The Netherlands gambling regulator has fined 711 Group €886,000 for breaching duty of care obligations between 2022 and 2024. The decision follows an investigation into high loss player cases.
Norway’s Progress Party has restated its intention to replace the country’s gambling monopoly with a licensed online model. The issue has returned to the political agenda following recent parliamentary elections.
Around 50 gambling operators have applied for licences in Finland ahead of the 2027 market liberalisation. Most applicants are foreign companies undergoing detailed regulatory review.
Switzerland’s regulated lottery and sports betting turnover declined to CHF3.87 billion in 2025, with gross player yield down 3.7%. Online accounted for 24% of total revenue.
Wire Industries has received approval in principle in Gibraltar for its Wire Markets subsidiary. A prediction markets launch is planned for the 2026 NFL and major football seasons.
Ohio reported $800.1 million in sports betting handle for April, a 1 percent decline. Despite this, the regulated market recorded strong revenue growth.
Illinois approved language in its omnibus revenue bill to extend Bally’s temporary Chicago casino licence until September 2027. The move avoids a potential shutdown before the permanent property opens.
The Rhode Island Senate has approved legislation that would end the state’s current single-provider sports betting setup. The bill advances potential structural changes to the market.
US Representatives introduced a bipartisan bill to fund a federal study on gambling disorder. The proposal would use a share of sports betting excise tax revenue for up to three years.
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit has launched a market consultation before starting a tender to appoint a new gambling helpline operator.