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San Rafael Blocks Online Gambling on Public Wi-Fi
San Rafael’s city council has approved an ordinance blocking online gambling access on municipal Wi-Fi networks, targeting youth protection and digital addiction while aligning with broader national efforts to promote responsible internet use.
Class Action Looms Over Norsk Tipping Lottery Errors
Norway’s state-owned operator Norsk Tipping faces a potential class action after regulators confirmed lottery draw probability errors lasting nearly ten years, prompting consumer claims over misrepresented odds and regulatory breaches.
Finland Approves Gambling Reform Ahead of 2027 Launch
Finland has passed landmark gambling reform legislation, setting a phased transition toward a licensed market from 2026, with expanded advertising rules, staggered regulatory oversight, and renewed focus on channelisation and enforcement.
Singapore Tourism Grows as Casino Resorts Drive Demand
Singapore’s tourism sector showed steady momentum in November, with arrivals rising year-on-year. Integrated casino resorts remained key demand drivers, even as average visitor stays shortened and growth across source markets remained uneven.
Arizona Moves to Revoke Underdog Fantasy Licence
Arizona’s gambling regulator has initiated proceedings to revoke Underdog’s fantasy sports licence, citing its collaboration with Crypto.com and involvement in prediction markets, marking the first state-level enforcement action against the emerging betting format.
Bogotá Channels COP 89.6B from Gaming to Healthcare
Between January and October 2025, Bogotá secured COP 89.6 billion from legal gaming, including lotteries, Chance Betting, and Raspa & Listo, boosting healthcare funding while reinforcing enforcement against illegal gambling activities.
Brazil Advances Tougher Crackdown on Illegal Betting
Brazil’s lawmakers advance Bill 4044/2025, proposing stricter financial monitoring, payment restrictions and digital blocking measures to curb illegal betting, protect consumers and strengthen the country’s newly regulated wagering framework.
Brazil Blocks Online Betting for 900,000 Welfare Users
Brazil blocks online gambling for 900,000 recipients of social welfare programs, including Bolsa Família and BPC. The measure enforces consumer protection and prevents public funds from being used for wagering across licensed betting platforms.
India’s Online Gaming Awaits Supreme Court Ruling
India’s Supreme Court postponed its ruling on the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act until January 2026, leaving operators in uncertainty and shaping the future regulatory framework for real-money iGaming across the country.
PAGCOR to Launch 24/7 Problem Gambling Hotline
PAGCOR plans to roll out a 24/7 problem gambling hotline by 2026, while land-based casinos and online platforms adopt AI and data-driven measures, creating a safer, more responsible gaming environment across the Philippines.
MC Games & PlayBet Navigate Brazil’s iGaming Regulations
In 2025, MC Games’ PlayBet navigated Brazil’s new iGaming regulations, overcoming operational and financial challenges to stabilize its user base and set the stage for sustainable growth and innovation in the regulated betting market.
Macau Probes Resort Chef Over Private-Sector Bribery
Macau’s CCAC is investigating a senior Executive Chef accused of soliciting cash and gifts from job candidates in exchange for employment favours. The case highlights recurring integrity risks within gaming-sector hiring and growing pressure for stricter compliance oversight.