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Buenos Aires Province pushes coordinated crackdown on illegal online gambling

Around 200 people gathered at the Universidad Nacional de La Plata for a forum bringing together regulators and prosecutors to address the legal and social dimensions of illegal gambling.

2 min read • Apr 30 • By Milagros del Priore

Argentina: Entre Ríos Senate raises concerns over upcoming casino closure

The decision to shut down the La Paz gaming venue by June 1 has triggered legislative pushback in both chambers and reopened a wider debate about state-run gambling halls.

2 min read • Apr 30 • By Milagros del Priore

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Dutch KVA responds to gambling streamer and affiliate questions after concerns

MPs from several Dutch parties recently submitted parliamentary questions about gambling streamers, affiliates and influencers promoting online gambling.

1 min read • Apr 30 • By Marieta Lezaic

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

Mexico court clears slot machines in casinos, overturning Segob limits

Federal ruling allows an operator to introduce slot machines and expand gaming offer despite previous restrictions.

1 min read • Apr 30 • By Layla Victoria

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Kazakhstan to impose tougher penalties on influencers promoting illegal gambling

Senators are pushing to introduce criminal liability for influencers advertising online casinos and running promotional “giveaways.”

1 min read • Apr 30 • By Marieta Lezaic

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

Russian Federation Council approves gambling zone in Altai Republic

The project, which now awaits the President’s signature, is expected to boost tourism, create jobs and increase tax revenue for the regional budget.

1 min read • Apr 30 • By Marieta Lezaic

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 2 more

Q1: Brazil collects $680m from betting taxes

Federal revenue from betting more than doubles year-on-year following implementation of sector regulation.

1 min read • Apr 30 • By Layla Victoria

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Russia jails former Fonbet and Melbet CEOs for bribery and embezzlement

Former CEOs of Fonbet and Melbet were jailed in Russia, with Sergey Anokhin sentenced to 8 years and 2 months for bribery and embezzlement, while Igor Lyapustin was sentenced to 8 years for embezzlement.

2 min read • Apr 30 • By Marieta Lezaic