DGOJ opens consultation on gambling monitoring data model
Operators may need to assess the proposed monitoring data model and submit comments before the consultation closes.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
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Maryland Lottery and Gaming reports casinos’ $163.7m June revenue
The monthly figures show operators and regulators how Maryland casino revenue and state contributions changed year on year.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Austria's VwGH clarifies landlords' liability in illegal gambling cases
The ruling may affect landlords' exposure to gambling-tax liability where illegal gambling takes place on premises they control.
AGCO extends Ontario liquor-training certificate validity to 1 September
The extension gives affected certificate-holders more time to recertify before their liquor-training credentials expire.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
GGL publishes report on its 2021–2022 set-up and German market
The report provides market analysis and details the authority’s early role in regulating online gambling across Germany.
Source: GGL (Germany)
GGL reports 142 authorised providers and 45 pending applications in Germany
Operators and applicants can use the figures to understand the authorised-provider landscape and pending permit workload in Germany.
Source: GGL (Germany)
GGL offers legal German gambling providers a verification seal from 1 July
The seal gives authorised providers a further way to show consumers that their services hold German approval.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Oregon Lottery approves video lottery sales thresholds and application changes
Retailers may face terminal removal if sales fall short, while prospective operators can again enter the application process.
Source: Oregon Lottery (OR)
GGL secures court backing for German gambling advertising restrictions
Court backing supports Germany’s restrictions on gambling advertising and enforcement against unlicensed online providers.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Panama says FATF approves on-site visit after action-plan measures
The FATF on-site visit is a step in Panama’s effort to leave the grey list.
Spain’s responsible-gambling council hears presentation on loot boxes
The session addressed regulatory approaches to loot boxes and potential safeguards for minors and vulnerable users.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
Finland’s government plans to replace gambling monopoly with licensing by 2026
Finland’s planned licensing system could allow licensed operators into a market now governed by a gambling monopoly.
Kenya committee proposes 12.5% gambling excise duty in Finance Bill
The proposed rate and tax base would affect operators’ tax costs if Parliament approves the changes.
Kenya Revenue Authority onboards 87 betting firms to tax system
Onboarding is tied to daily tax collection and a stated licensing requirement for betting and gaming businesses.
ANJ reports reduced advertising pressure around 2022 World Cup betting
The measures set promotional and advertising conditions for operators in France’s sports betting market.
Kenya’s Finance Bill proposes higher taxes on betting and winnings
Higher betting and winnings taxes could affect operators and sports sponsorship funded by gambling companies.
Maryland sportsbooks contribute $4.65 million to state in May
The May figures include a controlled demonstration before Fanatics Sportsbook received its operating licence.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
ANJ mediator receives 1,373 gambling complaints in 2022
The figures and recommendations identify recurring complaint issues that licensed operators may need to address.
Source: ANJ (France)
Maryland casinos report $169.4m in May gaming revenue, down 5.2%
The figures give Maryland casino operators and regulators a monthly measure of revenue and state contributions.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Borgarting court rejects Trannel appeal over Norwegian gambling offer
The ruling upholds the order requiring Trannel to stop its gambling services directed at Norwegian customers.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
ANJ issues guidance on gambling operators’ sports partnerships in France
The proposed guidance could affect how operators structure and communicate sports partnership agreements in France.
Source: ANJ (France)
Kenya media owners oppose proposed 15% excise levy on betting advertising
The association warns the proposed levy could cut advertising spending and jobs, affecting betting and related businesses.
Mpumalanga regulator holds workshop on prohibited gambling operations
Police education on prohibited gambling operations supports enforcement work across the three named districts.
Source: Mpumalanga Economic Regulator
Malta proposes limits on enforcing some foreign gambling judgments
The proposal could limit enforcement of some player-loss judgments, while Austrian proceedings have prompted a complaint to the Commission.
ANJ reports French gambling revenue of €12.9bn in 2022
Operators can compare the differing growth trends across France’s land-based and online gambling segments.
Source: ANJ (France)