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Brazil puts bettor protection under the spotlight at first responsible gambling seminar

Consumer authorities, regulators and industry stakeholders gathered in Brasília to discuss responsible gambling, consumer rights and oversight of the betting market.

1 min read • Jun 18 • By Layla Victoria

Sports Minister outlines gambling problem: Brazilians see betting differently from Europe and US

Brazil’s Sports Minister has argued that many Brazilians view betting as a path to financial improvement rather than entertainment.

1 min read • Jun 18 • By Layla Victoria

Responsible Gambling Legal & Regulatory + 4 more

Portugal Q1 online gambling revenue rises to €323.7m

Online gambling revenue remained above €320m for Q1 2026, with casino products continuing to drive the majority of growth.

2 min read • Jun 18 • By Layla Victoria

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 4 more

The legal view: What can we make of the latest enforcement push in Poland?

Marek Plota tells Global Gaming Insider that while real-time blocking of illegal gambling transactions is ideal, it is not always technically feasible, with retrospective analysis remaining highly valuable.

6 min read • Jun 18 • By Marieta Lezaic

Financial Land Based + 2 more

City of Dreams Manila Foundation funds P20m rehabilitation of Baguio's Sunshine Park

Melco Resorts (Philippines) Foundation has funded the P20m redevelopment of Sunshine Park in Baguio, with the project forming part of its wider community investment and sustainability initiatives.

2 min read • Jun 18 • By Jack Found

Financial Land Based + 1 more

Pansy Ho highlights Macau’s role as cultural bridge and tourism hub

Industry leader calls for a sustainable tourism ecosystem to support Macau’s long-term diversification goals.

2 min read • Jun 18 • By Keih Ma

Financial Land Based + 1 more

Korean casino industry eyes reform ahead of rival Osaka IR opening

Industry leaders call for regulatory reform and stronger non-gaming attractions as competition intensifies.

1 min read • Jun 18 • By Keih Ma

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 8 more

Pennsylvania gaming records monthly revenue high for May, increases 3.9% to $625.5m

May was able to edge out the state’s previous all-time monthly gaming revenue of $623.1m set during January 2025, while the resulting tax revenue for the new high came out to $269.9m.

2 min read • Jun 17 • By Kirk Geller

Financial Land Based + 3 more

Atlantic City casinos help raise nearly $400,000 to fight food insecurity

The Casinos Unite Against Hunger campaign originally debuted in May 2025, having provided more than 1.2 million meals to those struggling with food insecurity in southern New Jersey.

2 min read • Jun 17 • By Kirk Geller

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 1 more

Brazil: Illegal bets pull Central Bank into enforcement debate, says Durigan

Brazil’s Finance Minister highlighted the role of the Central Bank in tracking financial flows linked to illegal betting operators as authorities continue strengthening enforcement efforts.

1 min read • Jun 17 • By Layla Victoria