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Gambling Commission on hunt for CEO on £190k salary
Britain’s Gambling Commission is on the lookout for new leadership after two of its most senior figures – its Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director – departed this year. Former Commission CEO Andrew Rhodes stepped down from the role in March this year, ending a five year stint with the regulator to begin a ne…
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France Strengthens Safeguards in Gambling Ads under New ANJ Boss
France has strengthened the obligations of licensed operators when it comes to gambling advertising in the country, with the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), the country’s gambling watchdog, announcing new rules. ANJ Expects Gambling Companies to Submit Ads for Review 6 Months in Advance Pascal Chevremont, the regul…
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Everton FC striker avoids sporting ban but lands £5,000 fine for betting
Everton FC footballer Martin Sherif has been handed what has been dubbed a “fair and proportionate” £5,000 fine for breaching betting rules over 15 months. It brings to an end a saga which began in August when Sherif was charged by the Football Association (FA) for placing 61 bets on football matches between 20 Novemb…
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Enugu Moves to Regulate Gaming Suppliers in Nigeria Under Proposed B2B Framework
Enugu State has outlined plans to bring gaming suppliers into a formal regulatory structure, with a proposed B2B licensing framework emerging as one of the key developments from the 2026 Enugu State Gaming Stakeholders Forum. The event, which concluded on 8 October, brought together operators, agents and other industr…
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Colorado Man Sues MGM Grand Over Security Causing Him a Brain Injury
Denis Matthew Lanctot has filed a lawsuit against MGM Grand, alleging that a property security guard tackled him in his hotel room, causing him a mild brain injury. Undisclosed Sum of the Lawsuit The case dates back to July 5, 2024, and the events described involve security guards from the venue entering the women’s r…
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Vorcaro777: bet ilegal com nome do dono do Master usa empresa aberta por ‘laranja’ do Bolsa Família
Plataforma registrada no exterior tem pagamentos intermediados por empresa ligada a "faraó dos bitcoins" e opera após MP de Lula The post Vorcaro777: bet ilegal com nome do dono do Master usa empresa aberta por ‘laranja’ do Bolsa Família appeared first on BNLData.
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Denmark gambling reforms to be implemented between January and October 2027
The newly tabled bill is a re-submission of an October 2025 bill which covers a whistle-to-whistle ban on gambling advertisement in sports games and provides more power to the Danish regulator.
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NGB and Free State Premier’s Office Promote Responsible Gambling Across QwaQwa
The National Gambling Board (NGB) of South Africa, in partnership with the Office of the Premier of the Free State, is carrying out community activations across the QwaQwa region as part of the “EXCO Meets the People” programme. Under the motto “Play Responsibly for a Safer Tomorrow,” this joint initiative brings lead…
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Aviator Secures Court of Appeal Ruling on Use of Georgian Court Findings in the UK
Aviator has won a key appeal in its long-running legal dispute with Spribe, after England’s Court of Appeal overturned an earlier High Court decision on how findings from foreign court proceedings should be treated in the case. The ruling does not decide the wider copyright battle between the two companies, but it dea…
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Para apagar o incêndio, é preciso derrubar o prédio?
Artigo de André Gelfi destaca que a pesquisas mostram apoio à proibição das bets, mas é preciso avaliar impactos, proteção aos usuários e avanço do mercado ilegal The post Para apagar o incêndio, é preciso derrubar o prédio? appeared first on BNLData.
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Michigan targets 33 offshore operators in latest crackdown
The regulator said the operators in question were offering casino, sports betting and sweepstakes-style games without a licence The post Michigan targets 33 offshore operators in latest crackdown appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Stake wins legal right to resume Brazil operations by 25 October
The court victory for Stake marks the first for the licensed fixed-odds betting sector as it battles against Lula's prohibition.
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Brazil judge allows Stake to temporarily remain operational
Stake has been granted a preliminary injunction by the Federal Court of São Paulo to keep its Brazil website live until 25 October. Judge Cristiane Farias Rodrigues dos Santos issued the ruling, which sets a precedent in the post-gambling ban timeline set in motion by President Lula da Silva. Under the decree enforced…
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Does the PROG Act & Rules 2026 deliver a clear reset for online gaming in India?
Legal expert Aaron Kamath highlights inconsistencies in India's real-money gaming ban, but insists the market remains attractive if players can pivot to social and free-to-play models.
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UK Gambling Commission offers £190k salary in hunt for new CEO
The job vacancy specifically requires the incoming boss to deliver a return on HM Treasury's three-year investment to tackle the black market from 2026/27 The post UK Gambling Commission offers £190k salary in hunt for new CEO appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Denmark re-tables gambling bill with whistle-to-whistle advertising ban
The advertising restrictions and the new duty of care would apply from 1 July 2027, six months after… The post Denmark re-tables gambling bill with whistle-to-whistle advertising ban appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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SOFTSWISS Panel: The Real Cost of Entering African iGaming Lies Beyond the Licence
Malta, 9 October 2026 – SOFTSWISS, a global strategic technology partner to iGaming operators, has hosted the LinkedIn Live panel “Not a Cheap Bet: The Economics of Launch in the African iGaming Market”. The session brought together the Mpumalanga Economic Regulator, operator Jabula Bets, consultancy Legends Gaming an…
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“House of Horrors” Suspect Connected to Illegal Gambling Investigation
A California, US, real estate investor who has been accused of abusing children at his Arcadia mansion is also reportedly connected to a separate investigation into an alleged illegal casino and drug operation. The alleged gambling ring was located at a commercial property that the man controlled in El Monte. Sixty-si…
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Michigan Players Face Gaps on Unlicensed Gambling Sites
Michigan regulators sent cease-and-desist letters to 33 offshore gambling operators, warning players about missing protections on unlicensed sites. The post Michigan Players Face Gaps on Unlicensed Gambling Sites appeared first on CasinoBeats.
Read summary →UK Court of Appeal Overturns Aviator Ruling
Cross-Border Legal Fight Over Aviator Branding Aviator LLC has secured a favourable ruling in its UK legal dispute with Spribe after… The post UK Court of Appeal Overturns Aviator Ruling appeared first on iGaming Express.
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ENJOY Gaming adds super wheel mechanic and double chance to Diamond Slam series
The Isle of Man-licensed developer’s third Diamond Slam variant introduces jackpot multipliers and an optional bonus-trigger booster to… The post ENJOY Gaming adds super wheel mechanic and double chance to Diamond Slam series appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Read summary →Brazil Faces €12.96B Hit From Gambling Suspension
Economic Risks From Brazil’s Online Gambling Shutdown Brazil could lose up to BRL 73 billion (approx EUR 12.97 billion) in… The post Brazil Faces €12.96B Hit From Gambling Suspension appeared first on iGaming Express.
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A shot in the foot? Illegal gambling on the rise in Brazil as betting ban takes effect
Brazilian betting companies may be feeling vindicated this week as statistics showing the impact of President Lula da Silva’s shock ban on online gambling flood in – though the firms involved would likely rather still be in business than feeling vindicated. In the two weeks since Lula announced his ban on online gambl…
Read summary →Stake Wins the First Court Ruling Against Brazil’s Betting Ban, Until Runoff Day
Stake Brazil became the first licensed operator to win a court order against Brazil’s betting ban on October 8. Federal Judge… The post Stake Wins the First Court Ruling Against Brazil’s Betting Ban, Until Runoff Day appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Stake revives online betting in Brazil as court grants 25 October reprieve
A São Paulo federal judge has preserved the operator's licence for now, but declined to suspend Provisional Measure 1.394/26 for Stake Brazil The post Stake revives online betting in Brazil as court grants 25 October reprieve appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Michigan Gaming Control Board issues 33 cease-and-desist letters to illegal online operators
Operators are illegally offering online casino games, sweepstakes-style games, and sports betting to Michigan residents The Michigan Gaming Control Board has issued cease-and-desist letters to 33 offshore gambling operators found to be illegally offering online casino games, sweepstakes-style games, and sports betting…
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Former Star CEO Matt Bekier granted limited exemption from six-year corporate ban
Australia’s Federal Court has granted former Star Entertainment Group CEO Matt Bekier leave to manage a family superannuation trustee company, […]
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GLI approved to test iGaming for New Zealand’s newly regulated online casino market
GLI brings global iGaming expertise and local APAC support to operators and suppliers preparing for New Zealand market entry Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has been approved to provide independent testing services in support of New Zealand’s newly regulated online casino gambling market. New Zealand’s Online …
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Games Global strengthens US presence through West Virginia market entry
West Virginia is the fifth jurisdiction for Games Global, following Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania Games Global, a leading supplier of iGaming content, has extended its footprint in the regulated US market, securing a licence from the West Virginia Lottery Commission to roll out its product portfo…
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Mercado legal de apostas do Brasil perdeu 74% de seus usuários em menos de uma semana, mostram dados da Blask
Os sites domésticos da Índia perderam 73% de seu alcance em três meses; ainda assim, 63% de seus jogadores continuavam apostando, quase todos em sites offshore The post Mercado legal de apostas do Brasil perdeu 74% de seus usuários em menos de uma semana, mostram dados da Blask appeared first on BNLData.
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Singapore GRA Expands AI Use to Strengthen Gambling Regulation
Singapore’s Gambling Regulatory Authority, or GRA, is increasing its use of artificial intelligence and digital tools to support its regulatory work. In its 2025/26 Annual Report, the agency said technology has become a strategic part of its effort to improve effectiveness across the organization. AI Masterplan Guides…
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SBC Summit Europe builds on Amsterdam move with regulated markets focus
SBC Summit Europe will gather more than 3,000 operator representatives and gaming regulators at RAI Amsterdam from 19–21 April 2027. The post SBC Summit Europe builds on Amsterdam move with regulated markets focus first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Brazil Finance Ministry Report Details Revenue and Responsible Gambling Measures at Risk Under Betting Ban
According to Brazil’s Ministry of Finance report, the regulated fixed-odds betting market generated gross gaming revenue (GGR) of R$7.6 billion, and benefits were transferred to legal beneficiaries of approximately R$914.1 million in the first quarter of 2026. It was prepared by the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (…
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Flávio Bolsonaro Criticizes Brazil’s Betting Ban Over Legal Uncertainty
Brazilian senator and presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro has denounced the government for banning fixed-odds betting, claiming the move undermines legal certainty and will negatively impact businesses and football teams that backed the regulated market. He was speaking at a press conference after a meeting with r…
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Cambodia Begins Nationwide Casino Inspections Over Online Gambling Ban
Cambodia will begin joint inspections of casinos across the country this month to enforce its ban on online gambling within casino premises. The inspections will check whether land-based casino operators are following their license conditions after authorities ordered the end of casino-based online betting. Inspection…
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Brazil Supreme Court Ruling on Market Closure May Come After the Elections
Industry experts believe the Brazilian Supreme Court’s decision regarding the sudden closure of the country’s regulated gambling sector may come after the nation’s general election. This stance may further sharpen the opposition between President Lula and his opponent, Flávio Bolsonaro, who will likely attempt to capi…
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Aviator Regains Momentum in UK Court Dispute Against Spribe
Aviator LLC has won an appeal in its long-running legal battle against Spribe after the UK Court of Appeal overturned a High Court ruling in its rival’s favor. In a unanimous October 2 judgment, the court sided with Aviator in connection with earlier legal proceedings in Georgia. The dispute centers on whether Georgia…
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Florida Lottery Player Wins $5M from Scratch-Off Ticket
The Florida Lottery announced on October 5 that a lucky player in Hillsborough County has won an amazing seven-figure prize from one of its scratch-off games. The winner visited the lottery HQ to claim her winnings and opted to receive the lump sum instead of the annuity. Tampa Woman Scooped Up $5M from the Lottery […]
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GLI receives approval to test iGaming for New Zealand’s newly regulated online casino market
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) announced overnight that it has been approved to provide independent testing services in support of New […]
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NFL Tells Supreme Court Sports Prediction Markets Belong Under State Gambling Laws
The National Football League has urged the US Supreme Court to take up the growing legal dispute over prediction markets, arguing that sports event contracts are a form of gambling and should remain subject to state gambling laws. In an amicus brief supporting a petition against Kalshi, the league said the current leg…
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Michigan: Gaming regulators target 33 illegal offshore operators
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued cease-and-desist letters to 33 offshore gambling operators found to be illegally offering online-casino and sweepstakes-style games and sports betting in the state. In a statement issued Thursday, the MGCB also warned of the risk to players on the state’s self-exclus…
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PQ Victory Puts Quebec’s Online Gambling Rules in Play
Quebec online gambling reform gains political momentum after the PQ win, but licensing, oversight and Loto-Québec’s role remain unresolved. The post PQ Victory Puts Quebec’s Online Gambling Rules in Play appeared first on CasinoBeats.
Read summary →Nevada: Gaming regulators seek removal of NCPG resources
About two months after the Nevada Council on Problem Gambling severed ties with the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) over its partnership with Kalshi, the state has proposed removing any reference to the group in one of its gaming regulations. The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) granted initial approval …
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Jack.com weighs implications of Brazil gambling ban for operators
Platforms went offline October 6
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Australia's NT bill proposes deposit caps and inducement ban for bookmakers
$347.6 deposit cap proposed for 18–21s
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Nevada: Konami president calls Nevada a competitive gaming market
Konami Gaming President and Chief Operating Officer Thomas Jingoli has described the Nevada gaming market as among the most competitive in the world, as the company received approval for its 10th shelf renewal from state gaming regulators. The company is eligible to continue for continuous or delayed public offerings …
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Brazil: ANJL and IBJR ask courts to suspend betting ban pending public hearing
Provisional Measure No. 1,394 Justice Luiz Fux.
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Brazil betting ban court ruling likely delayed until after election
Brazilian news portal UOL reports Supreme Court Justice Luiz Fux is evaluating the timing of the decision to avoid accusations of political bias The post Brazil betting ban court ruling likely delayed until after election appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Denmark tables draft to tighten gambling ad restrictions
Denmark is gearing up for a first reading of its new gambling Bill, which introduces a number of gambling restrictions, including a whistle-to-whistle ban during live sporting events. Introduced by Tax and Growth Minister Jakob Engel-Schmidt, the legislation will be presented for first reading on 22 October 2026. The …
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Gaming regulators urge US Supreme Court to hear Kalshi case, decision could come by June 2027
Regulators join New Jersey petition
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Pennsylvania Prepares to Seize Skill Games as October 14 Approaches
Pennsylvania is preparing to crack down on the skill games sector as the stay on a Supreme Court ruling is set to expire very soon. Violators will face harsh penalties. Pennsylvania Prepares to Snuff Out Skill Gaming The Pennsylvania skill games sector has been a point of contention for years. Proponents have long arg…
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Brazil’s Coffers Could Suffer from Abrupt Online Gambling Closures
A new study by LCA Consultores has warned that the ramifications of President Lula da Silva’s abrupt provisional ban on online gambling could be significant, estimating that as much as BRL73 billion in tax contributions could be on the line over the next four years. Ban Stings on Many Levels – Financially Most of All …
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Aviator wins Court of Appeal ruling in latest battle with Spribe
The Court of Appeal has ruled in Aviator's favour on a question concerning whether findings made in Georgia can prevent certain issues from being argued in England The post Aviator wins Court of Appeal ruling in latest battle with Spribe appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Informa to Acquire Clarion Events for £2.24 Billion
Informa PLC has announced a £2.24 billion acquisition of Clarion Events from private equity owner Blackstone, marking a major strategic move to solidify its position as a global leader in B2B live events. Following completion, Informa’s enlarged live events business will encompass approximately 1,000 specialist B2B br…
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“Companies that had been hesitating are now coming to or relocating to Ceuta before the end of the year”
Interview with Managing Director of Tax Services
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Apple, Google remove betting apps as Brazil ban takes effect
No longer available
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Singapore weighs tougher safeguards for high-risk AI agents while gambling regulator widens AI use
GRA rolls out AI Masterplan
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Coinbase to close out Michigan sports event contract positions and halt new offerings by Oct. 10
Stipulation with state regulators
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