Caesars shareholders approve $17.6bn Fertitta Entertainment buyout as FTC review continues
The vote moves the largest casino deal of the year closer to closing, though federal antitrust review remains outstanding.
Igamingbusiness · +5 outlets
People Inc. withdraws $18bn bid for MGM Resorts after holding 27% stake
Barry Diller's People Inc. dropped its takeover approach but said it still sees a strong future for MGM, leaving its existing stake in play.
Cdcgaming · +4 outlets
Bulgaria proposes near-total gambling advertising ban and €100,000 online licence fee
The government is opening public consultation on Gambling Act amendments that would sharply restrict advertising and raise online operator costs.
Sbcnews · +4 outlets
UK gambling trade bodies urged to unite as new tax raid debate builds
A licensing lawyer warned fragmented lobbying weakens the industry's position as ministers weigh higher gambling taxes.
Sbcnews
Deutsche Bank: Rank Group land-based arm most exposed to UK machine games duty rise
The bank expects bricks-and-mortar operators to absorb a bigger hit than online from any increase in UK gaming machine duty.
Igamingbusiness
Betfred founder warns tax rise could eliminate UK betting shops by 2030
Fred Done's warning adds retail voices to the UK debate over higher gambling taxes ahead of fiscal decisions.
Casino.com · +13 outlets
Malta splits gaming tax into tiers from October 1
The tiered structure changes the cost base for operators licensed in Europe's largest iGaming hub.
Times of Malta
Brazil betting revenue reaches BRL9.91bn in first eight months of 2026, up 69%
Federal Revenue Service data shows rapid growth in the regulated market's first full year of licensing.
Igamingbusiness
Brazil industry associations threaten legal action over new provisional measure on betting
Operators argue that restricting licensed online casino could double the size of the illegal market.
iGaming Brazil · +4 outlets
Sao Paulo court rules against bet365 in Brazilian sports data dispute
The decision spotlights how bookmakers source and use sports data and how disputes with customers are resolved.
Sbcnews · +1 outlets
California tribal gaming contributes $26.5bn to state economy, new initiative says
Tribes are publicising their economic footprint as they fight prediction markets over market access.
Play USA · +1 outlets
Virginia lawmakers to revisit online casino legalisation in 2027 after near miss
Supporters are building a longer runway for iGaming legislation after this year's effort fell short.
igaming.org · +2 outlets
Ohio online casino debate reignites with new legislation
Fresh bills revive the Ohio iGaming fight as lawmakers in several states remain cautious on expansion.
Card Player · +3 outlets
Polymarket launches European lobbying push for financial services status
The prediction market operator is courting EU regulators in a bid to enter restricted markets.
Igamingbusiness · +9 outlets
Massachusetts casino revenue drops 3% in August
The state's monthly report shows a fall in gross gaming revenue across its three casinos.
gamingintelligence.com · +4 outlets
Michigan iGaming and Detroit casino revenue rise in August
Detroit's three casinos and Michigan online operators both posted gains, with iGaming reported above $300m.
PlayMichigan · +14 outlets
PAGCOR prepares smart table mandate for all Philippine casinos and integrated resorts
The regulator is moving to standardise electronic table technology across the Philippine market.
SCCG Management · +1 outlets
California gaming tribes urged to enlist city and county attorneys in prediction market fight
A veteran gaming attorney expects Kalshi's rehearing bid to fail and advises tribes to broaden their legal pressure.
Cdcgaming