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Rahm Emanuel proposes federal betting tax to fund US innovation

Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has proposed a 10% federal tax on online sports betting and prediction markets, framing it as a way to fund American innovation and compete with China.

1 min read • Apr 16 • By Jack Found

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ACMA issues formal warning after Harris Bookmaking failed to promote BetStop

The investigation was launched after the Authority received player complaints regarding marketing material.

1 min read • Apr 16 • By Megan Elswyth

Casino Marketing + 1 more

DigiPlus secures South Africa licenses, marking second international expansion

Western Cape approvals position company to enter Africa’s largest online gaming market.

1 min read • Apr 16 • By Keih Ma

Casino Online + 1 more

Broadway Platform acquires Curaçao B2B supplier licence

The approval also covers BroadHub, allowing the content aggregation platform to distribute games from more than 120 providers under the same certification.

2 min read • Apr 16 • By Shaan Khan

Land Based Appointments + 2 more

The Star names Grant Bowie as Board Observer

The appointment remains subject to regulatory and ministerial approvals, with Bowie set to join as a Non-Executive Director once those are secured.

2 min read • Apr 16 • By Shaan Khan

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

Lone Rasmussen fined over broken seals on slot machine

The Danish Gambling Authority said the machine was switched on at a Hvidovre venue before a new inspection had taken place, despite two broken seals.

2 min read • Apr 16 • By Shaan Khan

Land Based Casino + 1 more

MGM Northfield Park to close briefly ahead of ownership transition

MGM Northfield Park is set for a brief closure later this month as it transitions to a new owner, marking the latest chapter in the Ohio racino's long history.

1 min read • Apr 16 • By Jack Found

Legal & Regulatory Online

Ukraine launches a fully online gambling licensing system

A Kantar study, commissioned by the Association of Ukrainian Gambling Operators, has found that gambling addiction among Ukrainian military personnel is roughly the same as in the general population

1 min read • Apr 16 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Land Based Horseracing + 2 more

Hong Kong Jockey Club hosts combined ‘Racing with Rugby’ event

Fans of horseracing and rugby were brought together for a full day and night of festivities and sports.

2 min read • Apr 16 • By Megan Elswyth

Financial Online + 1 more

Entain reports 3% revenue rise as shares climb after Q1 update

The operator reported stronger-than-expected online growth in the UK and Australia, while analysts pointed to volume momentum despite customer-friendly sports results.

2 min read • Apr 16 • By Shaan Khan