Regulatory news. Week №16

🇺🇸 Hawaii debates sports betting bill. Bill HB 1308 on digital sports betting has been sent to a conference committee due to inter-chamber disagreements. Key issues include taxation, licensing, and regulatory oversight. A final decision is expected by May 2.

🇳🇱 Betsson ordered to pay Dutch customer. A court has ordered Betsson to repay € 530,000 to a player who lost money on an unlicensed platform. The operator was active without a Dutch license and withdrew its application in 2023.

🇺🇸 U.S. gaming industry affected by Trump’s China tariffs. Due to tariffs introduced under Trump’s administration, the U.S. gaming industry is facing rising costs for equipment and components, affecting both business operations and consumers.

🇧🇷 Brazil suspends four betting licenses. Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has temporarily suspended the licenses of four betting operators for not fully complying with technical standards.

🇺🇸 Kansas may lose online betting. An amendment has been passed banning the renewal of licenses for six current sportsbooks after 2027. The future of legal online betting in the state is now uncertain.