WHO urges gambling advertising ban and mandatory harm controls
The recommendations could inform regulatory proposals on advertising, product controls and mandatory player protections.
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CEASE appeals ruling allowing smoking in Atlantic City casinos
The appeal could change smoking rules at Atlantic City casinos, with consequences for worker health and jobs raised by unions.
Swedish Riksdag approves gambling data-processing amendments
Swedish licence holders will have a defined legal basis for processing customer data to detect fraud and suspicious betting.
Cramm challenges Curaçao gambling licensing powers in court
The case challenges the legal authority behind Curaçao’s online gambling licence process and seeks access to related records.
West Virginia Lottery says state is ready for online poker operators
Operators considering West Virginia can weigh the lottery director’s stated readiness against the absence of a launched poker network.
Zimbabwe introduces 10% withholding tax on gambling winnings
Operators and bettors in Zimbabwe face a new tax on gross gambling winnings from 1 January.
Belgian Gaming Commission outlines inspection and sanction powers
Operators face inspections and a range of administrative sanctions for breaches of gambling law.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Belgian Gaming Commission outlines gambling inspections and sanctions
The guidance describes inspection and enforcement exposure for gambling licence holders in Belgium.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
NCLGS proposes 15%-25% tax range in model internet gaming legislation
The proposed tax range and sweepstakes restrictions could shape state-level internet gaming frameworks if adopted.
Ontario Court of Appeal reviews cross-border online gambling proposal
The ruling could determine whether Ontario can pursue pooled international player liquidity for poker and paid daily fantasy sports.
Argentina’s Chamber of Deputies advances online gambling bill
Operators may face national advertising, promotion and age-access restrictions if the Senate approves the bill.
UKGC considers mediation over Desmond’s £200m National Lottery claim
A settlement could affect the legal challenge to the UK National Lottery licence award.
Ghana betting operators’ association calls for predictable tax policies
Tax policy and compliance requirements affect betting operators’ costs and market planning in Ghana.
Ghana Gaming Commission says it will monitor 10% betting tax
Operators and regulators may need to assess the tax’s effects before deciding whether policy changes are warranted.
Gaming Commission warns against sharing data with excluded gamblers
The warning sets out the criminal risk for people whose data could enable excluded players to gamble.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Gaming Commission warns excluded players against using another person's identity
Operators must account for the law’s prohibition on excluded players accessing gambling using another person’s data.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
Massachusetts study advises against retail sports betting kiosks
The findings could inform the commission’s consideration of whether retail sports betting kiosks are viable in Massachusetts.
Panama tax authority provides guidance on tax moratorium
The moratorium’s deadline and covered taxes affect gaming businesses with eligible tax arrears in Panama.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission weighs sports betting kiosks
Operators and suppliers may need to follow the commission’s consideration of kiosk wagering.
Louisiana reports October gaming revenue of $180.6m, up 3.5%
Operators can compare online betting growth with the sole district reporting lower gaming revenue.
Australian government reportedly delays gambling advertising reforms to 2025
Operators and media businesses face uncertainty over the timing and possible scope of federal advertising rules.
Rwanda Development Board introduces gambling policy with tax and player-protection changes
Operators face proposed changes to taxation, licensing oversight, advertising and player-protection requirements across Rwanda's gambling sectors.
New Jersey casinos report $236.5m third-quarter operating profit, down 13.8%
The figures show lower quarterly casino profitability and non-gambling revenue in Atlantic City.
Indian Gaming Association chair rejects California tribal ties with sweepstakes operators
Sweepstakes operators should not expect California tribal partnerships, and unauthorised gaming on tribal lands may face enforcement.
Mississippi Gaming Commission reports $2.9m sports betting revenue in October
The reported declines give Mississippi sportsbooks and casino operators a regulator-reported view of October performance.