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The resignations precede a government directive for all state-run corporations to tender their resignations, allowing President Marcos Jr to reorganise the bureaucracy. Key points:  Key points:   – PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro H Tengco and the full board submitted their courtesy resignations last week – PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro H Tengco and the full board submitted their…

Fraud cases lead as police target underground currency exchange operations. Key points: – 567 gambling-related investigations in Q1 2025, up over 60% – 132 cases involved illegal currency exchange for gambling – Over 80% of both suspects and victims were non-residents As reported by Macao Daily, Macau recorded 567 gambling-related criminal investigations in the first…

Joint statement urges Senate to reassess betting ad restrictions impacting sport, with potential RL1.6bn ($0.28bn) loss cited. Key points: Key points: – Brazilian football clubs warn that proposed changes to Bill No. 2,985/23 could lead to financial and legal disruption across the sporting sector – An amendment by Senator Romário is supported as a practical…

Spain was the company’s leading market, with overall EBITDA also up 9.1%. Key points: Key points: – Cirsa has reported a year-on-year revenue rise of 12.5% to €576.7m – Cirsa has reported a year-on-year revenue rise of 12.5% to €576.7m – EBITDA also rose by 9.1%, with net debt totaling almost €3bn – EBITDA also rose…

Both entities received formal warnings under section 64A of the IGA. Key points: – ACMA has formally warned Hollycorn N.V. and Dama N.V. for offering unlicensed gambling services to Australian customers – Both companies breached provisions of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 – The warnings are part of ACMA’s ongoing campaign to combat illegal offshore…

The NRAS outlines the Island’s approach to managing risk within high-exposure industries, especially in response to threats emerging from East and Southeast Asia. Key points: – The Isle of Man has published a National Risk Appetite Statement to guide risk management in eGaming and related sectors – The move responds to international pressure, including UNODC…

Despite a long list of aspects that will be prohibited, operators will still have a chance to advertise legally. Key points: – The Senate has ruled in favour of the bill that would see restrictions placed on betting – This includes using athletes, influencers or other celebrities – It also bans operators from sponsoring referees…

Entain has recorded substantial growth in Bet Builder betting activity, with stakes more than doubling in 2024 and momentum continuing into 2025. Key points: – Bet Builder share of football bets has doubled across Entain’s sportsbook brands – The Spanish and Brazilian markets lead global Bet Builder engagement – The Champions League Final between Inter…

The two organisations aim to tackle problem gaming in Greece through various initiatives. Key points: –  A Memorandum of Cooperation has been signed between the Greek Gaming Supervision and Control Committee (EEEP) and Health Quality Assurance Organization (OHQA) – The two will tackle problem gaming through prevention, treatment and support initiatives in Greece The Greek Gaming Supervision and…

As the investigation is still in its early stages, Tore Bell, Department Director at the Norweigan Lottery Authority, has emphasised that it is “still too early to detemine what has happened.” Key points: – The Norwegian Lottery Authority has received 21 tips regarding children playing at Norsk Tipping – Early findings indicate that this is…