UKGC publishes study on gambling motivations across online and in-person play
The findings provide operators and regulators with evidence on how reported gambling motivations differ by product and channel.
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Ohio governor proposes doubling sports betting tax to 40%
The proposal could increase operators’ tax burden and affect spending on areas such as sponsorships and marketing.
Cameroon directs online gaming payments through sole approved aggregator
Payment providers and online gaming companies must route transactions through the designated aggregator under the directive.
DGOJ director cites 2,961 blocked gambling sites and planned deposit controls
Operators may need to prepare for a planned system combining deposit limits across platforms.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission urges Super Bowl bettors to use licensed operators
The guidance directs bettors to licensed operators and the commission’s approved-wager information and protection tools.
UK MPs debate online slot stake limits and statutory gambling levy
Operators may face proposed age-based slot limits and levy obligations, with MPs divided over smaller operators’ impact.
Spelinspektionen reports rising gambling among young Swedes
The findings give regulators and licensees evidence on youth participation and existing player-protection measures.
New Hampshire Lottery Commission reports December casino revenue above $3.7m
The figures provide operators and investors with a regulator-reported view of revenue across New Hampshire’s charitable gaming venues.
Extremadura opens consultation on tax decree retaining 15% casino revenue rate
The consultation gives interested parties an opportunity to comment on the regional tax measure affecting casinos.
Brazilian Federal Police oppose proposed land-based gambling bill
The police opposition may affect the bill’s progress and the proposed entry of land-based gambling into Brazil.
North Carolina bill proposes gambling-loss tax deductions
The proposal could change tax treatment for operators’ customers and affect state tax revenues if enacted.
Indiana committee advances online casino and lottery bill by 9-2
The bill could alter Indiana’s online gambling, lottery and sports betting rules, including operator licensing costs and tax rates.
Connecticut lawmakers introduce six bills on sports betting rules
The proposals could change permitted markets, operator obligations and customer protections in Connecticut.
Nevada casinos set 2024 gaming revenue record at $15.61bn
The state and regional figures show operators where Nevada gaming revenue grew or declined in 2024.
UK government’s statutory gambling levy plan advances amid Conservative opposition
The proposal could change licensed operators’ costs and online slot stake limits if it completes parliamentary review.
John Keenan proposes 51% sports betting tax rate in Massachusetts bill
If enacted, the bill would materially change operators’ tax, licensing and player-wagering requirements in Massachusetts.
Rhode Island casinos report $54.6m in December gaming revenue
The figures show operators contrasting December performance in table games and video lottery terminals.
UKGC consults on gaming machine standards and testing
Operators may need to adapt to proposed machine standards, testing requirements and social responsibility provisions.
Regulus partner says NICE misapplied Gambling Commission survey guidance
The dispute concerns how clinicians and policymakers interpret gambling-harm survey figures and their population scope.
DeSantis proposes Florida ballot changes affecting gambling expansion initiatives
The proposed signature rules could make it harder for gambling businesses to pursue voter-led market expansion in Florida.
UK Gambling Commission consults on changes to gaming machine rules
Operators and machine suppliers can respond to proposals that may affect machine design, compliance requirements and implementation costs.
Catalan parliament removes Hard Rock project’s casino tax reduction
The change alters the tax terms relevant to the proposed Hard Rock casino complex.
Belgian Gaming Commission pauses sanctions over sports sponsorship sub-brands
Operators can use qualifying sub-brands without facing sanction proceedings while the stated legal conditions remain unresolved.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgian Gaming Commission limits sanctions over sports sponsorship sub-brands
Operators and sponsors can use the stated sub-brand conditions to assess exposure to enforcement under Belgium's gambling advertising rules.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
North Dakota senators advance bill to abolish Gaming Commission
The proposal would give the Attorney General responsibility for approving gambling rules without the commission’s review.