Alabama lawmakers delay public discussion of gambling expansion bills
The delay leaves lawmakers without a stated timetable to reconcile major differences over proposed gambling expansion.
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New York senator Addabbo pursues online casino legislation outside budget
Any legislation would determine whether operators can offer online casino gambling in New York.
Colorado Division of Gaming launches illegal gambling awareness campaign
The campaign may affect operators by directing consumers towards gambling venues and apps the state recognises as legal.
Star Entertainment executive regrets messages about reforming New South Wales regulator
The inquiry may shape Star’s regulatory relationship as Foster’s regret and Cooke’s departure inform scrutiny of its conduct.
Connecticut lawmakers consider allowing bets on in-state college teams
The proposal could change which college sports wagers operators may offer in Connecticut.
Zelenskyy signs Ukrainian gambling restrictions for servicemen
Operators in Ukraine must account for military gambling bans, tighter advertising rules, player loss limits and expanded addiction support.
ANJ reports French casino GGR rises 8.1% to €2.7bn in 2023
Operators face a growing casino market alongside ANJ’s call for vigilance about problem gambling ahead of major sporting events.
Democratic Alliance introduces South Africa remote gambling bill in Parliament
Operators would face a proposed provincial licensing framework and rules on online gambling advertising if the bill advances.
AGCO bars Ontario sportsbooks from taking bets on WBA-sanctioned boxing
Ontario sportsbooks must withhold WBA-sanctioned fights until the AGCO confirms adequate safeguards, affecting market availability and compliance.
OLG pays C$28.3m to Ontario gaming-host communities for fourth quarter
The payments provide operators and host municipalities with a measure of gaming revenue distributed to local communities.
Source: OLG
ANJ reports French gambling revenue of €13.4bn in 2023
Operators and investors can compare growth across French gambling segments, including online revenue, using the regulator’s figures.
Source: ANJ (France)
Louisiana sportsbooks post $37.7m revenue on 10.8% March hold
The figures show March betting volume, operator revenue and tax receipts in Louisiana.
Missouri sports betting campaign reports more than 300,000 signatures
The signature threshold will determine whether Missouri voters can decide on sports betting legalisation in November.
iGaming Ontario reports C$2.4bn revenue for FY2023-24
Operators and investors can gauge Ontario’s market scale and casino contribution from annual and quarterly wagering and revenue figures.
DC Lottery reports $15.8m March sports betting handle
The figures provide a baseline for the district as FanDuel assumes the primary sportsbook role.
KSA delays amended responsible gambling policy publication to June
Providers must prepare for most rules at publication, while IT-intensive requirements will start on a separately announced date.
Pennsylvania reports $800.7m sports betting handle for March
The figures give operators and investors a state-level measure of betting volume, revenue and tax receipts.
DraftKings sets Massachusetts March handle record at $323m
The record signals DraftKings’ share of Massachusetts wagering as operators compete for customers in the state.
Dutch MPs approve motions on online gambling advertising and casino games
Operators should monitor whether the proposed restrictions become law, since the motions do not establish that they have.
Brazil Senate committee prepares vote on land-based casino bill
The committee’s decision could advance proposed casino and other gambling activity across Brazil to the next legislative stage.
New Jersey DGE reports $1.33bn sports betting handle for March
The monthly figures give operators and investors a measure of New Jersey betting activity and revenue.
North Carolina lottery commission reports $659.3m sports betting handle
The launch figures show operators' initial wagering volume, revenue and promotional-credit levels in North Carolina.
Kentucky Horse Racing Commission reports $59.7m sports betting revenue
The regulator-reported revenue, wagers and monthly holds offer operators and investors a view of Kentucky’s early sports betting results.
Star Entertainment executives discussed legal action against NSW casino overseer
Concerns about culture and controls, alongside leadership changes, make the inquiry relevant to Star Entertainment’s casino licence suitability.
Delaware lawmakers propose up to six additional online sportsbooks
The proposal could expand sportsbook partnerships and direct part of Delaware’s tax revenue to problem gambling programmes.