DGOJ opens €1.68m grants for gambling-harm research in Spain
Researchers and eligible applicants have until 18 May to seek funding for gambling-harm studies.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
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KRA requires Kenyan betting firms to remit taxes daily via M-Pesa
Betting operators must integrate tax and payment systems to meet daily remittance deadlines.
Lotteritilsynet explains Norway’s rules for small lotteries and bazaars
Community organisers can run eligible lotteries without prior notice, but must observe the turnover cap and restrictions.
Source: Lotteritilsynet (Norway)
Ghana government approves 10% tax on gambling winnings
The reported taxes would affect both operators’ revenue and the amounts paid to winning customers.
German gaming trade group cites study estimating 50,000 illegal machines
The reported estimates frame the scale of illegal machine gambling against the regulated market for German operators and enforcement bodies.
Maryland Lottery and Gaming reports $176.5m casino revenue in March
The figures show operators’ monthly revenue and the state and education contributions tied to casino gaming.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Panama targets removal from FATF list after completing 15-point action plan
The plan includes beneficial-ownership requirements that may affect regulated entities and their compliance obligations in Panama.
AGCO reminds Ontario liquor licensees of Smart Serve recertification rules
Liquor licensees must ensure covered staff maintain valid training certificates to meet AGCO requirements.
Source: AGCO (Ontario)
ANJ publishes updated money-laundering risk assessment for French gambling sector
Operators can use the assessment to inform their individual money-laundering and terrorist-financing risk reviews.
Source: ANJ (France)
DGOJ opens consultation on proposed changes to Spanish gambling licensing rules
Operators may need to assess how the proposed shared deposit limits and guarantee changes could affect their licensing obligations.
Source: DGOJ (Spain)
Maryland Lottery and Gaming commission lists sports wagering licence hearings
The hearings concern pending sports wagering licence applications in Maryland.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
GGL says permitted operators took more than 95% of German sports betting stakes in 2022
The GGL’s findings help operators and regulators assess legal betting’s market position and whether illegal offers displace it.
Source: GGL (Germany)
GGL seeks stronger operator cooperation in German licensing procedures
Operators’ cooperation on deposits and game submissions affects the pace of licensing and access to Germany’s legal market.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Maryland sportsbooks generate $2.8 million for state in February
The figures show the taxable-win base and state contributions across Maryland’s retail and mobile wagering sectors.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Maryland casinos report $157.1m in February gaming revenue
The monthly figures show revenue and state contributions across Maryland's regulated casino market.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
ANJ makes reducing excessive gamblers' share of revenue a 2023 priority
Operators should address excessive gamblers’ contribution to gaming revenue in their player-protection measures.
Source: ANJ (France)
Panama's SSNF plans March beneficial-ownership registration sessions
Resident agents must register under Panama's beneficial-ownership framework, affecting compliance obligations for relevant service providers.
ANJ reviews operators’ 2023 anti-fraud and money-laundering plans in France
Operators need to address the ANJ’s identified improvements and requirements in their anti-fraud and financial-crime plans.
Source: ANJ (France)
Oregon Lottery records $5.3m in Super Bowl bets through DraftKings sportsbook
Oregon’s wagering figures give operators insight into participation and betting activity during the Super Bowl.
Source: Oregon Lottery (OR)
Maryland Lottery reports $441.5m sports betting handle and $2.1m state contribution
The monthly figures show operators’ wagering volumes, promotional deductions and state contributions in Maryland.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Maryland Lottery and Gaming reports $167.3m casino revenue in January
The results show operators the latest state-wide casino revenue and contribution figures for Maryland.
Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)
Panama trains officials in anti-money-laundering supervision
The training included casino-sector supervision and brought together Panama’s gaming regulator and other public agencies.
Queensland sets display rules for liquor and wine licence notices
Applicants must meet the notice specifications and maintain displays throughout the objection period.
Source: OLGR Queensland
ANJ reports €597m in online World Cup bets in France
The figures and advertising assessment inform operators’ planning and regulatory oversight of major sports events.
Source: ANJ (France)
Panama anti-money-laundering bodies hold training for designated non-financial sectors
The course covered compliance and supervision obligations relevant to casinos operating in Panama.