Internal ToTheBrain updates about casino, betting, bonuses, and iGaming.
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Lawmakers in Pennsylvania are signaling interest in revisiting the state’s gaming tax structure, prompting debate over how any changes could affect casino employment, local wage levels, and investment in brick-and-mortar properties across the state.
Mississippi’s House has advanced a bill to legalize statewide mobile sports betting while cutting certain casino taxes, aiming to address past cannibalisation concerns.
Brazilian congressman Hugo Motta has rejected accusations that he is protecting sports betting operators, arguing that the government’s projected R$30 billion annual tax take from the sector is unrealistic.
A Justice Ministry statement expresses regret over the reversal of tighter betting tax rules but signals a policy pivot toward security and integrity controls.
Slotegrator has introduced a pilot AI anti-fraud assistant designed to help online casino and sportsbook operators detect suspicious behavior faster, reduce bonus abuse, and improve risk management without replacing existing security teams or tools.
Illinois lawmakers are weighing a new tax increase on casino table games after recently lifting fees on sports betting. The proposal aims to raise additional gaming revenue but could affect operator margins, promotions, and player costs statewide.
Massachusetts’ online casino debate has escalated into a polling contest, with industry-backed and opposition-funded surveys showing sharply different public views as lawmakers approach March deadlines on three pending iGaming bills.
An upcoming industry webinar will explain how to apply for Finland’s incoming iGaming licences, with a focus on technical, compliance and responsible gambling requirements for operators planning market entry after the state monopoly ends.
Virginia lawmakers have amended a Fairfax County casino proposal to set a firm referendum deadline and create an even split of local gaming tax revenue.
Brazil’s Chamber of Representatives has rejected a proposal to further increase taxes on sports betting and online gaming, keeping current rates in place. Operators and bettors avoid abrupt cost changes, but the tax debate is expected to continue in 2026.
Virginia lawmakers advanced an online casino bill in the House, aligning it with an existing proposal but delaying any potential market launch until 2028.
The Indiana Senate has narrowly approved a revised bill that would allow the relocation of the Rising Sun casino license to the Fort Wayne area, while nearly doubling license fees to $150 million.
Regulatory changes in the UK, Brazil and on major social media are reshaping costs, margins and marketing options for betting and casino brands.
Illinois FY2027 Budget Raises Casino Table Taxes, Expands Gaming Oversight. Illinois’ FY2027 budget proposes higher casino table game taxes, a new consolidated gaming regulator, and a shift of VGT revenue as the state continues to lean on gambling to close.
How Greece quietly became a thriving European iGaming hub. As a home to some of Europe's leading operators, what gives Greece a competitive edge over more mature European jurisdictions.
A federal class-action lawsuit accuses Wynn Resorts of failing to protect customer data in an alleged 2025 breach linked to ShinyHunters, raising questions for players about data security, notification rights, and potential compensation options.
Regulatory shifts in multiple jurisdictions are redefining how operators offer online casino, sports betting, and prediction markets, with new licensing standards, tax structures, and consumer protections emerging in 2026.
The UK government plans to prohibit sports sponsorships from unlicensed betting operators, targeting visibility on shirts, venues and media assets.
Affiliate and platform executives are outlining clearer frameworks for long‑term iGaming partnerships, emphasising transparent data sharing, realistic KPIs, geo‑specific strategies, and early alignment on compliance and responsible gambling requirements.
Arkansas gaming regulators are holding a public meeting to examine casino and online sports betting partnership structures, including revenue sharing, branding, and compliance duties.
Solstaketv has announced a Solana-based platform that combines video streaming and iGaming with minimal content restrictions. The project targets creators, bettors, and operators seeking low fees, fast settlement, and fewer intermediaries in global markets.
American Gaming Association president Bill Miller has reiterated strong concerns about political prediction markets, arguing they blur regulatory lines and could undermine consumer protections in the licensed U. S. betting and gaming ecosystem.
A UK marketing executive has criticised Meta for approving online gambling ads that breach its own rules, alleging “selective blindness” toward risky iGaming content.
Virginia’s House and Senate have advanced conflicting bills on online casino legalization, cannabis regulation and public‑sector collective bargaining, setting up negotiations that could reshape the state’s gambling and labor landscape.
