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KSA Says Endorphina Must End Partnerships with Offshore Gambling Sites
The Kansspelautoriteit, the Dutch Gambling Authority (KSA), has issued a binding instruction to Endorphina Limited in Malta and Endorphina Ltd. in Cyprus, ordering the supplier to cut its partnerships with unlicensed gambling websites that can also be accessed from the Netherlands. The issue stems from the fact that t…
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Greek online winnings tax rises 73% after July rate increase
Early regulator figures suggest Greece’s higher levy on player payouts is already lifting state receipts, even though GGR… The post Greek online winnings tax rises 73% after July rate increase appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Colorado Governor Seeks to Raise Taxes on State Casinos Ahead of Term End
Gov. Jared Polis, the outgoing governor of Colorado, has proposed increasing the state’s tax on casinos ahead of his term’s end in January. The governor is pushing for a progressive tax, up from the current effective rate of 16.1%, moving it closer to the country’s average, which is 26%. The proposed effective rate of…
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Após debate sobre proibição das apostas no Brasil, SiGMA World 2026 segue nesta quarta-feira
O Brasil construiu um mercado de apostas online regulamentado e, em seguida, o proibiu. A SiGMA World 2026 apresentou um painel nesta terça-feira (3), sobre “A Reviravolta Regulatória do Brasil: […] O post Após debate sobre proibição das apostas no Brasil, SiGMA World 2026 segue nesta quarta-feira apareceu primeiro em…
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“All the features of a bet” – ASIC says no to Australian prediction markets
Prediction markets are finding more and more global acceptance, but not in Australia where the country’s securities regulator has drawn explicit parallels between the products and betting. In a blog post last Friday, Sarah Court, Chair of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), made it clear that …
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Nebraska Voters Say No to Legalizing Online Sports Gambling in the State
The midterms have definitely brought a lot of excitement for prediction markets and for voters, with most pushing back against the current administration and dealing it a sweeping defeat. They not only gained control of the House of Representatives, but they (in all likelihood) secured the Senate as well. Nebraskans U…
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Allwyn UK puts six independent retailers on Local Retail Champions billboards
The operator of The National Lottery is giving neighbourhood shops a public face, as corner stores pass £10… The post Allwyn UK puts six independent retailers on Local Retail Champions billboards appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Sands China completes US$1 billion notes offering
Macau concessionaire Sands China Ltd has completed its recently announced US$1.0 billion private offering of senior unsecured notes, with proceeds […]
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Malaysia Online Gambling Crackdown: MCMC Removes 724,879 Items, Blocks 2,603 Websites
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) took down 724,879 online gambling-related items between January 1, 2025 and October 31, 2026, accounting for 98% of the 738,372 takedown requests submitted during that period. The work also involved blocking access to gambling websites. Deputy Communication…
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Illinois Challenges Federal Court Injunction Preventing State-Level Regulation
A recent ruling by federal judge Martha M. Pacold prevents Illinois regulators from targeting CFTC-regulated prediction platforms. The state has responded by appealing to the Seventh Circuit, challenging the decision. This brewing legal showdown mirrors similar tensions across the USA as state regulators and predictio…
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South Korea Develops Illegal Gambling Prevention Videos for Military Personnel
The Korea Sports Promotion Foundation’s Keumnyun Keungjeong Headquarters has produced and distributed educational material to help military personnel understand the dangers of illegal gambling. The format blends short and entertaining videos with scenarios that are familiar to military service, so that the material is…
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For Accel Entertainment, Chicago licenses bolster outlook
For Accel Entertainment, it seems less is more. During Tuesday’s earnings call, Accel CEO Mark Phelan noted that the operator achieved 7% growth in its largest market, Illinois, despite having less locations and machines. Phelan said this reflects the benefits of Accel’s route-optimization strategy. “We’re improving l…
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Para o MJSP, proibir tudo facilita a fiscalização. O mercado ilegal agradece
Para sustentar que “a regulamentação não protegeu a sociedade”, a Senasp apresentou 236 operações das polícias Civil e Federal entre janeiro de 2022 e setembro de 2026, com mais de 480 prisões, mais de 1.600 mandados de busca e R$ 17,8 bilhões em ordens judiciais The post Para o MJSP, proibir tudo facilita a fiscaliza…
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Philippines DOF Continues Review of Proposed Online Gaming Tax
The Department of Finance is still studying a possible excise tax on online gaming, keeping the proposal under consideration as the government assesses measures to address unrestricted access to gambling platforms. The measure was first raised by Executive Secretary Ralph Recto when he headed the department. Finance U…
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Sri Lanka targets December 31 for gambling rules amid tax revenue concerns
No operator is registered with IRD
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“Você bloqueia um site hoje, amanhã aparecem dez”: advogado leva ao STF os números do mercado ilegal após a MP das Bets
Na audiência pública de Fux, o advogado Bernardo Freire apresentou dados de monitoramento: 290 novos sites ilegais por dia, 80% da publicidade de apostas no Instagram clandestina e cadastro sem verificação de idade. Grêmio e Vitória pediram transição e relataram perdas The post “Você bloqueia um site hoje, amanhã apar…
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Nevis launches dedicated prediction markets licensing framework
Covers B2C and B2B operators
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Greece Defends Higher Tax on Online Casino Winnings Despite Industry Opposition
Greece’s government has defended its decision to raise taxes on online casino winnings, arguing that the additional revenue will help fund public services and support measures for households facing higher living costs. The policy, which took effect on 1 July, increased the tax rate on online casino winnings between €1…
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Brazil Supreme Court judge open to new arguments as Flamengo warns of R$430m hit
With no injunction yet and Congress due to vote on the betting ban by 23 November, clubs told the Supreme Court it threatens sponsorship deals, jobs and tax revenue The post Brazil Supreme Court judge open to new arguments as Flamengo warns of R$430m hit appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Gambling Commission research challenges black market assumptions
Research from the Gambling Commission suggests that punters who repeatedly use unlicensed operators in the UK also continued to use licensed ones, challenging assumptions held by both the regulator and large portions of the industry. On this episode of iGaming Daily, host Charlie Horner is joined by SBC Media Editor T…
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Kaizen: Buenos Aires gambling ban would drive players offshore
The operator of the Betano brand said it is concerned with "any measure that makes the regulated offering unviable" The post Kaizen: Buenos Aires gambling ban would drive players offshore appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Waterhouse VC October Update: How can tech drive greater retail lottery sales?
"Suppliers that make each shop more profitable have a reason to be paid year after year. Operators hold the licence. We’d rather clip the ticket," writes Waterhouse The post Waterhouse VC October Update: How can tech drive greater retail lottery sales? appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Kalshi’s $40 billion valuation tests investor nerve as legal pressure mounts
Prediction platform Kalshi has secured a $40 billion valuation after a $1 billion Series G round, despite mounting legal and regulatory pressure over its sports event contracts in the US. Sitting down on iGaming Daily, host Charlie Horner was joined by SBC News Editor Ted Orme-Claye and SBC News journalist Patrick Kil…
Read summary →IAGR anuncia a los ganadores de los International Regulatory Awards 2026
Organismos reguladores de Estados Unidos, Guinea y Dinamarca fueron reconocidos por sus avances en fiscalización, innovación regulatoria e iniciativas de juego responsable. La Asociación Internacional de Reguladores del Juego (IAGR, por sus siglas en inglés) anunció a los ganadores de los International Regulatory Awar…
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Play’n GO Adds Go Momentum to Spearhead Innovation in Regulated Markets
Play’n GO has launched a brand-new promotional ecosystem, GO Momentum, which is designed to further spearhead engagement and loyalty for partner operators in regulated markets. Play’n GO Launches GO Momentum to Strengthen Loyalty and Engagement The system, which relies on creating fresh ways to drive engagement for op…
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Former UK MP Used an Altered Passport Image to Access Gambling Website
Katie Wallis, a former United Kingdom Conservative Party MP, admitted to unlawfully altering the date on an image of her passport to gain access to a gambling website, bypassing gambling self-exclusion protections. Wallis Admitted to Altering Passport Image Wallis, who served as MP for Bridgend between 2019 and 2024, …
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The Ban That Backfired, Part Two: Inside India’s Offshore Gambling Boom
India is gripped by an online gambling crisis. A 2024 study of betting habits in the world’s most populous nation concluded that... Read More...
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Riverside Casino Settles Data Breach Class Action Lawsuit for $1.5М
The Riverside Resort & Casino in Laughlin, Nevada, is settling a class action lawsuit that alleges the property experienced a cyberattack two years ago. The casino agreed to pay at least $1.5 million to affected individuals, who are estimated to be over 51,000. What Was the Lawsuit About? According to the class action…
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South African Court Orders Fresh Review of National Lottery Licence Bid
South Africa’s national lottery licence process has been thrown back into review after a court ruled that the decision to award the Fourth National Lottery Licence to Sizekhaya Holdings was invalid. The judgment means the company, which took over lottery operations in June 2026, may have to go through the bidding proc…
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Spintec gains new regulatory license in UAE
Global gaming supplier Spintec has confirmed it is among the latest companies to be granted a gaming-related vendor license in […]
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FIFA paid $4m toward Infantino’s US tax bill, report reveals
The previously undisclosed arrangement has come to light just two weeks before the deadline for candidates to enter the race against Infantino in the FIFA presidential election this March. FIFA covered US income taxes for Gianni Infantino after the FIFA President relocated to Miami in the lead-up to the 2026 World Cup…
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NWGB Staff Meeting Covers Organisational Performance, Regulatory Updates, Compliance, and Workplace Culture
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB) convened a staff meeting at the Mmabatho Palms Hotel and Casino, bringing employees together to discuss the Board’s strategic priorities, regulatory responsibilities, and workplace culture. A key focus was the North West Gambling Amendment Act, 2026 (Act 3 of 2026), and the Board’s…
Read summary →Rincón Jurídico: Los mercados de predicción en Perú, ¿pueden operar bajo la regulación vigente?
En una nueva entrega de la columna de Rincón Jurídico de SBC Noticias, Rosa Luz Nerio Urteaga, founding partner de Nerio Legal, analiza el encuadre legal de los mercados de […]
Read summary →La DGJA aclaró que solo hay siete operadores de juego online autorizados en República Dominicana
La Dirección General de Juegos de Azar (DGJA) de República Dominicana, bajo la dirección de Teófilo “Quico” Tabar, aclaró el estatus legal y regulatorio de las plataformas de juego online […]
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New Brunswick Bill Proposes Legalizing Live Casino Games
Even more Canadian provinces seem to be eyeing expanding their online gaming after the success of Ontario’s regulated iGaming market and the recent launch in Alberta. While New Brunswick already offers online games of chance under a monopoly model, lawmakers have proposed legislation to add live casino to the mix. Law…
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IPLyC aborda la regulación de la publicidad del juego online
Gonzalo Atanasof, titular del Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos (IPLyC), habló sobre la actualidad regulatoria del juego online en la provincia de Buenos Aires. Esto, mientras en la Cámara […]
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Dutch Regulator Orders Endorphina to Cut Ties With Unlicensed Gambling Sites
The Dutch gambling regulator has ordered game supplier Endorphina to take stronger action after repeatedly finding its games on unlicensed gambling websites accessible to players in the Netherlands. In a binding instruction issued on 19 October, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) said the company had failed to take sufficie…
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Four bets at once: The New era of JetX
In 2018, JetX pioneered the crash gaming category. Today, it is taking the next step in its evolution – raising the bar for a format it defined. Developed by SmartSoft, the updated JetX brings together a redesigned visual experience, optimized performance, and new gameplay possibilities. It reflects a simple idea: bei…
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Colombia proposes 19% VAT on online gambling deposits
Colombia’s government has proposed restoring 19% VAT on online gambling deposits through a tax reform that would also change taxable bases for land-based gaming, according to the official bill published by Congress. Article 41 of Bill 477/2026C, the Ley de Rescate Económico, would amend the Tax Statute to bring intern…
Read summary →Greece stands by player tax increase on gambling winnings
Kyriakos Pierrakakis, Greece’s Finance Minister, has stood by the decision to increase taxes on online casino game winnings as a means to “grow revenues for public services”. Figures published in October show that taxes withheld from gambling winnings were €369m (£307m) between January-August 2026, up 27.3% on year co…
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Aston Villa backs down on Jamie Carragher legal threat
With football punditry at an all-time high, clubs are ramping up how they handle external commentary. Aston Villa has dropped its planned legal action against former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher following his apology. In a bizarre situation, Nassef Sawiris, Chairman of Aston Villa, posted that the club would be …
Read summary →Dutch gambling regulator launches youth campaigns amid VNLOK-Meta dispute
The Dutch Gambling Authority, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has launched two new campaigns seeking to address the impact of gambling advertising and gambling harm on young people. The campaigns come amidst a push by the Dutch government to completely ban gambling advertising. This forms part of a wider regulatory over…
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ASIC questions whether retail prediction markets serve the public interest
The commission originally issued a ban on distributing binary option products to retail customers in 2021.
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Panagiotis Trisokkas: “The future of this industry should not be measured by growth alone”
Bartosz Burzyński (iGamingExpress): You have led the National Betting Authority since October 2024. What have been your biggest challenges so… The post Panagiotis Trisokkas: “The future of this industry should not be measured by growth alone” appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Court restarts bidding for South Africa lottery licence
The High Court of South Africa has ruled against a decision to award the Fourth National Lottery to Sizekhaya Holdings. Sizekhaya, majority owned by Goldrush Holdings, was awarded the licence by Minister Parks Tau in 2025 following a bidding process. It took over the lottery’s operations from previous holder Ithuba in…
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Illinois Appeals Block on Prediction-Market Licenses and Taxes
The protection extends to both exchanges and brokers regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. For covered contracts, it also bars compulsory investigations and threatened criminal or civil enforcement by Illinois officials under the specified state gambling provisions. The post Illinois Appeals Block on …
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Endorphina rapped by KSA for allowing games on black market sites
Endorphina's games have been found on at least 28 black market sites according to the KSA's investigation The post Endorphina rapped by KSA for allowing games on black market sites appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Do “dragão a ser domado” à proibição: o que os convidados da audiência de terça disseram no STF em 2024
Dos 34 convidados por Fux para a audiência desta terça (3), 14 já haviam falado no Supremo em novembro de 2024. Naquela ocasião, Fazenda, Esporte e PGFN defenderam a Lei das Bets e alertaram que derrubá-la empurraria o apostador para o ilegal. Hoje, o mesmo governo defende a MP que proibiu o setor The post Do “dragão …
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Leadstar Media: Finland’s affiliate ban may put player safety at risk
2027 is a significant year for Finnish gambling as Veikkaus’ long-established monopoly on legal online betting and gaming comes to a close. More than 50 companies have registered interest in obtaining a licence in Finland’s newly regulated sector, and as of the time of writing 18 have secured clearance from the Nation…
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Arshak Muradyan: “More regulation does not automatically mean better regulation”
Bartosz Burzyński (iGamingExpress): Arshak, Digitain has expanded its regulatory footprint significantly in 2026, securing approvals in markets including the UK,… The post Arshak Muradyan: “More regulation does not automatically mean better regulation” appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Paddy Power Origin Story Becomes Film
Book Charts The Company’s Rise The project draws on journalist Aaron Rogan’s 2021 book Punters: How Paddy Power Bet Billions… The post Paddy Power Origin Story Becomes Film appeared first on iGaming Express.
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After Ontario and Alberta: Another Canadian Province Ponders Online Gambling
Canada’s Nova Scotia province is trying to decide whether to expand its regulated online gambling market, with the government carefully assessing developments in Ontario and Alberta before making a final call. “Those Are Conversations That Are Underway” Finance Minister John Lohr has officially confirmed that discussi…
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Dutch Regulator Launches Gambling Harm Campaigns
Parents Encouraged to Start Conversations OpenOverGokken is aimed at parents of young people aged 16 to 25. The Ksa says… The post Dutch Regulator Launches Gambling Harm Campaigns appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Tomas Bures: “Illegal online gambling is a challenge that affects all jurisdictions”
You’ve been involved in gambling regulation since 2020. How has the Czech market evolved during this period, and what are… The post Tomas Bures: “Illegal online gambling is a challenge that affects all jurisdictions” appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Malta waters down Recognition Notice reforms despite medium-high money-laundering risk rating
The Malta Gaming Authority has softened its planned tightening of the regime that lets companies work from Malta under foreign licences, after industry pushback. The retreat touches a framework flagged in Malta's own anti-money-laundering assessment, and firmer oversight may now depend on new legislation. The post Mal…
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Zimbabwe betting tax: demand more than doubled
A higher betting tax landed in January, and search did not step down. Zimbabwe betting tax rates changed on 1 January 2026 by jumping 6.5 times, but the measure did not cool the Zimbabwean market. Blask Index gained 112.8% from January through September, 137.4% above September 2025. Blask Metrics Blask Metrics used in…
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NC Candidate Sues Political Group Over Illegal Gambling Allegations
Charles Taylor, a candidate for the North Carolina House of Representatives, has sued a political group for defamation for running campaign ads that tied him to an allegedly illegal gambling operation. The Republican candidate says the Sandhills Citizens Alliance (SCA) falsely accused him of running a casino and being…
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In New Regulatory Framework Liberia Offers License for Prediction Markets at $80000
Liberia has formally included prediction markets under its gaming regulatory framework with the introduction of licensing regulations that will allow authorized operators to offer contracts linked to future occurrences and verifiable results. Resolution No. 005 of 2026’s requirements define prediction markets as a sep…
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Delaware Player Scoops Up $1M as Powerball Jackpot Remains Unclaimed
A lucky player in Delaware has become the latest recipient of a $1 million prize after matching all five white numbers for the Monday Powerball drawing. At the same time, the game’s jackpot remained elusive and has now officially exceeded the $800 million mark. The Player Narrowly Missed the Jackpot The Powerball resu…
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