Brazil’s SPA extends betting operators’ payout-association deadline by three months
Eligible operators have more time to arrange the mechanism for distributing legally required betting revenue to beneficiaries.
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Brazil plans interministerial rules to address illegal betting market
The proposal could change which betting types registered operators may offer in Brazil.
Spelinspektionen reports 86% gambling channelisation in Sweden in 2023
The report sets out the regulator’s estimates of unlicensed-market reach and the targeting test relevant to enforcement.
Federal judge allows Kalshi to offer sports event contracts in Nevada during litigation
The ruling lets Kalshi continue its Nevada sports event contracts while the dispute with state regulators remains unresolved.
Maryland sports wagering generates $4.42m for state in March
The figures show operators’ March wagering activity and the state contribution generated under Maryland’s 15% tax on taxable proceeds.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Dutch MPs revise motion calling for weight to be given to KSA and addiction experts
The motion could shape how the government develops stronger duty-of-care requirements for gambling operators.
Spelinspektionen seeks broader Swedish gambling law after illegal-market review
A broader licensing test could bring more online gambling activity within the regulator’s enforcement remit.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission schedules ESPN Bet noncompliance hearing for 17 April
The hearing will address an alleged compliance issue affecting a temporary sports wagering operator in Massachusetts.
US court lets Kalshi keep offering sports contracts in Nevada during case
The injunction allows Kalshi to keep operating its Nevada sports markets while the dispute over state licensing proceeds.
Brazil Senate committee discusses bills to restrict gambling advertising
The proposals could change the advertising limits that licensed betting operators and their marketing partners must follow in Brazil.
Thai government delays first reading of casino bill as opposition calls for withdrawal
The bill’s status will determine whether Thailand proceeds with its proposed casino-legalisation framework.
Federal judge blocks Nevada regulator from enforcing Kalshi cease-and-desist order
The order allows Kalshi to keep offering sports event contracts in Nevada while its dispute with the state regulator proceeds.
North Carolina lawmakers propose ban on college and Olympic prop bets
The proposal could restrict the markets sportsbooks may offer on college and Olympic sports in North Carolina.
Illinois commercial casinos report $170.9m in March adjusted receipts
The state’s monthly figures provide operators and investors with a breakdown of casino performance by gaming category and property.
Arizona and North Carolina monitor prediction markets amid state scrutiny
Operators face uncertainty as state authorities assess whether prediction-market sports contracts breach local gambling rules.
Magnho José criticises the sequencing of Brazil’s betting regulation
The comments reflect industry criticism of Brazil’s regulatory sequence and expectations for betting advertising under the new rules.
Brazil central bank says it lacks authority to punish betting-payment institutions
The division of enforcement powers affects how authorities can respond to payment flows involving unauthorised betting companies.
Galípolo says betting customers show higher credit risk in Brazil
The findings may affect how financial and payment institutions assess risk and how the Banco Central monitors betting-related payment flows.
Ramaphosa defends SIU lottery investigation in Pretoria court
The probe’s scope turns on whether the NLC and its affiliated trust qualify as state entities managing public funds.
Brazil’s Sports Ministry sets betting-site inspection rules using Serpro’s Sigap
Operators must ensure their site branding matches the information registered with the SPA for inspection through Sigap.
Thailand postpones Entertainment Complex Bill debate amid US trade concerns
The delay leaves the proposed casino framework’s parliamentary timetable uncertain for operators and investors.
Thailand postpones casino bill’s first parliamentary reading amid trade concerns
The postponement delays consideration of proposed casino entry rules and resort requirements in Thailand.
Fecoljuegos reports 30% fall in Colombian online gaming gross revenue
Operators can assess the deposit tax’s reported effect on revenue and user spending when considering customer-retention responses.
GRAI opens consultation on proposed Irish gambling licence rules
Operators and suppliers can comment on proposed licence fees, terms and conditions before Ireland’s new licensing system is implemented.
RCC rejects complaint over National Postcode Lottery €59.7m advert
The ruling addresses how prize eligibility and point-based payout conditions may be presented in lottery advertising.