Maryland sports wagering generates $6.36m for state in April
The figures track operator wagering activity and the state revenue directed to Maryland’s education fund.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
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Dutch ministry releases EU correspondence on online gambling policy
The disclosed correspondence records EU scrutiny of the policy basis for the Netherlands’ proposed online gambling framework.
Ontario makes iGaming Ontario an independent agency under new act
The change separates iGO’s agency status from the AGCO while setting its governance under a provincial ministry.
AGCO sets Ontario internet gaming standards for 2022 market launch
The standards define regulatory requirements for operators and suppliers serving Ontario’s internet gaming market.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
UK health committee asks government for another Gambling Act review
The committee’s requests could inform future UK gambling policy, including advertising controls and a further Act review.
ANJ sets priorities for French gambling oversight through 2026
The ANJ’s requirements affect how the two operators monitor sales and identify customers at risk of excessive gambling.
São Paulo federal judge orders Adélia Soares to testify before betting CPI
The order compels testimony in a Brazilian parliamentary investigation into suspected illegal gambling operations.
Botswana Gambling Authority highlights responsible betting measures at Betway launch
The figures describe licensed wagering and the authority’s awareness and enforcement work, relevant to Botswana operators and regulators.
NBA urges CFTC to strengthen oversight of sports event prediction markets
The NBA’s request highlights concerns about sports-specific integrity safeguards, particularly for player proposition contracts.
KSA funds four Dutch gambling harm-prevention projects
Operators help finance the fund through a supplementary charge on higher-risk gambling products.
Nigeria’s Supreme Court ruling shifts gaming regulation to states, lawyer says
Operators may need to navigate state-level licensing as authorities implement the framework.
Brazil’s SPA clarifies GGR tax treatment for unused betting bonuses
The clarification informs operators how bonus use affects the GGR base on which betting taxes are calculated.
Oklahoma Senate leaves sports betting bills without a vote
Tribal operators and other prospective entrants lack legislative clarity on whether Oklahoma will authorise sports betting this year.
Prediction market advocates dispute whether sports contracts constitute betting
The disputed classification affects how operators and suppliers assess the legal status of sports event contracts.
Dutch judiciary highlights gamblers’ refund cases in 2024 annual report
The pending Supreme Court ruling could affect operators facing claims to repay customers’ historical gambling losses.
AGCO guide explains online regulatory submissions for charitable gaming
The guide explains how charitable gaming licensees report financial results and incidents to the AGCO.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
AGCO requires charitable gaming licensees to use iAGCO for transactions
Charitable gaming licensees must use iAGCO to file reports and manage licence-related transactions.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Paraguay enacts Law 7348/2025 to open gambling market to private operators
Private operators may enter Paraguay’s gambling market beyond the previous public-tender route, subject to Conajzar’s authority.
Gambling Commission survey finds some players distrust operator support tools
The findings and recommendations give operators evidence on reported barriers to using gambling support tools.
Conar proposes joint system with Brazil’s SPA for betting-ad advertising
Operators face a proposed referral process that could lead to regulatory measures over betting advertising.
Lottopar extends anti-money-laundering rules to all state lottery formats
Lottery concessionaires in Paraná must apply the expanded compliance and suspicious-transaction reporting requirements across their operations.
Thai prime minister defends proposed casino bill amid opposition
Thailand’s casino proposal presents potential investment and tourism benefits alongside contested safeguards and money-laundering concerns.
Macau casinos record US$2.36bn April gaming revenue, up 1.7%
The monthly figures indicate continued revenue weakness against both the prior month and pre-pandemic levels.
Florida Gaming Control Commission reports $66.7m casino revenue in March
The figures show monthly revenue trends across Florida’s non-tribal casino market.
Brazil betting representatives warn advertising limits could benefit illegal operators
The proposed rules could affect how licensed betting operators advertise and distinguish themselves from illegal businesses.