whose licences expire in 2032.
South Dakota Commission on Gaming reports March handle up 5.4%
The figures show operators how handle changed across South Dakota casino and sports betting segments.
Oklahoma Senate committee advances two sports betting bills
Operators and tribes face proposed rules that could reserve Oklahoma sports betting to tribal entities and impose a state fee.
Colorado House committee advances bill taxing promotional sports bets
If enacted, operators would face a change to how promotional wagers count towards Colorado taxable revenue.
Oregon Lottery reminds retailers of 14-day ownership reporting rules
Oregon Lottery retailers must meet ownership and key-person reporting deadlines to avoid possible compliance action.
Source: Oregon Lottery (OR)
New Jersey federal judge grants Kalshi preliminary injunction against DGE
The injunction temporarily limits the state regulator’s enforcement action against Kalshi’s sports-related event contracts.
AGCO guide explains online applications for charitable gaming licences
Charities and suppliers can use the guide to identify the AGCO’s licensing responsibilities and available application routes.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
UK Gambling Commission warns operators about AI-generated identity risks
Operators may need stronger document checks to identify synthetic identities and AI-generated customer documents.
SRI Lankan cabinet approves draft bill for national gambling regulator
The proposal could bring gambling operators targeting SRI Lankan customers under a single licensing and oversight framework.
LTC Texas sues Texas Lottery Commission over courier restrictions
Lottery couriers and regulators face a court challenge over the Commission’s authority to impose new policies without public consultation.
Spelinspektionen study finds 72% unsure which gambling sites hold Swedish licences
The results indicate gaps in consumer understanding of licensing that matter to operators and regulators in Sweden.
LTC Texas sues lottery commission over proposed courier ban
The case could affect lottery courier operations and the proposed statewide restrictions in Texas.
Thai Senate committee fails to reach consensus on casino bill
The lack of committee consensus leaves the proposed casino framework’s progress uncertain for prospective investors and operators.
Spain's ministry moves DGOJ's electronic office under its new structure
The change sets responsibility for the DGOJ's digital services and their technical management.
AGCO requires approval before Ontario racehorses transfer trainers
Trainers must secure approval before transferred horses can be entered or race in Ontario.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO requires approval for Ontario trainer transfers involving horses
Trainers and racing operators must obtain approval before transferred horses can be entered or compete in Ontario.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
CFTC cancels prediction-markets roundtable scheduled for 30 April
The cancellation delays a CFTC discussion of regulatory questions affecting sports event contracts and prediction markets.
Paraná lottery chief projects three-year path to multi-state lotteries
A legal challenge or state cooperation could shape how lottery operators participate in cross-state offerings in Brazil.
Slovakia prohibits most gambling during 26 April mourning period
Operators must observe the specified restriction while online games and the national lottery remain exempt.
Virginia judge rules Queen of Virginia Skill 2 falls outside state ban
The ruling affects how Virginia’s skill-game ban applies to machines using this payment method.
Brazil Senate sports committee debates restrictions on betting advertising
Any advertising restrictions could affect betting operators and the sports organisations that receive sponsorship income.
Colorado casinos report $100.6m in March revenue, up 4.9% year on year
The figures show changes in Colorado casino revenue and tax receipts, relevant to operators assessing market performance.
India’s Supreme Court adjourns Maharashtra casino law challenge
The case could affect whether Maharashtra’s proposed casino licensing framework is revived.
Kalshi files reply brief challenging New Jersey sports-contract regulation
Operators and regulators face a dispute over whether federal law pre-empts state regulation of sports event contracts.