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FinCEN Issues Warning On Terrorism Financing

Payments firms must look out for red flags indicating that they are being used to transfer funds to terrorist group ISIS and its global affiliates, US Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has said.
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European Commission Accuses 13 Member States Of Missing DORA Deadline

The European Commission has launched infringement proceedings against 13 EU member states for failing to fully transpose the flagship Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) into national law by the January 17 deadline.
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Trump Administration To Scrap Corporate Transparency Act For US Citizens, Companies

In the latest twist to the rollout of the Corporate Transparency Act, the Trump administration has vowed to exempt US citizens and companies from its controversial beneficial ownership reporting requirements.
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SEC Issues Staff Statement On Meme Coins, Describes Them As 'Collectibles'

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced that meme coins, such as the one issued by President Trump, are akin to "collectibles" and will not be considered "securities".
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UK Gambling Minister Warns of Further Action On White-Label Companies

The new British gambling minister said she is reviewing the controversial practice of online gambling operators who use white label arrangements to market to gambling licensees outside the country.
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Gambling

Tether Withdraws Euro Stablecoin, Promising MiCA-Compliant Alternatives

Tether has announced that it will discontinue support for EURT, its euro stablecoin, but has said it plans to launch a replacement using an advanced technology solution.
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Payments

Rush Street Interactive Eyeing Expansion Opportunities In Latin America

Rush Street Interactive has targeted Brazil to launch its RushBet brand next year as it continues to try and extend the companys presence in Latin America through new market opportunities.
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Gambling

U.S. Sports-Betting Industry Facing Fight To Avoid Tax Increases In 2025

Industry lobbyists warn that sports-betting tax rates will continue to be a hot topic in 2025, especially in those states facing significant budget deficits.
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Gambling

Peru Compliance Deadline Shifts Again

Perus deadline for approved online gambling operators to register their platforms and game providers and submit technical approvals has come and gone without any formal recognition from the regulator.
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Gambling

Cura癟ao Regulator Addresses Raft Of Allegations

Cura癟ao's Gaming Control Board has responded to a raft of allegations regarding the countrys licensing reforms, including denying assertions it embezzled money and refuting claims it lacks the authority to grant licences.
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Gambling

US Election 2024: What To Expect For The US Payments Industry?

In the second part of this election series, 蹤獲鱉鱉 looks at the impact for the payments industry in both potential outcomes, including key areas such as fraud, card fees and crypto-assets.
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Payments

New Finland Draft Will Accelerate Market Opening

Finland has released an updated draft of its monopoly-ending gambling law, revealing an intent to open the market six months earlier than planned.
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Gambling

US Election 2024: How A Trump Win Could Affect The CFPB

In the first of a two-part report, 蹤獲鱉鱉 looks at what the impact of a second term for President Donald Trump will be on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the US federal consumer protection agency.
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Payments

ECB Calls For Expressions Of Interest In Digital Euro Innovation Partnerships

As momentum builds around the potential launch of a digital euro, the European Central Bank (ECB) is seeking expertise from across the eurozone to collaborate on shaping the future of digital currency.
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Payments

Online Betting Back In Brazil Senate Spotlight

Brazils Senate could still approve a sweeping expansion of land-based gaming this year, even as senators form a special commission to review additional restrictions for online gambling, according to a key lawmaker.
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Gambling

Brazil's Pix: Mandate For Recurring Payments Feature Goes Live

Financial institutions that participate in Brazils Pix instant payment system must now offer their customers the ability to set up recurring payments, using a feature known as Pix Agendado.
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Payments

France Considers Legalising Online Casino Games

A government-backed amendment to Frances 2025 budgetwould legalise online casinos and tax them at 55.6 percent of revenue, in a move that has enraged land-based casino operators.
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Gambling

Regulatory Influencer: BNPL Rules Come To the UK

The UKs new Labour government has launched a public consultation on proposals to regulate buy now, pay later (BNPL) companies under the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The plan aims to apply the Consumer Credit Act to these services, ensuring that consumers receive clear information, avoid unaffordable borrowing, and have stronger rights in case of disputes.
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Payments

BNPL Firms Enthusiastic As UK Government Unveils Legislation

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) firms and other stakeholders have applauded the UKs new Labour government for introducing regulation that will bring firms into the scope of supervision from the Financial Conduct Authority.
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Payments

Ireland's Next Steps After Passing Historic Gambling Law

With one final minor hurdle to clear, Irelands new era of gambling regulation is on the cusp of finally commencing, but a clear timeline for its next steps is still unclear.
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Gambling

Election 2024: What's At Stake For U.S. Gaming Industry

With less than three weeks left until voters go to the polls to determine who resides in the White House for the next four years, down-ballot in several states will be initiatives that will directly impact the gaming industry.
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Gambling

EU Authorities Challenge Commissions Changes To DORA And MiCA Standards

The European Commissions positions on aspects of implementing both the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulation have prompted a backlash from key European regulators.
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Payments

Ireland's New Gambling Law Finally Passed

Irelands long-awaited Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 has finally been approved by lawmakers, 68 years after Irelands current primary gambling law was introduced.
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Gambling

Sweepstakes In The Spotlight For U.S. Gaming Industry

Regulated gaming companies, suppliers and investors are receiving conflicting advice to embrace opportunities in sweepstakes gaming, but also wake up to the regulatory risks of participating in the fast-growing sector.
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Prohibition Of Internet Sweeps Cafes In U.S. Followed By Emergence Of Online Sweepstakes

The rise of online sweepstakes casinos in the U.S. has become a serious issue for state gaming regulators, as they believe the offshore, unregulated websites are illegal gambling operations.
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Swedish Duty Of Care Fine Raises Questions About Legal Expectations

Videoslots will appeal the Swedish Gambling Authority's decision to issue it with a warning and a SEK11m (1.1m) fine, arguing it raises questions about existing legal expectations on licensees regarding duty of care requirements.
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News In Brief: April 21-April 25, 2025

Kalshi files suit in Maryland as it looks to stop state regulators from taking enforcement action, Borgata Casino fined more than $450,000 in New Jersey, the executive director of the Texas Lottery Commission resigns and Nevada Gaming Control Board names new incoming chairman.
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MGM, Resorts World Still Seen As Favorites For New York Casino License

New York is still several months away from granting three downstate casino licenses, but investors and analysts believe there is effectively only one license up for grabs in the largest untapped gaming market in the northeast United States.
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Online Betting Staying In Brazil Senate Spotlight

Barely more than a year after approving a federal law to regulate online gambling, Brazils Senate is now considering whether to restrict or ban advertising and impose further limits on newly licensed operators.
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Complaints About Payment Services Drop Sharply In Lithuania, According To Central Bank

The Bank of Lithuania has reported a dramatic decline in complaints related to payment services, with the number of grievances dropping nearly threefold in 2024.
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Judge Scraps CFPB's Late Payment Card Fee Cap

A US federal judge has thrown out a Biden-era rule capping late credit card payment fees at $8 following a challenge by the Trump administration and a coalition of business groups.
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Cracks Show In Swedish Supplier Licensing Amid Geoblocking Row

A dispute has broken out in Sweden over the use of geoblocking by licensed suppliers to prevent their content from being used on the black market, a practice the countrys regulator says is not good enough.
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AGA CEO: Prediction Market Sports Bets Violate Federal Wire Act

As Kalshi announced the launch of single-game markets for Major League Baseball, the head of the U.S. gaming industrys main trade association insisted the prediction market's sports event contracts are being offered in violation of federal law.
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North Carolina Sports-Betting Tax Hike Set For Senate Vote

North Carolina has become the latest state to put a significant sports-betting tax hike on the table, with lawmakers expected to vote Thursday to progress the legislation.
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