Maryland Bill Proposes Ban on Online Sports Betting
Maryland senator has introduced a bill to ban online sports betting by 2026, sparking concerns over lost tax revenue and black market risks.
Bulgaria Pushes for Unified EU Gambling Registry
Bulgaria urges the EU to create a central gambling registry to tackle illegal operators and protect players.
Brazil Supreme Court Restricts Loterj to State Borders
Brazil’s Supreme Court confirms Loterj cannot issue out-of-state gambling licenses, upholding federal regulations and fair competition.
PAGCOR Warns Against Fake Licensing Website
PAGCOR issues a warning against a fake website offering fraudulent licenses. Learn how to avoid scams and protect operations in Philippines.
Brazil Court Orders SPA to Issue More Provisional Licences
Brazil’s SPA regulator must grant seven more provisional online gambling licences after court ruling on delayed applications.
Bragg Gaming Expands into Québec with Loto-Québec
Bragg Gaming partners with Loto-Québec, bringing exclusive content to the province’s only legal online casino platform.
Indonesia to Introduce Stricter Online Gambling Regulations
Indonesia plans stricter online gambling regulations, emphasizing law enforcement collaboration to tackle illegal operators.
Parimatch Wins Trademark Dispute as Court Rejects Conspiracy
A UK court clears Parimatch of conspiracy but criticizes deceptive legal tactics in a high-profile trademark dispute.
Mississippi Senate Passes Bill to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos
Mississippi Senate approves SB 2510, criminalizing online sweepstakes casinos amid growing nationwide scrutiny.
KSA Reports Success of New Responsible Gaming Rules
KSA reports fewer high deposit limits, lower player losses, and reduced problem gambling after new gaming rules.
Michigan Regulator Cracks Down on Nine Unlicensed Casinos
The Michigan Gaming Control Board orders nine unlicensed online casinos to cease operations or face legal action.
Spain’s DGOJ Hosts AML Meeting to Strengthen AML Measures
Spain’s DGOJ gathers and host the first meeting with industry and regulatory bodies to enhance anti-money laundering measures in gambling.
Brazil’s Regulated Betting Market Sees 63.8% Channelization
Brazil’s regulated betting market generated $154M in January, but 34% of bets remained with offshore operators.
Georgia Senate to Debate Sports Betting Legalization
Georgia Senate to consider sports betting legalization via SR 131, proposing a statewide referendum in 2026.
Bodog Faces Legal Battle Over Unregulated Betting
Canadian gaming coalition takes legal action to ban offshore gambling site Bodog, aiming to protect regulated platforms and public funds.
Western Australia Strengthens Gambling Laws
Western Australia tightens gambling laws with stronger enforcement, higher penalties, and new powers for regulators.
3 Oaks Gaming Secures Certification to Expand in Romania
3 Oaks Gaming receives official certification from Romania’s ONJN, allowing it to distribute its iGaming titles in the regulated market.
Florida Gaming Commission Orders BetUS and Others to Exit
Florida regulators order BetUS, Bovada, and MyBookie to stop operating in the state, reinforcing strict gambling laws.
Spelinspektionen Updates Anti-Money Laundering Guidance
Spelinspektionen updates anti-money laundering guidance as gambling-related reports to Sweden’s Financial Intelligence Unit continue to rise.
Ohio Governor Proposes Doubling Sports Betting Tax to 40%
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine proposes doubling the state’s sports betting tax from 20% to 40%, raising up to $130M for sports facility funding.
Stake Aims for Market Leadership in Brazil’s Regulated iGaming
Stake targets dominance in Brazil’s regulated gambling market, leveraging innovation, sponsorships, and a growing presence.
UKGC Opens Consultation on Stricter Gaming Machine Standards
The UKGC launches a 16-week consultation on gaming machine standards to enhance player safety and transparency.
Ukrainian Police Raid Live Casino Studio Linked to Original Spirit
Original Spirit has been identified as the live casino studio raided by Ukrainian police over illegal gambling allegations.
Colombia Implements Temporary Online Gambling Tax
Colombia introduces a temporary 19% VAT on online gambling, aiming to raise funds for urgent security measures.