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Wynn Macau Sets $150M IP Payment Cap for 2026
Wynn Macau will pay up to $150 million in 2026 under intellectual property agreements with parent Wynn Resorts. The perpetual license ensures brand continuity while the cap aligns with previous year’s financial planning.
Ukraine lottery operators submit bids in PlayCity tender
Ukraine’s main lottery operators—M.S.L. LLC, UNL, and PJSC Patriot—have submitted applications for PlayCity’s new licensing tender. The interim licences last through martial law plus one year, while broader regulatory reforms are prepared.
Mato Grosso do Sul Launches Lotesul Site Amid Tender Halt
Mato Grosso do Sul has launched an official Lotesul institutional webpage despite the suspension of its lottery tender, maintaining transparency and project readiness while awaiting a decision from the state audit court.
Ukraine’s PlayCity issues 10 B2B licences, revokes seven
Ukraine’s PlayCity regulator has issued 10 B2B licences to resident gambling providers and revoked seven non-compliant licences. The move strengthens oversight, enforces compliance, and reduces illegal operations in the country’s growing gaming supply chain.
Vietnam authorities shut down illegal online gambling rings
Khanh Hoa police dismantled multiple illegal online gambling operations in Nha Trang, detaining 31 suspects, including foreign nationals, and confiscating 40 laptops and 112 mobile devices used to run and promote the illicit networks.
Japan Reaffirms Tax Exemption for Foreign Casino Winnings
Japan’s ruling coalition has restated its policy exempting foreign visitors from taxation on casino winnings, reinforcing regulatory certainty as the country advances preparations for integrated resorts ahead of the planned MGM Osaka launch.
Thailand Casino Legalisation Stalls Amid Political Deadlock
Thailand’s proposed casino legalisation has entered a political standstill after parliament’s dissolution and the shift to a caretaker government, delaying progress on the Entertainment Complex Bill until at least 2026.
Turkey Suspends 30 Match Observers in Betting Probe
Turkey’s illegal betting crackdown has intensified as the TFF imposed precautionary suspensions on 30 match observers, while prosecutors expanded a parallel criminal investigation involving officials, players, and suspected betting-linked misconduct.
Bulgaria Launches AML Taskforce to Exit FATF Grey List
Bulgaria has formed a specialised AML taskforce within its National Police to improve coordination against financial crime, tighten gambling oversight and accelerate reforms aimed at exiting the FATF grey list.
Vietnam Moves to Tighten Betting Rules and ID Controls
Vietnam is advancing major gambling reforms that mandate full bettor identification, retain strict daily betting limits, expand eligible football competitions, and introduce a tightly controlled pilot scheme for licensed operators under enhanced anti-money laundering oversight.
Fecoljuegos Criticizes Colombia’s 19% Online Gaming Tax
Fecoljuegos has raised concerns over Colombia’s 19% tax on online gaming deposits, arguing it distorts market dynamics, harms licensed operators, and risks accelerating player migration to illegal gambling platforms.
Paraguay Modernises Gambling Law Amid Digital Growth
Paraguay has overhauled its gambling law to strengthen oversight, integrate digital gaming, and restructure CONAJZAR, with experts highlighting strong growth prospects alongside early implementation and coordination challenges.