Jefferies analyst reports Macau casino takings down 8% in early December
Traffic controls reportedly slowed Macau casino takings, while the post-visit daily revenue target shapes operators’ expectations.
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Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission reports November casino revenue of $140.3m
The figures give operators and investors a regulator-reported view of Iowa casino and sports betting activity.
UK Gambling Commission releases Wave 2 survey data from 4,657 adults
Operators and policymakers can use the participation data, but methodological changes limit comparisons with earlier surveys.
New Zealand proposes extending TAB’s betting monopoly to online markets
The proposal could change market access for online sports and racing betting operators in New Zealand.
KSC restricts gambling sponsorship on Belgian sportswear from 2025
Operators and sponsors must meet the new limits on where gambling brands can appear in sports sponsorship.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgian Gaming Commission outlines its position on loot boxes
The commission’s materials inform games suppliers assessing how loot boxes may be treated under gambling rules.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
DC Lottery joins 2024 campaign on risks of underage lottery use
The campaign informs retailers and the public that lottery tickets are not suitable gifts for children.
Nevada gaming control chair proposes sportsbook house-rules task force
A review could affect how Nevada sportsbooks explain rules that govern disputes over payouts.
Maine sportsbooks report more than $8m revenue in November
November’s market and operator results help assess Maine sports betting revenue despite slightly lower wagers.
Zimbabwe proposes 10% withholding tax on sports betting winnings
Operators may need to account for withholding on all sports betting winnings if the proposal takes effect.
New York sports betting operators report $231.6m in November revenue
Operators can use the revenue growth and wagering figures to assess market performance and compare results with leading competitors.
Analysts forecast further declines in Las Vegas Strip gaming revenue
Operators and investors face a weaker Strip revenue outlook alongside record statewide slot win.
UK minister calls for industry-wide review of gambling advertising
Operators may face coordinated scrutiny of advertising and sponsorship practices in the UK.
Maryland casinos report $158.1m in November gaming revenue
The revenue and contribution figures show how Maryland casino activity supports state funding, including the Education Trust Fund.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
KSA orders operators to stop unauthorised sports bets in the Netherlands
Operators must remove the prohibited markets and monitor their offerings to comply with KSA rules.
ADM reports €8.05bn in Italian gambling tax revenue through September 2024
The figures show operators and investors a decline in gambling tax revenue and expenditure in Italy during 2024.
UK gambling minister calls for industry action on advertising
Operators may face further coordinated expectations on advertising and safer-gambling messages.
French no-confidence vote puts proposed betting taxes and iGaming talks at risk
Political uncertainty could affect proposed online betting tax changes and discussions about introducing iGaming in France.
Wyoming representative plans online casino bill for 2025
The proposal could affect operators and tribal casinos if Wyoming considers legalising online casino gambling.
Montana Lottery reports November sports betting handle above $7.4m
The figures provide operators and regulators with state-level measures of betting activity and revenue.
Nigeria state gaming regulators discuss Supreme Court jurisdiction ruling
The ruling places gaming regulation within state jurisdiction, shaping the regulatory framework operators must navigate across Nigeria.
Ontario appeal court considers out-of-province DFS and poker play
The ruling will clarify whether Ontario-licensed sites can offer peer-to-peer DFS and poker with players elsewhere.
Norway wealth fund ethics council plans gambling holdings review in 2025
Companies held by the fund may face engagement, a public watch list or recommended divestment after the review.
PSG files Curaçao bankruptcy claim against Cbet parent
The reported bankruptcy claim and lack of a valid gambling permit put AK Global’s financial and licensing status in focus.
NSW gaming reform panel reports cashless trial results across 14 venues
Low trial sign-ups limited the panel’s conclusions, giving policymakers reason to address implementation barriers before wider adoption.