UKGC reviews Allwyn UK milestone failure for possible enforcement action
The review could affect Allwyn UK’s compliance with its National Lottery contract and its transition costs.
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New York Assembly committee advances sweepstakes gaming ban bill
If enacted, the bill would prohibit covered sweepstakes games and expose violators to fines and loss of licensing.
CFTC withdraws appeal in Kalshi political event-contract case
The withdrawal leaves the court ruling in place while state-level challenges to Kalshi continue.
Ohio casinos report $94.4 million in March revenue, down 0.3%
The reported decline and revenue breakdown help operators and investors assess Ohio casinos’ March performance.
Brazilian law excludes bets on the election of Pope Francis’s successor
Operators serving Brazil must keep betting markets within the two event categories described as lawful under the legislation.
India's Supreme Court hears dispute over 28% GST on online games
The court's interpretation could determine whether operators pay GST on contest entry amounts or only on platform fees and commissions.
New York Senate committee advances Cohen-backed Queens casino bill
The committee vote advances a proposed casino project but does not secure the licence Cohen needs to proceed.
Labor retains power as Australia's gambling advertising reforms remain limited
Operators and broadcasters face continued restrictions, with further advertising rules scheduled to take effect from mid-2026.
Florida lawmakers withdraw two online gambling bills
The withdrawal leaves the proposed restrictions on sweepstakes casinos and non-tribal mobile sports betting unenacted for now.
Thailand prime minister defends proposed casino complexes
The proposal’s safeguards and legislative timing affect operators and investors assessing a possible regulated casino market in Thailand.
CFTC drops appeal over Kalshi’s US election contracts
The decision removes the CFTC’s appeal against Kalshi’s election-linked contracts, while state-level legal challenges remain.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission schedules hearing on proposed racing rules
Racing operators and participants may need to respond to proposed changes affecting track procedures and responsibilities.
Veikkaus prepares digital business for Finland’s 2027 market opening
Veikkaus is preparing its digital operation to compete when Finland’s online gambling market opens to private operators.
UK government considers restructuring department responsible for gambling policy
A change in departmental responsibilities could affect the progress of gambling reforms still pending in the UK.
Gambling Commission extends land-based reforms consultation to 3 June
The extension gives operators and other stakeholders more time to submit feedback on proposed changes to land-based gambling rules.
Brazilian senator proposes restricting betting adverts and requiring licence numbers
The proposal would change who can appear in betting adverts and when television advertising can run in Brazil.
UKGC executive praises Bingo Association engagement and extends machine consultation deadline
Bingo operators and other stakeholders have until 3 June to respond to the UKGC’s gaming-machine consultation.
IBIA reports 63 suspicious betting alerts in Q1 2025
The alert figures give operators and integrity bodies a quarterly measure of reported suspicious betting across sports and markets.
AGA reports 9% fall in US sports betting advertising in 2024
The figures inform operators and regulators about changes in sports betting advertising volume and its share of television ads.
Colombia approves esports recognition bill, pending presidential sanction
The bill’s final status affects the potential sports-betting offer of 14 online operators in Colombia.
Murcia council approves motion restricting gambling advertising and sponsorship
The motion could affect operators’ municipal advertising, sponsorship and venue-location options in Murcia.
Spain changes Basque Country gambling tax allocation and inspection rules
Operators’ tax payment and inspection responsibilities now depend on the €12m turnover threshold and their fiscal domicile.
Spain excludes casinos from business loan guarantees under economic support scheme
The exclusion limits casinos’ access to the government-backed financing described in the scheme.
Maryland Lottery and Gaming reports $162.6m casino revenue for April
The figures show a slight annual decline in casino revenue alongside higher state contributions.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
CFTC seeks dismissal of election-contract appeal against Kalshi
Dismissing the appeal would end the CFTC’s court challenge to Kalshi’s election contracts.