Victoria's Carded Play Legislation Passed
Victoria enacts mandatory carded play legislation to curb gambling harm, but delays trial to address technological and stakeholder concerns.
Kenya Bans Celebrities from Gambling Ads
Kenya's BCLB bans celebrities and influencers from gambling ads to protect minors and curb addiction. New guidelines and ad approvals.
Sri Lanka to Form Gambling Regulatory Authority
Sri Lanka drafts new gambling law to create a centralized authority ensuring transparency, oversight, and better revenue control.
Brazil Senate Approves Betting Ad Restrictions
Brazil’s new betting ad bill restricts sponsorships and celebrity use, risking regulated market and club revenues.
Ireland’s New Gambling Licences to Launch Mid-2026
Ireland’s new gambling licensing regime will begin mid-2026, with application windows opening in 2025 under the GRAI.
Nevada Approves Bill Targeting Illegal Gambling
Nevada passes SB 256 to fight illegal gambling and reclaim illicit profits from operators, including those outside state borders.
Missouri Sports Betting to Launch December 1
Missouri opens sports betting on Dec 1, 2025. Licences available for casinos, teams, and operators. Retail $250K, online $500K.
Paraguay Legalizes Competitive Gambling, Ends Monopoly
Paraguay enacts Law 7348/2025, ending the gambling monopoly and opening the market to private operators with new regulatory oversight.
Alberta is Canada’s Second Regulated Online Gambling Market
Alberta passes Bill 48 to open a regulated online gambling market, following Ontario’s lead and targeting a 2026 launch.
Oklahoma Sports Betting Stall as Bills Fail to Advance in Senate
Oklahoma’s 2025 sports betting bills hit a legislative dead end, reflecting deep divides over tribal control and market structure.
Bill to Ban Online Sweepstakes, Advances to Senate Vote
Connecticut’s SB 1235 moves to the Senate, aiming to ban online sweepstakes and lottery couriers, and expand legal betting options.
Colorado Delays Ban on Sports Betting Promotional Tax
Colorado’s ban on sports betting promo tax deductions is delayed, with millions in new tax revenue expected.
Nevis Passes Online Gaming Bill for Regulated Gambling Industry
Nevis enacts Online Gaming Bill 2025, creating a regulatory framework to boost its digital gambling sector and economic growth.
Blazesoft Faces NY Class Action Over Illegal Sweepstakes
Blazesoft sued in New York for allegedly operating unlicensed sweepstakes casinos, raising legal concerns over dual-currency gaming models.
New York Weighs Bill to Cap Daily Sportsbook Deposits
New York Assembly reviews bill to cap sportsbook deposits at $5,000, ban credit card use, and restrict gambling ads.
Hawaii Sports Betting Bill Faces Uncertain Future
Hawaii’s sports betting bill is in limbo after the House rejected Senate amendments, with time running out before the May 1 deadline.
North Carolina Proposes Doubling Sports Betting Tax to 36%
North Carolina Senate proposes raising sports betting tax to 36%, signaling major changes for operators and funding models.
Kansas Lawmakers Block License Renewals After 2027
Kansas sportsbooks may shut down after 2027 as lawmakers block license renewals. Industry braces for major regulatory shift.
Indiana Moves to Ban Online Lottery Couriers
Indiana may soon ban online lottery couriers under SB 94, which now awaits Governor Braun’s signature to become law.
EUROMAT Urges Croatia to Delay Gambling Law
EUROMAT urges Croatia to halt its new Gambling Act, claiming it breaches EU rules on mandatory notification and transparency.
North Carolina Bill Targets College & Olympic Prop Bets
Bipartisan lawmakers propose banning college and Olympic prop bets in North Carolina, citing rising athlete harassment over gambling.
Alabama HB 490: A Game-Changing Bill for Gambling Expansion
Alabama’s HB 490 aims to legalize sports betting, electronic games, and a lottery, creating a new Gaming Commission.
Hawaii Sports Betting Bill: A Historic Shift Toward Legal Gambling
Hawaii’s HB 1308 clears key legislative hurdles, aiming to legalize online sports betting by mid-2025. Opposition highlights social concerns.
North Cyprus Eyes Historic Casino Access for Turkish Cypriots
North Cyprus proposes a bill allowing Turkish Cypriots into casinos. Amendments also remove casino limits and ease location rules.