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Italian Senate Advances Bill for 2% Levy on Football Bets
The Italian Senate is reviewing Bill 1902, proposed by Senator Paolo Marcheschi, to impose a 2% levy on domestic football bets starting January 1, 2027. This revenue-neutral initiative aims to redirect approximately €230 million annually to the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) to fund youth development, women's football, and problem gambling prevention, addressing significant financial challenges within Italian football.
2026-07-07
Czech Republic Forges New Path in Gambling Governance with Cross-Operator Data System
The Czech Republic is pioneering a new model for gambling governance with its IRIS system, which enables licensed operators to share pseudonymized player data for enhanced protection. This collaborative, data-driven initiative aims to identify and intervene in problematic gambling behavior across platforms, supported by new legislation and a broader national strategy against illegal gambling.
2026-07-07
Iowa Authorizes Cease-and-Desist Orders Against Sweepstakes Casino Operators
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has signed Senate File 2289, empowering state regulators to issue cease-and-desist orders against unlicensed gambling operators, a move expected to significantly impact sweepstakes casinos in the state. This action follows a national trend since 2024 to scrutinize and regulate these platforms, prompting some operators to exit Iowa while others remain.
2026-07-06
Reno's Gaming and Tourism Surge Continues Amidst Las Vegas M&A and NBA Hype
While Las Vegas draws attention for M&A activity and NBA expansion talks, Reno is experiencing a strong period of growth with significant increases in gaming revenue and tourism, bolstered by substantial new investments and development projects across the region.
2026-07-06
Banijay Gaming Expands French Footprint with JOA Casino Network Acquisition
Banijay Gaming has acquired JOA's 33 French regional casinos to strengthen its omnichannel presence and become a land-based gaming leader in France. The acquisition, expected to finalize in the second half of this year, aligns with Banijay's broader strategy of consolidating in regulated European markets and follows its recent purchase of Tipico.
2026-07-06
Bet365 Australia Agrees to Remediation Plan Following Austrac AML/CTF Review
Bet365's Australian division, Hillside (Australia New Media) Pty Ltd, has agreed to a remediation plan with Austrac to address significant deficiencies in its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing controls. This follows a comprehensive review that identified shortcomings in Bet365's AML/CTF program and customer due diligence, with a final compliance report due by July 2027.
2026-07-06
Dutch Supreme Court Affirms Validity of Pre-Regulation Online Gambling Contracts
The Dutch Supreme Court has ruled that players are not automatically entitled to reimbursement for online gambling losses incurred before the Netherlands regulated its market in October 2021, affirming that contracts with unlicensed operators during that period are not inherently void. This decision aligns with the view that the national gambling act does not retrospectively invalidate such agreements, a stance welcomed by operators like Entain, amidst ongoing legal discussions across Europe regarding similar pre-regulation claims.
2026-07-06
Entain Divests Central and Eastern Europe Stake Amid UK Tax Hike and Polish Regulatory Hurdles
Entain is divesting its stake in the high-performing Entain CEE unit, including SuperSport and STS, a move largely driven by significant UK tax increases and long-term regulatory hurdles in Poland. The €425 million initial sale to EMMA Capital aims to reduce company debt and streamline operations, despite the CEE division's strong revenue and EBITDA growth.
2026-07-06
Oddin.gg Report Highlights Significant Growth and Maturation in Esports Betting
Oddin.gg's latest report indicates significant growth and maturation in esports betting, with bettors staking seven times more than in traditional sports and overall betting volume up 31% year-on-year. The data highlights a strong shift towards live betting and sophisticated market options, signaling a highly engaged demographic and substantial opportunities for operators.
ADI Predictstreet Gains Gibraltar Approval for Expanded Prediction Markets Amidst German Regulatory Probe
Gibraltar-licensed ADI Predictstreet has secured regulatory approval in Gibraltar to expand its prediction markets beyond football to include various other sectors. This expansion comes as the company faces an ongoing investigation from Germany's GGL concerning its advertising practices during the World Cup due to operating without a German license.
African Regulators Convene in London to Boost Collaborative iGaming Frameworks and Launch Safer Gambling Initiative
African gambling regulators, hosted by the African iGaming Alliance in London, advanced collaborative efforts on licensing, taxation, and player protection. A key outcome was the progression of "Africa Safer Gambling Week," a continent-wide initiative to promote responsible gambling through coordinated education and messaging.
2026-07-03
Dutch KSA Tightens Deposit Limit Affordability Requirements for iGaming Operators
The Dutch Gaming Authority (KSA) has issued updated guidelines for online gambling operators regarding deposit limits, emphasizing that affordability checks must solely rely on players' structural income. This move clarifies previous ambiguities and follows KSA inspections that revealed compliance issues, reinforcing the regulator's commitment to responsible gaming practices.
2026-07-03