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Equine flu threatens UK horseracing events

Some races and events have already been abandoned as the threat to the thoroughbred herd continues to rise.

2 min read • May 19 • By Megan Elswyth

KSA tightens gambling supervision ahead of 2026 World Cup

The regulator has warned operators ahead of time that it will be monitoring the situation closely.

1 min read • May 19 • By Megan Elswyth

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 2 more

Spain: Basque Country mandates accredited security in gambling venues

The Basque Government has updated its rules on admission and security staff in entertainment and gambling venues, introducing mandatory accredited personnel.

1 min read • May 19 • By Marieta Lezaic

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 3 more

Spain launches public consultation on gambling ad reforms

Spain’s Ministry of Social Rights, Consumer Affairs and Agenda 2030 has launched a public consultation on proposed gambling regulations that would tighten advertising rules.

2 min read • May 19 • By Marieta Lezaic

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 2 more

Malaysia: Influencers warned over risks of promoting online gambling platforms

Consumer groups say social media endorsements could expose creators to criminal liability.

1 min read • May 19 • By Keih Ma

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 1 more

EveryMatrix gains Alberta approval ahead of July iGaming opening

The supplier will enter Canada’s next regulated online gambling market with casino content, aggregation services and platform technology.

1 min read • May 19 • By Shaan Khan

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 2 more

Bulgaria: Eurovision hit “Bangaranga” targeted in gambling trademark filing

An undisclosed local company has filed with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) to register “Bangaranga,” the name of Bulgarian Dara’s Eurovision-winning song, as a trademark for gambling-related products and services.

2 min read • May 19 • By Marieta Lezaic

Legal & Regulatory Online + 1 more

South Africa: Gauteng regulator CEO removed after forensic probe

The action comes as Gauteng’s share of South Africa’s gambling revenue has fallen sharply despite national market growth.

1 min read • May 19 • By Shaan Khan

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 3 more

Evolution initiates €2bn share buyback program, enters into €300m credit facility

The supplier’s Board of Directors approved the share buyback program on 18 May, which is expected to be completed prior to its Annual General Meeting in 2027.

1 min read • May 18 • By Kirk Geller

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US Senators look to ban gambling advertisements on social media platforms

Senators Katie Britt and Richard Blumenthal introduced the Gaming Advertisement to Minors Enforcement Act on May 18, potentially enforcing a $100,000 penalty per promotion.

1 min read • May 18 • By Kirk Geller