Citigroup estimates Macau GGR at MOP14.6bn in first 23 days of March
Operators and investors can compare the latest market estimate with Citigroup’s unchanged March forecast.
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Castilla y León regulates responsible-gambling commission
The commission will coordinate regional prevention policy and include representatives from the gambling industry and other sectors.
Brazil betting rules face two constitutional challenges at Supreme Court
Operators and regulators face potential court scrutiny of Brazil’s sports-betting framework while consultation remains open.
Finland presents online gambling bill to parliament ahead of planned 2027 reform
The proposed licensing system could end Veikkaus’s online gambling monopoly and establish new requirements for operators entering Finland.
GRAI plans industry consultant panel for Irish gambling standards
Operators will have a channel to contribute to the standards that will govern Ireland’s gambling market.
Massachusetts investigates Robinhood over March Madness event contracts
The probe puts Robinhood’s sports-linked event contracts under scrutiny in Massachusetts.
EGBA urges EU scrutiny of national gambling rules under TRIS
The ruling may affect whether gambling operators can be bound by national rules introduced without EU notification.
Maryland committee backs 20% sports betting tax rate in budget review
The proposed rate determines the tax burden Maryland sports betting operators may face.
KRA reports Sh24.2bn in betting and gambling taxes for year to June 2024
KRA’s reported increase, attributed to improved integration, offers operators insight into tax collection in Kenya.
EU court requires prior notification of national gambling technical rules
Operators may challenge the application of national gambling rules that were not notified under the stated procedure.
CNMC investigates SELAE over alleged lottery-sales exclusion
SELAE's retail distribution practices face competition scrutiny, while the investigation leaves the outcome unresolved.
Castilla y León approves gambling commission and raffle rules
The decrees establish a regional responsible-gambling body and clarify requirements for promotional draws.
Spain's Court of Auditors reports gaps in SELAE prize-payment controls
The findings point to control and documentation weaknesses in SELAE's prize-payment processes.
Basque Country bill allows gambling-tax rates up to 20% above state rate
Operators could face a higher tax rate on the portion of their taxable base linked to Basque residents.
Norway online casino overview cites projected 2025 revenue of $346.29m
The account discusses potential DNS blocking that could affect operators serving Norwegian players without authorisation.
Navarra publishes gambling rules setting venue hours and access checks
Venue operators face new opening-hour limits, entry checks and a 12-month deadline for real-time exclusion-register systems.
KSA reports 4.9% growth in Dutch online gambling market in 2024
The report sets out market growth and pending enforcement outcomes relevant to licensed Dutch online gambling operators.
EU court says unnotified gambling rules cannot be enforced against operators
The ruling affects whether gambling operators can be held to national requirements that were not notified through TRIS.
AGCO sets Ontario requirements for electronic raffles
Charities conducting electronic raffles in Ontario need to follow the regulator’s licensing and operating rules.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
Hawaii lawmakers advance HB 1308 to allow four digital sports betting platforms
The bill could establish a four-platform digital sports betting market in Hawaii if enacted.
Philippines exits FATF grey list as gaming compliance demands continue
Operators face continued compliance expectations alongside a proposed review of the PIGO sector.
Brazilian audit court dismisses complaint against betting regulator SPA
The decision leaves SPA’s handling of betting oversight to a separate proceeding while closing this complaint.
Brazil’s SPA sets payment rules for suspected illegal betting operators
Payment providers must identify and report suspected illegal betting activity within 24 hours.
Louisiana Gaming Control Board reports February gaming revenue of $198.2m
The figures give operators and investors a regulator-reported view of Louisiana gaming and sports betting performance.
German court rules against GGL use of gambling law for IP blocking
The ruling limits the legal basis for the GGL to block offshore gambling sites by IP address.