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Buenos Aires Senator Proposes “Lula Law” to Ban Online Gambling
Recently, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil issued Provisional Measure No. 1,394/2026, which outlaws fixed-odds betting in the country. Argentina’s new prohibited on-gambling bill was inspired by Brazil’s recent ban on fixed-odds betting under Provisional Measure No. 1,394/2026, which was issued by Preside…
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Trinidad and Tobago Raises Gambling Age to 25
Trinidad and Tobago’s Senate has approved legislation that will raise the legal gambling age from 18 to 25. The bill also increases the minimum age for alcohol and tobacco to 21 and applies the new gambling age threshold to online betting activities. The measure passed with the backing of all government senators, desp…
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Massachusetts: Wynn Resorts CEO warns casinos are threatened by gaming expansion
Craig Billings, chief executive officer of Wynn Resorts, has warned Massachusetts gaming regulators and lawmakers that they can’t continue to expand gambling and expect casinos to continue to thrive. “When Massachusetts legalized casino gaming in 2011, it made a specific bargain,” Billings wrote in an editorial publis…
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From prohibition to transition: what needs to happen by November
Provisional Measure 1.394 took Brazil's regulated betting market offline. What comes next is not in the text of the measure. It is being shaped now, in Congress, and depends on answers the Executive has yet to give.
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Mauritania Considers New Ban on Gambling and Electronic Betting
Mauritania is moving closer to tightening its stance on gambling after government officials reviewed draft legislation that would prohibit gambling activities and electronic betting, including services offered through digital platforms. The proposal remains under review, but recent meetings suggest the government is c…
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Fux define futuro das apostas online no Brasil após segundo turno das eleições
Ministro do STF é relator da MP 1.394/2026, que proibiu bets e cassinos virtuais; AGU defende manutenção da medida e associações buscam suspensão The post Fux define futuro das apostas online no Brasil após segundo turno das eleições appeared first on BNLData.
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Brazil’s congress receives 99 amendments to betting ban
Brazilian lawmakers submitted 99 amendments to the provisional measure banning fixed-odds betting, proposing alternatives ranging from restoring the regulated market to allowing sports betting while keeping online casino games prohibited. The amendments were filed before the 13 October deadline for changes to Provisio…
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Chile betting bill shifts towards prohibition as amendment deadline extended
Chile’s Senate has extended the deadline for amendments to its online betting bill until midday on 26 October, as new proposals challenge the legislation’s original plan for a competitive licensing market. The government did not submit its amendments before the previous deadline expired on 16 October. Senate committee…
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Hippos ATG announces Finland licence ahead of market launch
Hippos ATG has become the second company to announce it has been granted a Finnish gambling licence, though the regulator has not yet officially announced any licensee decisions.
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Alberta's regulated iGaming market reaches 50 sites as crackdown on unlicensed operators begins
Another 10 - 15 sites before end 2026
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Five Minute-Focus: 1xCare on player protection and the role of regulation
In our latest Five-Minute Focus, EGARA co-founder Sissel Weitzhändler discusses the importance of player protection and her role on the 1xCare advisory committee https://youtu.be/iKhzpuFSZAI
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New Jersey bill would direct underage gambling fines to compulsive gambling programs
Fines range up to $2,000
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SBC y VNLOK refuerzan la participación de operadores con licencia en SBC Summit Europe
SBC y Vergunde Nederlandse Online Kansspelaanbieders (VNLOK) —la asociación sectorial que representa a los operadores de juego online con licencia en los Países Bajos— han acordado una nueva alianza estratégica […]
Read summary →ONJN ex-boss: “Don’t turn problem gamblers into collateral of leadership changes”
Vlad-Cristian Soare, former President of Romania’s ONJN gambling office, has offered a much needed glimpse into his sudden departure from the regulator earlier this year. In an interview with Romanian news outlet Adevărul, Soare touched on some intricate points, including the interests he might’ve affected during his …
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Brazil records surge in suspicious betting sites following online gambling ban
41,716 suspicious websites as of October 8
Read summary →GR8_TECH to Host Private Workshop for Operators on Brazil’s Online Gambling Ban
What Happens After the Ban? On October 29, through Zoom, GR8_TECH will host “The Locker Room: Brazil After the Ban,”… The post GR8_TECH to Host Private Workshop for Operators on Brazil’s Online Gambling Ban appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Austria faces TRIS deadline for EU approval of new gaming orders
Austria’s plan to overhaul its gambling laws is nearing a key European deadline as the standstill period under the European Commission’s Technical Regulation Information System (TRIS) expires on 5 November 2026. As SBC News reported in August, Austria’s Ministry of Finance put the bill before Europe for review proposi…
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Problem Gambling Foundation calls for NZ advertising ban
Andree Froude, the Problem Gambling Foundation's advocacy director, has called for a prohibition of gambling advertising in New Zealand The post Problem Gambling Foundation calls for NZ advertising ban appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →SBC and VNLOK to Back Dutch Operators at SBC Summit Europe 2027
Amsterdam to Host Expanded European Regulated Gaming Dialogue SBC and Vergunde Nederlandse Online Kansspelaanbieders (VNLOK), the trade association for licensed… The post SBC and VNLOK to Back Dutch Operators at SBC Summit Europe 2027 appeared first on iGaming Express.
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PAGCOR targets December launch of app vs. illegal online gambling
App will help players identify licensed online gaming platforms and avoid illegal gambling sites The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is targeting December 2026 for the launch of a mobile application that will help players identify licensed online gaming platforms and avoid illegal gambling sites. …
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Australia Bans Celebrities From Gambling Ads in 2027
Australia Tightens Controls On Gambling Advertising Australia’s Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has issued initial guidance on a ban preventing “notable… The post Australia Bans Celebrities From Gambling Ads in 2027 appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Gamblers Connect and Ganado Advocates Agree Media Collaboration
Gamblers Connect, the independent B2B iGaming media platform, and Ganado Advocates, a Malta-based law firm, have announced a media collaboration to increase... Read More...
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Australian regulator says small influencers may fall under wagering ad ban
ACMA says influencers with small followings could fall under Australia’s wagering ad ban, which takes effect in January 2027. The post Australian regulator says small influencers may fall under wagering ad ban first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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ACMA issues first guidance on Australia’s ban on notable people in gambling ads
The regulator has set out how it will interpret the new prohibition on athletes, celebrities and influencers in gambling advertising, which takes effect on 1 January 2027.
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Labour MPs call for increased tax on Category B machines
Alex Ballinger has led calls for higher taxes on Category B machines, as speculation grows over the Autumn Budget's impact on land-based gambling in the UK.
Read summary →National Lottery licence to be evaluated by UK watchdog
The UK’s National Audit Office (NAO) has launched an inspection into the fourth National Lottery licence, reviewing whether the oversight of the Gambling Commission is on par to maximise returns to Good Causes. The 10-year licence officially came into force in 2024 under the management of gambling conglomerate Allwyn …
Read summary →SBC and VNLOK announce strategic partnership to strengthen licensed operator participation at SBC Summit Europe
Multi-year partnership will bring Dutch licensed operators and industry leadership to Amsterdam, strengthening dialogue on regulation, player protection and the future of Europe’s regulated gaming markets. SBC and Vergunde Nederlandse Online Kansspelaanbieders (VNLOK), the trade association for licensed Dutch online g…
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Korea busts record $17.3B illegal gambling network spanning Vietnam and Cambodia
Korean police uncovered a network supplying 188 illegal gambling websites through operations in Vietnam and Cambodia. The post Korea busts record $17.3B illegal gambling network spanning Vietnam and Cambodia first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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ACMA sets out rules for Australia’s ‘notable person’ gambling ad ban
The new rules will cover celebrities, athletes, influencers and other prominent figures, with no set social media following required to fall under the ban The post ACMA sets out rules for Australia’s ‘notable person’ gambling ad ban appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Australia’s media and comms regulator publishes guidance on upcoming notable persons ban in gambling ads
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has released initial guidance on the notable persons provision of new gambling advertising […]
Read summary →BetConstruct AI: Brazil chaos will create scars across industry
Shortly after his appointment as VP of Latin America at BetConstruct AI, Fabio Tiberia sat down with SBC News to discuss all the latest ongoings from one of iGaming’s most important and dynamic regions. Tiberia discusses the fallout from President Lula’s decision to ban online gambling in Brazil and how companies shou…
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Louisiana Defers Final Decision on DraftKings License Until It Studies How the Company Uses AI
The Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB) has voted unanimously on Thursday to conditionally approve DraftKings for a four-month license extension. A final decision is expected on the day after a planned license hearing on February 18, 2027. LGCB to Look into Certain Aspects of DraftKings Practices Before It Confirms …
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IWG rolls out Daily Streak with five North American lotteries
New retention feature rewards consecutive daily play Instant Win Gaming (IWG), a leading supplier of eInstant games to NASPL and WLA-member lotteries, has introduced Daily Streak, a first-to-market feature designed to reward consecutive daily play. Daily Streak is already live with two North American lotteries, with t…
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Federal Challenge Targets Missouri Sports-Event Contract Rules
Sports event contracts are at the centre of lawsuits challenging Missouri’s 21-year age rule and 10% tax for prediction-market operators. The post Federal Challenge Targets Missouri Sports-Event Contract Rules appeared first on CasinoBeats.
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NJ Bill Sets Fines for Underage Gambling at Casinos, Simulcast Sites
Underage gambling fines could replace criminal penalties at New Jersey casinos and simulcasting facilities, but S597 still needs further votes. The post NJ Bill Sets Fines for Underage Gambling at Casinos, Simulcast Sites appeared first on CasinoBeats.
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PAGCOR targets December launch for app to verify licensed gaming sites
PAGCOR targets December for an app to help players identify licensed online gaming platforms and avoid illegal gambling sites. The post PAGCOR targets December launch for app to verify licensed gaming sites first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
Read summary →South Korea Probes $2.3B Gambling Ring
South Korea Intensifies Cross-Border Action Against Illegal Betting South Korean authorities are pursuing an alleged international gambling network valued at… The post South Korea Probes $2.3B Gambling Ring appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Brazilian Clubs Take the Betting Ban Protest Back Onto the Pitch
The “Proibir não é proteger” (banning is not protecting) campaign returned to the Brazilian league in round 31, with messages… The post Brazilian Clubs Take the Betting Ban Protest Back Onto the Pitch appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Lottery in Argentine state of Entre Ríos to launch VLTs and online gaming
The lottery is leaning on video lottery terminals (VLTs) to reach a younger audience Entre Ríos’ state lottery is pushing into VLTs and online play, with social-programme funding as its case for a coordinated fight against illegal betting. Carlos Moyano, President of Entre Ríos’ gaming regulator and state lottery, the…
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Last orders for Britain’s arcades?
Adult gaming centres have thrived as Britain’s betting shops have closed. A machine-tax rise in the 28 October budget could end the boom.
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IWG Daily Streak Launches with US, Canada Lotteries
IWG Daily Streak, a retention feature rewarding consecutive daily play, has launched with five North American lotteries, including Atlantic and Pennsylvania.... Read More...
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NJ Bill Moves Forward To Replace Underage Gambling Charges With Fines
New Jersey lawmakers have passed a bill that would decriminalize underage gambling, replacing criminal punishments with civil fines, with revenue going to addiction prevention and treatment programs. New Jersey Bill Proposes Fines of Up to $2,000 for Underage Gambling Senate Bill 597 was approved in the Senate Judicia…
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PAGCOR targeting December launch for new app identifying licensed online gambling sites
Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR has revealed it is targeting a December launch for its new mobile app designed to help […]
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PAGCOR donates 16 patient transport vehicles to LGUs and government institutions
Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR said Monday it has donated 16 new patient transport vehicles (PTVs) to local government units and […]
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New Jersey Advances Underage Gambling Bill With Fines Up to $2,000
New Jersey lawmakers have advanced a bill that would replace criminal penalties for underage gambling with civil fines, directing the money collected to gambling prevention, education, and treatment programmes. The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 11-0 on Thursday to move S597 forward. The measure now goes to the Sena…
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São Paulo Court Rejects R$163 Million Claim Against Blaze by Lawyer Under Investigation
A São Paulo court has denied compensation to lawyer Willer Tomaz for losses he claims to have suffered when he was gambling on Blaze. Judge Guilherme Madeira Dezem, of the 44th Civil Court of São Paulo, ruled that the losses were due to risks that the lawyer willingly took. However, Tomaz passed down the ruling […] Th…
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Analysis shows Supreme Court of India ruling significantly reduced tax liabilities of three major online operators
Indian authorities have reduced their proposed Goods and Services Tax (GST) demands against three major online gaming operators by a […]
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Lawrence Ho’s Black Spade brings “Squid Game: The Experience” attraction to Southeast Asia
Lawrence Ho’s Black Spade Capital has partnered with and local operator SideQuest Worlds – part of media and entertainment venture […]
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Manifesto de associações de bets legalizadas contra a proibição de apostas no país volta a entrar em campo no Brasileirão
Iniciativa do Instituto Brasileiro de Jogo Responsável (IBJR) e da Associação Nacional de Jogos e Loterias (ANJL) vai estampar placas de campo e camisas de times, como São Paulo FC e Flamengo The post Manifesto de associações de bets legalizadas contra a proibição de apostas no país volta a entrar em campo no Brasilei…
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Marco legal dos jogos eletrônicos: o que muda e o que não muda em 2026
A Lei 14.852 trata de videogames, não de apostas. Veja o que ela muda, os resultados do Brasil na Copa 2026 e os próximos jogos da seleção The post Marco legal dos jogos eletrônicos: o que muda e o que não muda em 2026 appeared first on BNLData.
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India Slashes Gaming GST Demands by 75% After Supreme Court Ruling
Indian tax authorities have reduced proposed principal Goods and Services Tax (GST) demands against 3 major online gaming companies by about 75%. The revisions follow a Supreme Court ruling that changed how pending tax demands must be calculated, while preserving retrospective taxation of online money gaming. The comp…
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Spain Extends Public Consultation on Gambling Risk Detection Mechanism
The Spanish Directorate General for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ) has granted more time for comments on a draft resolution aimed at creating a mechanism for identifying risky gambling behavior. Interested public and private persons and institutions have until October 26 to comment on and object to the new policy. …
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Underdog seeks injunction over Tennessee event-contract exchange
Underdog Tennessee lawsuit seeks to block enforcement of wagering laws against its CFTC-regulated event-contract exchange in federal court. The post Underdog seeks injunction over Tennessee event-contract exchange appeared first on CasinoBeats.
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Clubes da Série A preparam protestos contra proibição de bets na 31ª rodada
São Paulo e Flamengo estampam "Proibir não é proteger" em camisas para alertar sobre mercado clandestino e perda de arrecadação pública. IBJR e ANJL lideram campanha "Aposto que você não sabia" para debater mercado ilegal e riscos a apostadores em mais de 30 mil sites The post Clubes da Série A preparam protestos cont…
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Colombo Port City Casino Plan Falls Through as Investor Withdraws
A proposed casino development at Sri Lanka’s Colombo Port City has fallen through after the applicant withdrew during due diligence, according to the area’s regulatory body. The casino was among 5 projects that have pulled out of the development for various reasons. Colombo Port City Economic Commission (CPCEC) Direct…
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FanDuel Co-Founder Wins Key Ruling in Shareholder Lawsuit
FanDuel co-founder Nigel Eccles and more than 100 other plaintiffs are embroiled in a lawsuit with the company, alleging that KKR, Shamrock Capital, and others undervalued FanDuel to wipe out ordinary shareholders. In the most recent development in the case, Eccles’ side won a major victory. What Brought On the Lawsui…
Read summary →DraftKings Faces Regulatory Setback in Louisiana
Louisiana state regulators declined to renew DraftKings’ full gambling license. However, the platform remains available in the state, as officials gave the sportsbook a conditional extension while they investigate its business practices, use of artificial intelligence, and responsible gaming measures. DraftKings must …
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