Nebraska senator introduces bill to permit betting on college sports
The bill proposes allowing pre-match and live betting on in-state college sporting events in Nebraska.
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Schuetz predicts further federal involvement in US gambling regulation
Operators and investors face uncertainty over possible federal involvement and the pace of state igaming expansion.
Churchill Downs challenges Michigan wagering requirements in federal lawsuit
The case challenges the in-state racetrack partnership requirement affecting TwinSpires’ ability to take Michigan wagers.
Indiana casinos report $198.3m in December adjusted gaming revenue
The figures give Indiana operators and suppliers a regulator-reported view of casino and sports betting performance.
India’s Supreme Court stays GST notices against 49 gaming companies
The stay delays enforcement of substantial retrospective tax claims but leaves operators facing the demands until the court’s next hearing.
Thailand Cabinet approves draft casino law for parliamentary debate
Thailand’s casino proposal now proceeds to parliament, but remains a draft rather than law.
New York sportsbooks report $150.4 million December revenue on $2.3 billion handle
New York handle rose year over year while operator winnings fell, highlighting differing revenue and hold outcomes.
Maryland sports wagering contributes $6.5m to state in December
The reported tax contribution and wagering figures provide operators and regulators with a measure of Maryland’s market performance.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Arizona sportsbooks take $791m in October wagers as revenue falls
The figures show operators that higher Arizona wagering handle did not prevent lower revenue after promotional allowances.
KSA sets 2025 enforcement priorities for unregulated gambling
Operators and intermediaries face planned scrutiny across licensing, marketing and social responsibility practices in the Netherlands.
Brazil Supreme Court rejects LOTERJ appeal over geolocation controls
State lotteries must maintain geolocation controls to restrict participation to their territorial boundaries.
Colombia’s Petro calls for gambling tax increase to fund healthcare
A renewed tax proposal could change the fiscal treatment of gambling operators in Colombia.
Casino Golden City notifies Uganda regulator of temporary closure
Operators and regulators may need to account for the casino’s temporary cessation of operations in Uganda.
Seven California tribes sue cardrooms over alleged illegal games
The case tests how the new law applies to disputed cardroom games and tribal gaming rights in California.
Bank of Botswana urges oversight of virtual asset providers
Virtual asset providers may face stronger compliance and surveillance expectations if regulators follow the bank’s recommendations.
Indian gaming operators seek interim relief from 28% GST
The court’s decisions could affect operators’ tax exposure and the treatment of online games in India.
Virginia senator proposes online casino licences for four operators
The proposal would create a licensing and tax framework for casino operators seeking to offer online gaming in Virginia.
Maine casinos report $12.4m revenue in December
The figures give Maine casino operators and investors an update on December revenue and its year-on-year decline.
Maryland lawmakers schedule online gambling bill hearing for 8 January
The hearing will test a proposal that could introduce online gambling licences while facing opposition from existing casinos.
Parliamentary prorogation delays Canada’s proposed sports betting advertising bill
The delay leaves operators without a settled timeline for proposed national gaming advertising standards.
LOTERJ appeals Supreme Court order restricting state-licensed betting operations
The appeal puts geolocation requirements and potential refunds, lost licence income and compensation claims at issue for LOTERJ.
Erfurt Regional Court refers German online gambling cases to ECJ
The ECJ referral could shape German restrictions, enforcement and reimbursement claims in pending online gambling and sports betting cases.
Maryland casinos report $164.1m in December gaming revenue
The monthly figures track casino revenue and state contributions for Maryland operators.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Oklahoma senator proposes tribal sports betting in Senate Bill 125
Tribes and operators would need to meet the bill’s compact-amendment condition before sports betting could be authorised.
Macau records MOP226.78bn casino revenue in 2024
The figures give operators and investors a measure of Macau’s 2024 casino market against government forecasts.