HUPIS warns Croatia's proposed gambling reforms could harm legal market
The proposed rules could change operators' venue, customer-identification and advertising requirements in Croatia.
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North Dakota House rejects ban on greyhound bets through ADW platforms
The rejected ban preserves advance deposit wagering that opponents said supports live horse racing revenue.
Brazil’s SPA updates authorised betting operators and brands
Operators and suppliers need to track which companies and brands have authorisation to offer betting and online games in Brazil.
Macau gaming law changes may increase security oversight, lawyer warns
Operators may face tighter oversight and reduced flexibility if the described legislative changes proceed.
Macau monitors casinos’ MOP118.8bn non-gaming investment commitments
The monitoring and reporting requirements affect six concessionaires’ investment obligations under their Macau licences.
Dutch court holds master licence holder liable for BK8 mirror site records
The ruling places record-keeping obligations on a master licence holder in a dispute involving an unlicensed casino mirror site.
German authorities can prosecute players for illegal online gambling
Players and operators face criminal-law exposure in Germany when online gambling is offered without a local licence.
AGCO amends lottery standards for self-serve terminals in Ontario casinos
OLG can install self-serve lottery terminals in casinos without two requirements that continue to apply to other retailers.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Thailand’s Parliament may debate entertainment complex bill by 9 April
The possible parliamentary debate marks a next step for a bill that could establish casino-containing entertainment complexes in Thailand.
Macau requires casino concessionaires to report non-gaming investment progress
The reporting requirements add monitoring obligations to concessionaires’ non-gaming investment commitments.
Thailand cabinet approves casino resort bill ahead of possible April 9 debate
The bill’s progress could determine whether Thailand establishes a legal framework for casino resorts.
Nevada casinos report $1.21bn February gaming revenue, down 9.2%
The reported declines give Nevada casino operators and investors a measure of February gaming performance across the state and Strip.
South Dakota commercial casino handle falls 10.4% to $106.3m in February
The figures show differing year-on-year trends in South Dakota casino activity and sportsbook wagering.
Brazil’s betting rules require age checks and controls, industry groups say
Operators must comply with Brazil’s current betting rules, while proposed expansion into other gambling sectors remains undecided.
Kalshi challenges Nevada and New Jersey actions against sports markets
The challenge tests whether federal regulation limits state authority over Kalshi’s sports event markets.
Interior Department reopens review of Scotts Valley casino eligibility in California
The review leaves the proposed $700 million casino’s gaming eligibility unresolved while the legal challenges proceed.
Kalshi sues Nevada and New Jersey regulators over sports-market orders
The lawsuits could clarify whether state gambling laws can be enforced against Kalshi’s sports event markets.
Jdigital says Spain’s online gambling advertising spend rose 37.3% in 2024
The reported spending and regulatory context inform operators’ view of advertising activity in Spain.
Greek Gaming Commission submits its 2024 activity report to parliament
The reported figures and enforcement measures provide operators and regulators with a view of Greece’s gambling risks and oversight priorities.
Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
Belgian Gaming Commission updates EPIS services ahead of 2025 changes
Operators and gambling establishments using EPIS SOAP services will need to move to REST before the planned discontinuation.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
ANJ mediator reports 1,541 gambling disputes in 2024
The recommendations give operators guidance on account closures, withdrawals and the handling of gambling disputes.
Source: ANJ (France)
Brazilian banks alert customers before betting transfers without blocking payments
The alerts shape how customers encounter betting payments while leaving transactions available to proceed.
Arkansas federal judge weighs Cherokee Nation casino licence dispute
The ruling will determine whether the Cherokee Nation can pursue its Pope County casino concession.
Louisiana Supreme Court voids law authorising historical horse racing machines
The ruling invalidates the law underpinning historical horse racing machines at Louisiana off-track betting facilities.
California lawsuit alleges Stake.us operates illegal gambling website
The case could determine whether Stake.us can continue offering its sweepstakes casino model to California residents.