Belgium brings gambling-law amendments into force on 5 February
Operators and additional licence holders face criminal sanctions for breaches of specified gambling rules.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
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Hawaii lawmakers consider two bills to legalise mobile sports betting
The proposals could establish Hawaii’s first legal gambling market and present different structures for mobile betting.
South Africa’s National Gambling Board adviser says betting share reaches 50%
Operators and regulators must account for betting’s larger share while the board considers consumer-protection measures.
NCAA asks Ohio regulator to prohibit college player prop bets
A restriction could change which college-related wagers operators may offer in Ohio.
West Virginia sportsbooks report $6m in January revenue
The figures provide operators and investors with a measure of West Virginia wagering activity and tax receipts.
Kansas lawmakers consider restrictions on online sports betting adverts
Operators may need to change digital advertising practices if Kansas approves the proposed restrictions.
Maryland casinos report $153.2m in January gaming revenue
The figures give operators and investors a measure of Maryland casino revenue and state contributions for January.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
BetMGM says it can offer LIV Golf betting in 16 US states
The reported jurisdictions indicate where operators can offer LIV Golf betting and where BetMGM requests remain pending.
Mississippi House advances mobile sports betting bill with 12% tax
Senate consideration will determine whether Mississippi’s proposed mobile betting framework advances further.
Colorado reports record $716.4m December sports betting handle
The figures inform operators and investors about Colorado’s wagering volume, revenue and tax base.
Uganda gaming regulator launches central monitoring system
Operators face integration with a system intended to monitor gaming activity and regulatory reporting.
Virginia Lottery reports $63.6m in December sports betting revenue
Virginia’s wagering, revenue and tax figures help operators and investors assess market performance and tax exposure.
Georgia Senate advances amended sports betting bill requiring voter approval
The amendment adds legislative and voter approval steps before operators could enter Georgia’s proposed market.
Ohio reports $7.67bn sports betting handle in first year
The figures give operators and investors a measure of first-year wagering and tax revenue in Ohio.
Nevada Gaming Control Board reports $59.1m in December sports betting revenue
The figures show operators’ Nevada revenue and wagering trends across December and 2023.
ANJ publishes practical guides on identifying excessive gambling
The guidance gives affected operators examples for implementing their player-identification and support obligations.
Source: ANJ (France)
Georgia Senate committee advances sports betting bill with 20% tax
SB 386’s proposed app limit, regulatory authority and tax would shape operators’ potential entry into Georgia.
Hawaii House bill proposes mobile sports betting without tax or fee rates
Hawaii’s bill leaves tax and licensing rates unstated, while a separate proposal would permit one operator.
Kenya gaming regulator says proposed law awaits third parliamentary reading
A new regulatory authority could change oversight arrangements for gaming companies operating in Kenya.
ANJ sets 2024-2026 strategy to reduce excessive gambling in France
ANJ’s strategy prioritises reducing excessive gambling and protecting minors, requiring substantial efforts from operators.
Source: ANJ (France)
Panama’s DGI sets 1 March expiry for fiscal equipment exemptions
Affected gambling businesses must change their invoicing method by the stated expiry date.
US sports betting handle passes $300bn in cumulative wagering
The figures provide operators and investors with a measure of cumulative US wagering and tax activity.
Arizona sportsbooks take $713.6m in November wagers
The figures show operators’ wagering volume, revenue and tax base in Arizona’s sports betting market.
Belgian Gaming Commission limits EPIS checks to access-ban monitoring
The restriction defines when covered licensees may check EPIS, shaping venue and platform access-control procedures.
Source: Kansspelcommissie (Belgium)
DGOJ signs betting-market intelligence agreement with Spanish footballers’ association
The agreement gives AFE a channel to alert the DGOJ to potentially fraudulent betting linked to sporting events.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)