California Cardrooms Saved from Blackjack Ban by Court Decision
A court has overruled Attorney General Rob Bonta, blocking his proposed measures to restrict California cardrooms.
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Belgium Gaming Commission Warns Operators Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
Belgium’s Gaming Commission, the Kansspelcommissie, has fired a fresh warning shot at operators ahead of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Brazil Central Bank Expands Fraud Data-Sharing Rules for Unauthorized
The Central Bank of Brazil expands fraud data-sharing obligations to include unauthorized betting operators.
Senator Irajá Calls for Casino Legalization to Boost Brazil's Tourism
Brazil should move forward with policy changes aimed at attracting investment, including the legalization of casinos and expanded access for foreign capital in agriculture, Senator Irajá Silvestre said during the Brazil Investment Forum in New York.
Tory Peer Criticizes Gambling Commission's Affordability Checks
The Conservative Party’s Nick Herbert criticizes the Gambling Commission’s affordability checks for the UK.
Pennsylvania Authorities Bust Illegal Gambling Operation at Social
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board enforcement agents say they shut down an illegal gambling operation at the Independent Political Club, located at 300 E. Prospect Avenue in Washington, Pennsylvania.
Spain Launches Public Consultation on New Gambling Advertising Rules
Spain’s Ministry of Consumer Affairs and the Directorate General for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ) have opened a public consultation on draft rules that would change how gambling operators advertise to potential customers, with the consultation period running until 22 June.
Brazil, US and Argentina Regulators Call for Enhanced Cooperation on
Regulators from Brazil, Argentina, and the United States emphasized the need for better cooperation to address the challenges of illegal online betting.
Minnesota Governor Signs Prediction Market Ban
After lawmakers passed a bill outlawing prediction markets with a strong majority last week, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz finally did his bit and signed the draft into law.
Hungary to Review State-Run Organization Privileges
Hungary’s new Péter Magyar-led TISZA (Freedom and Reform Party) government will undertake a review of all state-run organisations, including national lottery and sports betting firm Szerencsejáték Zrt.
Louisiana Gaming Control Board Chairman on Responsible Gaming
As chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, Christopher Hebert deals with the constantly evolving challenges in reaching and helping problem gamblers every day.
Oklahoma Sweepstakes Games Banned by Legislature
A bill to ban Oklahoma sweepstakes games will become law after state legislators again broke with Gov. Kevin Stitt on a gaming issue and overrode his veto.