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Judges Back LSLGA Authority in Oversight of Gaming Operators in Lagos
The Lagos High Court has handed the state regulator a decisive win, confirming that the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) has the right to oversee betting firms serving customers in the state. The judgments came in suits brought against Zegaming Nigeria Limited, Africa Betting Company Nigeria Limited,…
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Svenska Spel rejects claims of weaker responsible gambling focus
The state gaming operator has hit back at claims it’s downgraded its efforts to set it apart from private igaming operators with its responsibility focus. The state-run gambling operator Svenska Spel has dismissed allegations that it has downgraded its responsible gambling commitments in its corporate framework. Follo…
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Supreme Court Will Review Predictions Policies For ‘Loopholes’
Two Supreme Court justices weighed in on prediction markets this week and the ethical predicament that comes with them. Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan said “that’s already covered,” in res... The post Supreme Court Will Review Predictions Policies For ‘Loopholes’ appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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Brazil opens 45-day consultation on revised betting licensing rules
From July 27 to September 9
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New NCLGS President Al Williams will do what needs to be done to safeguard gaming
“I did what needed to be done to get a place at the table.” Al Williams, the new President of the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States, is talking about his experiences with the Civil Rights movement. But he could be talking about other experiences he’s faced, including his new role at NCLGS. Williams...…
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Kalshi Seeks Emergency Injunction to Block New York Gambling Law Enforcement
Kalshi has asked the Second Circuit for an emergency injunction to stop New York from enforcing its gambling laws against the company. The request comes as the Attorney General agreed only to pause enforcement until July 30, leaving Kalshi exposed once that deadline passes. The company wants the appeals court to act q…
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Após 12 edições, a CGS Events redefine sua estratégia no Brasil com um circuito anual especializado
Ao longo dos últimos anos, cada organização teve a oportunidade de apresentar sua proposta ao mercado e demonstrar, na prática, sua capacidade de entregar valor The post Após 12 edições, a CGS Events redefine sua estratégia no Brasil com um circuito anual especializado appeared first on BNLData.
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Nevada Lawmakers Move to Block Sports Event Contracts With New Federal Bill
Two members of Nevada’s congressional delegation are stepping forward with a bipartisan proposal aimed at shutting down sports event contracts on prediction markets in yet another chapter of the prediction vs state authority legal battle. Rep. Steven Horsford and Rep. Mark Amodei told The Nevada Independent on Thursda…
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Sweepstakes casinos US 2026: a $7.2B market that six states banned in 2026
Six US states banned sweepstakes casinos in 2026, including California, but Blask data shows the restrictions redistributed demand rather than stopping the market. Сообщение Sweepstakes casinos US 2026: a $7.2B market that six states banned in 2026 появились сначала на Blask.
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Polymarket to fight France blocks amid UK ‘Posh George’ bets scrutiny
Polymarket has vowed to fight the French gambling regulator’s block of its platform. The New York firm argues that the Autorité Nationale des Jeux’s (ANJ) block against its French online presence “targets people going to Playmarket purely for information, not to trade”. Polymarket is adamant that “most people come to …
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Florida Lottery Reveals the Biggest Winners for April
The Florida Lottery has published a report in which it outlined the biggest lottery winners for April. As usual, the report comes 90 days after the wins, per the local lottery laws, which state that lottery winners and their city of residence are public record and may be released by the Florida Lottery after 90 […]
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House lawmakers introduce bipartisan bill to ban sports prediction markets nationwide
Filed by two Nevada representatives Congressman Steven Horsford.
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Nevada regulators approve key steps in MGM, Caesars take-private deals
Approvals advance $17.6B Caesars deal
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UK gaming halls brace for business rates cuts
Andy Burnham’s new policy is expected to make gaming halls and vape stores pay for rate cuts for other businesses. UK.- The UK’s new prime minister Andy Burnham has announced a slate of new economic policies, and there’s bad news for gaming halls. It appears almost certain that licensed Adult Gaming Centres (AGCs) wil…
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Zelle’s $1bn fraud lawsuit cleared to proceed
Zelle accuses New York Attorney General Letitia James of pursuing the company for political gain. Zelle parent company Early Warning Services isn’t backing down after a New York judge refused to throw out the state’s fraud lawsuit against its peer-to-peer (P2P) payment company. Justice Phaedra Perry-Bond of a Manhatta…
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CGS Events redefine su estrategia en Brasil con un nuevo circuito anual de eventos especializados
CGS Events anunció una nueva estrategia para sus conferencias en Brasil, dejando atrás el modelo de eventos independientes para dar paso a... Leer más... La entrada CGS Events redefine su estrategia en Brasil con un nuevo circuito anual de eventos especializados se publicó primero en iGaming Futuro.
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Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland signs memorandum of understanding with the Nevada Gaming Control Board
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland recently announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Nevada Gaming Control Board. The partnership between the two regulatory boards’ partnership signals cooperation between one of the most recently established gambling regulators and the world’s longest-s…
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Missouri AG Reaffirms Gambling Machine Stance
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is under fire due to her harsh stance on video gaming terminals (VGTs), facing lawsuits alleging that she doesn’t allow bars and gas stations to defend themselves. Hanaway, however, reiterated her stance that money games where players cannot affect the outcome are illegal an…
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Another Indonesian Instagram Star Faces Two-Year Jail Term for Endorsing Online Casino
Prosecutors have asked a court to jail another young female Indonesian Instagram star for at least two years, after she allegedly promoted an online casino. Online casinos are banned in Indonesia, and courts can jail or fine anyone who uses their social media pages to endorse them. Prosecutors told the court that the …
Read summary →Massachusetts Gaming Commission Resolves PHAI Lawsuit, Begins Sharing Casino Player Data With Researchers
The regulator now allows researchers access to anonymized customer data, a requirement that it has not fulfilled since a 2011 state requirement. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has resolved a lawsuit brought by the Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) after implementing a long-standing statutory requireme…
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Kalshi Accused of Using Child Protection Bill to Push Gaming Contracts
Last week, lawmakers introduced the Facial Recognition to Protect Children Act alongside Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour. While promoting the legislation as a way to protect children, accusations have surfaced that the bill could allow prediction markets to expand further into sports and gaming. Congressman Josh Gottheimer i…
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Wise denied US trust bank charter by OCC over AML failings
The US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency rejected Wise’s application, citing AML deficiencies. Shares fell 9% to 822.60p (GBP) on Friday morning Wise shares fell 9.15% to 822.60p in London on Friday after the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) denied the payments group’s application for a natio…
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British Horseracing Authority Names Simon Cox as New Chair
The British Horseracing Authority has turned to an industry insider with decades of boardroom experience as it prepares for one of the most difficult periods British racing has faced in years. Simon Cox will become the BHA’s new independent non-executive chair on 1 October, taking on an initial three-year term at a ti…
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República Dominicana: Vuelve al Senado el proyecto de ley que regula los juegos de azar
La Cámara de Diputados de República Dominicana aprobó ayer el proyecto de ley que regula los juegos de azar en el país. La legislación, impulsada por los senadores Pedro Catrain […]
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Evolution Malta reaches £4.75m UKGC settlement over unlicensed GB distribution
The penalty centres on anti-money laundering failures that let Evolution’s games reach British consumers through six unlicensed websites,… The post Evolution Malta reaches £4.75m UKGC settlement over unlicensed GB distribution appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Buenos Aires province lawmakers propose mandatory facial recognition, session limits for iGaming platforms
Bill by Deputy Mayra Mendoza Lawmaker Mayra Mendoza
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Colombia: Petro Government proposes making VAT on online gambling permanent in a new tax reform attempt
Days before the end of his term
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LegalUSPokerSites.com Builds Interactive Vegas Strip Guide For Poker Players
An Interactive Guide To The Las Vegas Strip This highly innovative content piece, an isometric stylized map of Las Vegas’… The post LegalUSPokerSites.com Builds Interactive Vegas Strip Guide For Poker Players appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Washington seeks $225M from operators in lawsuit targeting social casino apps
Spent on virtual coins, chips and credits Attorney General Nick Brown
Read summary →Keno Vic Fined €45,000 Over Self-Exclusion Control Failures
Self-Exclusion Enforcement in Australia Keno Vic has been fined €45,000 after a self-excluded customer opened a second account and continued gambling. The… The post Keno Vic Fined €45,000 Over Self-Exclusion Control Failures appeared first on iGaming Express.
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SkyCity agrees heads of terms for Grand Hotel sale
SkyCity Entertainment Group has entered into a non-binding heads of agreement for the sale of The Grand Hotel at its Auckland entertainment complex. The proposed transaction remains subject to satisfactory due diligence and the negotiation and execution of binding sale and purchase documentation. Completion is also ex…
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Blask x NEXT.io: Top games across casual genres – crash, mines, dice and instant-win
Blask tracked casual games across 28 regulated markets over the last 30 days, ranking each genre by brand count. The post Blask x NEXT.io: Top games across casual genres – crash, mines, dice and instant-win appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →“Alcohol is no better than gambling venues,” critics tell Burnham
The immediate anger is not just about a possible new bill for gambling venues. It is about the contrast at the… The post “Alcohol is no better than gambling venues,” critics tell Burnham appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Kalshi dobra projeção e movimenta US$ 27 bi na Copa 2026
Plataforma de apostas superou expectativas de volume e usuários, mesmo enfrentando litígios regulatórios nos EUA The post Kalshi dobra projeção e movimenta US$ 27 bi na Copa 2026 appeared first on BNLData.
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UK Gambling Commission Confirms Regulatory Fines Will Flow to Treasury
The Gambling Commission has confirmed that all future regulatory settlements will be paid directly into the government’s Consolidated Fund, ending the practice of directing such money toward gambling‑related projects. The decision follows a consultation launched earlier this year on amending section 2.39 of the Statem…
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Brazil Betting Tax Revenue Nearly Doubles as Crackdown on Illegal Operators Intensifies
Brazil’s regulated betting market is generating far more tax revenue than it did a year ago, but industry leaders believe the biggest battle is still being fought outside the licensed system. Official figures from Brazil’s Federal Revenue Service show tax receipts from regulated betting climbed from BRL3.1 billion (ab…
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Gambling Commission makes final decision on where regulatory settlements should be spent
Repondents to a Gambling Commission consultation pushed back against its plans to send regulatory settlement funding to the government's central bank account.
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UN Says China Is Main Target
Demand Is Pushed Offshore The UN says mainland China’s ban on gambling has not eliminated demand, but has pushed it… The post UN Says China Is Main Target appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Lagos Court Rulings Strengthen LSLGA’s Oversight of Betting Operators
Three separate High Court judgments delivered in June have affirmed the powers of the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) to regulate betting operators whose services are available to customers in Lagos, with the court ruling against Zegaming Nigeria Limited, Africa Betting Company Nigeria Limited and M…
Read summary →UKGC Details AML, Third-Party Failures Behind Evolution Settlement
The regulator stated that the settlement resulted from inadequate AML risk assessments, weak third-party oversight, and ineffective controls. The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has published the findings of its license review into Evolution’s £4.75 million regulatory settlement. The regulator concluded that failures in…
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NLA Makes Significant Progress in Montserrado Food Distribution Program Ahead of Independence Day
Following the recent launch of its charitable initiative, the National Lottery Authority (NLA) is making significant progress in distributing essential supplies throughout Montserrado County. As the July 26 Independence Day celebrations approach, the NLA has intensified its efforts to reach every targeted beneficiary …
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Keno Vic Fined AU$75,000 After Self-Excluded Player Slipped Through Identity Checks
A Victorian keno operator has been fined AU$75,000 after a self-excluded customer managed to return to gambling by opening a second account, exposing another gap in Australia’s responsible gambling safeguards. The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) found that Keno Vic failed to stop the player fr…
Read summary →Milko Grmuša, UPIS RS: “I believe that, within five years, BGF can become one of the strongest examples of constructive regional cooperation in Southeast Europe”
Focus Gaming News spoke to Milko Grmuša, the Executive Director of UPIS RS, about the Republika Srpska market, regulatory challenges and tackling unlicensed online gambling. Exclusive interview.- In Republika Srpska, where both land-based and igaming have undergone significant development in recent years, the conversa…
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Brazil regulator opens public consultation on new betting licensing regulations
The Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA) is seeking contributions that will guide the drafting of a regulation revising the licensing procedure for betting operators.
Read summary →Polymarket to Challenge French Ban in Court Following Regulator’s Gambling Probe
Regulatory Pressure on Prediction Market Platforms Polymarket plans to challenge France’s nationwide block on its website in court after the… The post Polymarket to Challenge French Ban in Court Following Regulator’s Gambling Probe appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) Empowers Lagosians Through LagRide Nigeria Partner Programme
The Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) spearheaded a new wave of economic empowerment on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, by sponsoring the first cohort of beneficiaries under the LagRide Nigeria Partner Programme. This initiative, funded by the LSLGA Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Bashir Are, saw eight Lagosians …
Read summary →Brazil Intensifies Fight Against Illegal Betting
Revenue Growth And World Cup Impact Brazil’s regulated betting market posted a strong rise in tax receipts during the first five… The post Brazil Intensifies Fight Against Illegal Betting appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Technical Agility Reshapes iGaming Growth in Europe and LatAm
Getting a gambling license is no longer the hardest part of entering new markets. For many operators, the bigger challenge starts after approval, when they must adapt their platforms to local regulations, payment methods and player habits without rebuilding everything from scratch. That shift is becoming more visible …
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NIGC Announces $46.2 Billion in FY 2025 Gross Gaming Revenues
The National Indian Gaming Commission announced gross gaming revenues of $46.2 billion for fiscal year 2025. This figure… The post NIGC Announces $46.2 Billion in FY 2025 Gross Gaming Revenues appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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California Man Who Survived Escazú Shooting Jailed in U.S. Gambling and Tax Case
A California businessman who narrowly survived a targeted shooting in Costa Rica more than a decade ago is now headed to federal prison after admitting to operating an illegal gambling business that prosecutors say used Costa Rica as its base while taking bets from customers in the United States. Jason Noah Feinman, 5…
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Aristocrat Interactive Successfully Launches Comprehensive iLottery Solution for the Michigan Lottery
Aristocrat Interactive, under NeoGames, US, LLP, announced the successful go-live of its full-service iLottery solution with the Michigan… The post Aristocrat Interactive Successfully Launches Comprehensive iLottery Solution for the Michigan Lottery appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
Read summary →Buenos Aires Proposes Strict Session Limits and Facial Recognition for Gambling
Buenos Aires Tightens Focus on Online Gambling Controls A bill in the Argentine Province of Buenos Aires would impose stricter rules… The post Buenos Aires Proposes Strict Session Limits and Facial Recognition for Gambling appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →North Macedonia passes full state control of online gambling
The government of North Macedonia has passed the Law on Games of Chance and Entertainment Games, effectively introducing full state control over online gambling and lottery and replacing the 2011 system that allowed private participation. North Macedonia’s Assembly passed the legislation on June 29, 2026, after which,…
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Crypto.com’s OG sues Washington state after Kalshi injunction
OG is the second CFTC-registered prediction market operator to sue Washington over the threat of enforcement over alleged illegal betting. US.- North American Derivatives Exchange, the Crypto.com subsidiary that operates the OG prediction market platform, has filed a federal lawsuit against Washington’s attorney gener…
Read summary →Crypto.com’s OG prediction market sues Washington
Crypto.com’s prediction market platform OG has filed a federal lawsuit against the Attorney General of Washington and the Washington State Gambling Commission (WSGC), asking the court to grant declaratory and injunctive relief. Filed on July 22, 2026, just 2 days after a Washington court ruled Kalshi’s operations as i…
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New House bill looks to ban sports prediction markets in the US
The Bill draws a clear line between gambling and hedging and prohibits sports and casino-style event contracts on federally registered exchanges Congressman Steven Horsford and Congressman Mark Amodei introduced the Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act, a bipartisan bill to stop federally regulated trading platforms fr…
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Pennsylvania Looks Into Ways to Reduce Gambling-Related Harm
Pennsylvania is looking out to find new ways to reduce gambling-related harm, as the commonwealth is raising the alarm over the incidence of people experiencing such issues. Pennsylvania Pays Closer Attention to Problem Gambling Lawmakers are now looking into multiple ways to achieve what they want, while also factori…
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South Korea Casino Industry Pushes Back on Levy Hike, Renewal Plan
The Korea Casino Association has requested the government of South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism to revise its plan to introduce changes to the existing gambling regulations, saying that an increase in the tourist tax and a license renewal process would make it harder for the business sector to beco…
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Buenos Aires Bill Proposes Time Limits and Biometric Verification for Online Gambling
A new law has been presented in the Argentine Province of Buenos Aires to introduce more severe regulations on licensed online gambling sites. The initiative would also include features such as mandatory session time limits, daily logins, and real-time facial recognition, among others, to enhance player protection. It…
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Fertitta execs licensed in Nevada, but few details known about state of Caesars deal
Two executives from Fertitta Entertainment have now been licensed in connection to its Caesars acquisition, but neither side has said virtually anything about the transaction.
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