Swiss Gambling Turnover Drops to CHF3.87bn in 2025
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.
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Ohio Sports Betting Handle Hits $800.1 Million in April
Ohio reported $800.1 million in sports betting handle for April, a 1 percent decline. Despite this, the regulated market recorded strong revenue growth.
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Illinois Extends Bally’s Temporary Chicago Casino Licence
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.
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US Lawmakers Propose Federal Study on Sports Betting Harms
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.
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GCGRA Appoints Ciarán Carruthers as CEO of UAE Gambling Regulator
The UAE General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority has named Ciarán Carruthers as its new CEO. The move comes as the country expands licensed land-based and online gaming.
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MGA Urges Stricter Monitoring Ahead of 2026 World Cup
The Malta Gaming Authority has instructed licensed operators to strengthen suspicious betting monitoring before the 2026 World Cup. Other regulators in Europe and South Africa have issued similar warnings.
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Nigeria States Take Control of Gambling Regulation After Supreme Court Ruling
Nigeria’s Supreme Court transferred gambling oversight to state governments in 2024. A new reciprocity licensing model now coordinates online regulation across participating states.
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ECJ Leaves Player-Losses Disputes to National Courts
The European Court of Justice has avoided issuing a uniform ruling on cross-border player-losses claims. National courts in Germany, Austria and Malta remain responsible for liability and enforcement decisions.
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CFTC Intervenes in Rhode Island Case Over Prediction Markets
The CFTC has filed to intervene in a Rhode Island lawsuit targeting Kalshi and Polymarket, asserting exclusive federal authority over event contracts.
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Digitain Receives Denmark Licence for Live Gaming Supply
Digitain has obtained a licence from the Danish Gambling Authority to supply live gaming solutions. Denmark’s gambling market grew 12 percent year on year in Q1 2026.
