The former NBA player – along with fellow NBA veteran Ed Davis – was originally indicted on illegal sports gambling charges in June, having spent time with six franchises over a nine-year career.
An estimate of the financial impact of the Government’s betting ban on sponsorship income and stadium advertising suggests Flamengo could face the largest reduction.
Senators were asked to approve a bill on gambling addiction prevention and online betting regulation, warning that the initiative could lose parliamentary status if it is not passed.
Mayor Juan Galdames Carmona says the municipality is also owed CLP1.998bn in gaming tax and has taken the matter to the regional comptroller’s office and Chile’s tax authority.
The bill would set the charge at the value of 10 minimum bets, with revenue earmarked for problem gambling prevention and treatment.
A new proposal in Republika Srpska could restrict betting shops and gambling advertising.
Macau’s airport faces operational challenges amid rising fuel costs and ongoing expansion works, while authorities look to strengthen connectivity and support future tourism growth.
Moldova has approved new gambling tax measures as part of its wider fiscal policy changes, with the sector facing increased obligations from 2027.
The Senate has closed the deadline for submitting amendments to the bill regulating the development of online gambling platforms.
Portugal’s Institute of Addictive Behaviours and Dependencies is looking to strengthen its support services for people experiencing addiction problems.