Nigeria Supreme Court limits lottery regulation to states and the FCT
States gain regulatory authority over lottery and gaming, while the National Assembly’s powers are limited to the FCT.
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Lotteritilsynet urges banks to halt illegal gambling payments within one working day
Banks face a stated one-working-day expectation for blocking transactions after a Lotteritilsynet decision.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Nigeria Supreme Court ruling assigns lottery and gaming regulation to states
The ruling changes the stated basis for regulating lottery and gaming across Nigeria’s states.
Vienna court refers Malta’s Bill 55 dispute to EU court
The referral could affect whether Austrian players can enforce claims against Malta-licensed operators.
Nevada Gaming Commission approves sheriff checks for armed casino security staff
The process gives Las Vegas casinos an alternative route to register armed security staff while full checks are pending.
Brazil’s Senacon directive targets betting bonuses ahead of market launch
Operators and affiliates planning for Brazil must account for the reported bonus restriction and daily non-compliance penalty.
AGA reports US commercial gaming revenue of $17.1bn in Q3 2024
The figures show operators’ revenue and tax contributions across US commercial gaming markets.
ANJ president questions risks of regulating online casino gambling in France
Operators and regulators face competing concerns over channeling illegal-market activity and potential gambling harms.
Maryland commission schedules gaming and sports wagering matters
The agenda identifies regulatory matters involving Maryland gaming and sports wagering operators.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Massachusetts commission study advises against retail sports wagering kiosks
The study gives lawmakers and potential kiosk hosts an assessment of the economic and social implications of retail sports wagering.
Massachusetts commission report says regulators will seek bettor-limiting data
The reported request could affect what sportsbooks disclose about restrictions placed on bettors.
Massachusetts commission notes October sports betting report
The reported divergence between handle and revenue offers operators and regulators a view of Massachusetts betting performance.
Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reports $496.5m gambling revenue in October
The figures show operators’ October revenue across Pennsylvania’s gambling sectors, including online gaming and sports betting.
D.C. Lottery reports record $65.8m sports betting handle in October
The data gives operators and regulators a measure of wagering and revenue in the District’s sports betting market.
Seven US states report $688.4m in October iGaming revenue
The state-by-state totals and records provide operators and investors with a snapshot of online casino market performance.
Milestone Games appeals Kenyan ruling on browser speed dial ban
The appeal could affect whether gaming operators must stop using browser speed dial to promote their websites.
Massachusetts Gaming Commission reports October casino and sports wagering revenue
The figures show monthly revenue and taxable wagering activity across Massachusetts casino and sportsbook licensees.
Ontario passes law to make iGaming Ontario independent from AGCO
Operators and regulators should prepare for iGaming Ontario’s independent, board-governed structure to address the conflict-of-interest concern.
Wyoming Gaming Commission reports $1.9m sports betting revenue in October
Operators face lower revenue despite increased betting handle and a 10% tax on taxable gaming revenue.
Kansas casinos report $33.4m revenue in October, up 3% year on year
The figures show casino and sports betting revenue trends relevant to operators and state revenue stakeholders in Kansas.
New Jersey DGE reports record $213.6m internet gaming revenue in October
The record shows online gaming revenue surpassing in-person casino revenue in New Jersey for the first time outside pandemic closures.
Thailand advances proposed integrated resorts bill with gaming floor limit
The proposed bill and reported gaming-space limit would shape the conditions for integrated resort development in Thailand.
Oregon Lottery proposes changes to casino-prohibition rules for retailers
Affected retailers may need to change their food service and prepare for more objective compliance inspections.
Source: Oregon Lottery (OR)
GGL says Google Ads policy change curbs illegal gambling adverts in Germany
The policy affects which gambling businesses and comparison sites can advertise through Google Ads in Germany.
Source: GGL (Germany)
New Zealand government sets cap of 15 online casino licences
Operators face a proposed licensing cap and new conditions for advertising, age verification and compliance.