Illinois Lawmakers Oppose Chicago Sports Betting Tax Increase

Illinois sports betting could face more problems as city officials think about adding a new tax. Mayor Brandon Johnson has suggested a 10.25 percent tax on online sports bets in Chicago. But a group of state lawmakers is asking city leaders to carefully reconsider the plan. The lawmakers say the extra city tax could hurt […]

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Mauritius’ Stevenhills Targets SMS Betting with MUR54.7m Revenue Projection in 2026

The betting operator plans digital offering expansion after opening its 20th retail outlet in Curepipe. This signals a major movement in Mauritius’ growing gambling market. Mauritius.- Stevenhills Ltd operates as Mauritius’ leading betting company and plans SMS-based betting launch. Revenue projections reach MUR54.7m (€1.1m) by June 2026 pending regulatory approval.SMS betting service forms part of Stevenhills’ […]

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YouTube’s Gambling Promos Land in EU Legal Hot Seat

Italy’s media watchdog fined Google for YouTube videos advertising gaming sites. This sparks an EU test examining platform legal immunity when user content becomes commercial promotion. YouTube faced scrutiny Thursday regarding its gambling ads hosting practices. EU legal adviser stated platform maintains protection under EU law through a neutral, hands-off content role. Advocate General Maciej Szpunar delivered […]

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