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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

India’s Supreme Court Reviews CASC Petition on Gambling Apps Ban

Chief Justice B.R. Gavai led the bench hearing CASC’s petition urging ministries to align with the recently passed Online Gaming Act.
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Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Sri Lanka Aims to Launch Gambling Regulatory Authority by June 2026

Sri Lanka’s GRA establishes unified regulation of land-based and online gambling amid rising taxes, with up to 70% of casino activity now digital.
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People Using Their Phones
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Italy to Cut Online Betting Platforms from 407 to 52 in Regulatory Shift

Under the new framework, 46 companies will hold 52 licenses and must remain compliant with ADM’s “one domain per license” regulation.
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William Hill Betting Shop
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Evoke Considers Major UK Shop Closures Over Proposed Gambling Tax Hike

Evoke plc, which owns William Hill, 888, and Mr Green, is preparing to close 9-15% of its 1,300 UK betting shops, potentially affecting 1,500 jobs.
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Willemstad, Curacao
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Curacao Gaming Authority in Crisis as Full Board Quits and PM Assumes Control

PM Gilmar Pisas assumes leadership of the Curacao Gaming Authority amid the entire board's resignation, casting doubt on long-awaited reforms.
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Two People Shaking Hands in Agreement
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Allwyn and OPAP €16 Billion Merger Creates Global Lottery Powerhouse

Both companies’ boards of directors approve the merger, which consolidates assets into a multinational entity listed on the Athens Stock Exchange.
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Someone Playing a Gaming Machine
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Thailand Advances First Gaming Law to Regulate Gambling-Like Features

If enacted, the new law will enable the Cyber Crime Bureau to suspend unregistered games and conduct safety, fairness, and transparency audits.
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A Street in Macau
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Macau Casino Revenue Hits MOP5.5B Record in October, Boosted by Golden Week

Macau casinos hit MOP5.5 billion thanks to Golden Week, with 790,000 visitors in the first five days, topping tourism authorities’ forecast of 750,000.
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Poker Cards, Chips, and Dice
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India Announced Draft Framework to Regulate Online Gaming Sector

Following the real money gaming ban in August, India has drafted a new set of rules open to public consultation until October 31, 2025.
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Aerial View of Al Marjan Island with Fireworks Display
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

RAK Launches Billion-Dirham Highway to Connect Landmark Casino Resort with Dubai

Ras Al Khaimah commits over AED1 billion to Wynn Boulevard, a new road project meant to connect Wynn Al Marjan with Dubai and other emirates.
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