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Oklahoma Senate Approves Bill to Legalize Sports Betting

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The Oklahoma Senate has approved a bill that could bring legal sports betting to the state, allowing both tribal casinos and the NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder to participate in the market. The proposal, Senate Bi...

Alberta Seeks to Rein in Online Gambling with New Legislation

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The Alberta government is advancing plans to regulate online gambling by opening the market to private operators, an effort that officials say will enhance player protection and reclaim revenue that is currentl...

TAB Offers $150 Million for Online Casino Licence Amid Regulatory Dispute

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A brewing dispute is unfolding in New Zealand over the government’s decision to deny TAB New Zealand’s offer for an online casino license, potentially altering the landscape of online gambling. The TAB, a statu...

Shifts in New Zealand’s Gambling Landscape: Online Casino Licenses Auctioned

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New Zealand is poised to reshape its gambling framework by auctioning online casino licenses to foreign companies, marking a significant pivot in its regulatory approach. Set to commence in February 2026, this ...

Brazil Grants 37 Permanent Betting Licenses in Regulatory Expansion

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In a notable expansion of Brazil's betting industry, the Ministry of Finance’s Prizes and Betting Secretariat (SPA) has issued a significant update in the Official Gazette of the Union (DOU). As of this Tuesday...

Maine Revokes Oddfellahs Sportsbook License, Halting Betting Operations Before Super Bowl

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Oddfellahs Sportsbook & Bar in Portland, Maine, has been forced to halt its in-person sports betting operations after the state of Maine revoked its temporary gaming license. This decision, which came as a ...

Kambi Group Secures Approval for Sports Betting Operations in Nevada

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On January 30, 2025, the Nevada Gaming Commission granted approval for Kambi Group PLC, a Malta-based sports betting solutions provider, to offer its services in Nevada. This approval marks a significant milest...

PAGCOR Cuts E-Games Fees to Strengthen Legal Market

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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has announced a further reduction in Electronic Games (E-Games) fee rates, bringing them down from 35% to 30% effective January 1, 2025. This decision is...

Italy Launches Nine-Year Online Gambling Licenses With €7M Fee and Comprehensive Reforms

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Italy has unveiled its new licensing structure for online gambling, marking the first phase of a comprehensive reform of the gaming sector. Approved by the EU’s Official Journal, the nine-year licensing regime ...

Chile Opens Nationwide Casino Permit Bidding for 2025 With Regional Quotas

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Chile's Superintendency of Gaming Casinos (SCJ) has initiated a detailed process for granting new casino operating permits, offering businesses an opportunity to participate in the country's evolving gaming ind...

Brazil Grants 71 Betting Licenses as Regulated Online Market Prepares to Launch in January 2025

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The Brazilian government has taken a decisive step in regulating its betting industry, approving 71 federal licenses for online operators as the country moves toward launching its regulated market on January 1,...

UAE Gaming Regulator Warns Against Unlicensed Operators

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The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), the UAE’s gaming regulator, has issued a strong warning to residents about the risks associated with engaging with unlicensed lottery and gaming opera...

Sports Betting Narrowly Approved in Missouri Amid High-Profile Campaigns

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Missouri voters have given the green light to legal sports betting, approving Amendment 2 by a razor-thin margin of 50.05%. With the certification of election results by the Missouri Board of State Canvassers, ...

Curaçao Regulator Poised to Announce BC.Game License Decision

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The Curaçao Gaming Control Board (GCB) is set to announce its decision regarding the license of BC.Game on Friday, December 6, according to Next.io. This pivotal determination will impact the operations of the ...