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UK betting tax hike could put 16,000 jobs at risk, BGC warns
80% of jobs are outside London
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SOFTSWISS and WorldGaming to break down iGaming trends live
A LinkedIn Live Panel “2027 iGaming Trends: Turning Insights into Action”, will focus on how operators can navigate evolving trends and drive sustainable growth across regulated markets. The event, featuring SOFTSWISS and WorldGaming (formerly Clarion Gaming) experts, takes place on 29 October 2026 at 14:00 CET. The d…
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Brazil National Congress to analyse 95 amendments to measure that banned betting
Among the proposed amendments to Lula's provisional measure that prohibited betting in Brazil were advertising restrictions and a ban of online casino games.
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Sun International Launches Responsible Gambling Charter in South Africa
Sun International officially launched its 16-page Group Responsible Gambling Charter at a formal event at The Maslow hotel in Sandton, Johannesburg, on Tuesday, 13 October 2026. Hosted by Group CEO Ulrik Bengtsson, the event outlined the framework’s strategic pillars and set out clear, measurable commitments across th…
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Kaizen Gaming makes pledge to Brazilian staff as it affirms it “remains committed” to country
Betano’s parent company, Kaizen Gaming, is committing to keeping its Brazilian employees in a job despite the ban on online betting. In a statement posted on LinkedIn, the company pleaded with President Lula’s Workers’ Party government to not follow through with the measures as it risks pushing punters to the black ma…
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Kenyan iGaming Expert Shares Market Fears as Kenya Awaits Court Directions on Gambling Regulations
Chatting with iGaming AFRIKA from Nairobi, Summit Media Africa’s Kenyan country manager and native Kenyan Jackee Kosen shares what Monday’s ruling could mean, as well as loin-girding advice for the future. Kenya’s iGaming landscape faces an unprecedented regulatory uncertainty for operators and how they prepare for th…
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Italy weighs €1bn gambling tax input for Budget 2027
Italy’s Ministry of Finance and Economy (MEF) projects that it will raise €1bn in funding from gambling companies from 2027-to-2028. The forecast forms part of the Meloni government’s settlement of the 2027 Budget Law. The MEF’s €1bn target arising from the 2026 Budet takes into account significant reforms being under…
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Brazil appeals court overturns Stake injunction two days after operator’s return
Website offline since Oct. 10
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Spain Introduces Stricter Checks on Online Gambling Payments
Spain has tightened its anti-money laundering controls for the online gambling sector, introducing new rules that require operators to carry out stronger checks on customer payment methods and financial transactions. The measures form part of updates to the regulations supporting the country’s framework for preventing…
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Bank of America found to have “wilfully violated” US regulations
Bank of America has been issued a $1.2bn fine, one of the largest in US history but another example of how regulators are clamping down on anti-money laundering deficiencies relating to high-risk accounts from certain regions. Bank of America was fined $1.2bn in penalties yesterday (13 October) by US regulators, one o…
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Bolsonaro allies behind bulk of pro-betting recommends to Brazilian ban
A further 13 amendments assume a regulated market will continue will some form, touching on responsible gambling rules, levy changes or enforcement limits The post Bolsonaro allies behind bulk of pro-betting recommends to Brazilian ban appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Cyprus Calls for EU Action on Illegal Betting
Cyprus Tightens Focus on Illegal Gambling and Player Protection Cyprus’ National Betting Authority (NBA) has called for stronger and more… The post Cyprus Calls for EU Action on Illegal Betting appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Chicago Lottery Player Secures $6.73M Jackpot Payout
A huge lottery payday has happened in Chicago, with a Grand Traverse County man winning $6.79 million from the Michigan Lottery. This is the largest jackpot for the Lotto 47 game won this year. Chicago Lottery Player Wins Big Time from Lotto 47 The man, who is 48 years old and has been identified by […]
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AI chatbots drive black-market betting
A Dutch study published this month tested 10 AI assistants and found that every one of them named at least one unlicensed operator, with some incorrectly presenting illegal brands as licensed. The findings follow a UK investigation in March that found widely used chatbots directing users towards offshore gambling site…
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Mississippi Player Scoops $200K from Lottery Win in New Albany
A lucky player in Mississippi has much to be happy about after they won a $200,000 prize from a scratcher. The Mississippi Lottery Corporation’s $10 Grand Stacks game ticket was bought at B-Quick Texaco in New Albany. There is only one grand prize left in the game, along with several of the smaller ones. No […]
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Lagos State Issues 30-Day Compliance Directive to Telecoms and VAS Operators on Gaming Services
The Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) has issued a public notice requiring all telecommunications operators and licensed Value-Added Service (VAS) aggregators operating in Lagos State to comply with its requirements within 30 days. Following the landmark Supreme Court ruling delivered on 22 November 2…
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Finland threatens €1.2m fines in illegal gambling marketing crackdown
Head of group at the National Police Board emphasised that the purpose of the fines was to reinforce compliance, not to punish.
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O Itaú desmentiu Paula Lavigne: as plateias não estavam vazias
Pesquisa da Fundação Itaú/Datafolha mostra que a frequência a shows subiu de 45% para 51% justamente no período em que as bets operavam legalmente no país. Novamente, o setor de bets foi condenado com base em uma impressão pessoal transformada em verdade de Estado The post O Itaú desmentiu Paula Lavigne: as plateias n…
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Voluntary Code to become a ‘kite mark’ for prize draw M&A, says new PCC chief
Tom Banks tells iGB the trade body seeks to foster "open" relationships with the DCMS and HMRC to ensure a smooth regulatory process as the prize draw sector grows.
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Tara Alvarez Garcia, TYS Coaching: Being brave enough to suck at something new
In this month's Female Founders' column, Tara speaks candidly on the struggles of jumping into a new business and career and why there is huge value in "sucking at something new".
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Tommy Corlett joins SolutionsHub to lead regulatory assurance
iGaming and fintech consultancy SolutionsHub has strengthened its compliance leadership with the appointment of Tommy Corlett as Head of Regulatory Assurance and Remediation, following his nine-year tenure at the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission. The post Tommy Corlett joins SolutionsHub to lead regulatory …
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Spain’s gambling regulator reopens consultation on mandatory at-risk player model
Changes requested by Spain’s data protection agency have prompted a second round of comments on a model that… The post Spain’s gambling regulator reopens consultation on mandatory at-risk player model appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Spain tightens compliance controls on iGaming payments
New rules on the authorisation and mandatory monitoring of gambling transactions have been sanctioned by authorities in Spain. Announced by the government gazette, new commands have been applied to the regulations supporting Law 10/2010, Spain’s Federal Law on “Preventing Money Laundering & Terrorist Financing Activit…
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CFTC Action Puts New Focus on Kalshi Sports Contracts
Kalshi is asking the full Sixth Circuit to revisit a ruling on sports contracts as CFTC rulemaking intensifies the dispute over state gambling laws. The post CFTC Action Puts New Focus on Kalshi Sports Contracts appeared first on CasinoBeats.
Read summary →DGOJ Reopens Player Risk Consultation
Centralised Monthly Checks Spain’s Directorate General for Gambling Regulation has reopened a public consultation on a centralised monthly test for online gambling… The post DGOJ Reopens Player Risk Consultation appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Africa’s iGaming Market: The Next Phase of Essential World Gambling Growth
What, perchance, is the next phase of growth for Africa’s booming iGaming market? More operators are entering. Regulators are tightening their grip.... Read More...
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Macau court lists jailed junket boss Levo Chan’s properties for $17M
Macau’s Court of First Instance has listed seven properties owned by jailed former Tak Chun junket boss Levo Chan Weng Lin for sale, with combined reserve prices of MOP137 million […] The post Macau court lists jailed junket boss Levo Chan’s properties for $17M first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Br…
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Entain, SkyCity, Stake Among 11 Bidders for New Zealand Gaming License
New Zealand has selected 11 gambling operators to be eligible to apply for online casino licenses after a competitive auction, moving the country one step closer to establishing its regulated iGaming market. Stake, Entain, Betway and SkyCity are among the successful bidders for the 15 licenses on offer. New Zealand On…
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Cyprus Gambling Regulator Calls for Tougher Illegal Betting Crackdown
Cyprus’ National Betting Authority has called for stronger action against illegal gambling as the country opens its 9th Safer Gambling Week. The authority said player protection must extend beyond simple regulatory compliance, with stronger prevention measures and technology needed to identify risks before they develo…
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China hands death sentences to Myanmar crime family behind casinos and scam compounds
Chinese courts sentence three to death over a Myanmar crime group that ran illegal casinos and scam compounds near the Chinese border. The post China hands death sentences to Myanmar crime family behind casinos and scam compounds first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Brazil’s Betting Ban Triggers Thousands of Layoffs and Professional Stigma
The provisional measure that halted online betting in Brazil has resulted in many job losses in the regulated gambling sector and has left many workers wondering how this will affect their economic lives as well as how to find a new job. The National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL) estimates that, during the…
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Decoupling high on PAGCOR agenda as Casino Filipino losses projected to hit US$111 million in 2026
PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco has reiterated his confidence that the regulator’s planned decoupling of its regulatory and operational […]
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Delegation from UAE’s Ras Al Khaimah visit Las Vegas, other US hubs to explore tourism opportunities ahead of Wynn IR opening
Officials from the UAE’s Ras Al Khaimah, the emirate that is home to Wynn’s US$5.7 billion Wynn Al Marjan Island […]
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Brazil’s Federal Police Creates Division to Combat Illegal Betting and Match-Fixing
The Federal Police (PF) of Brazil has set up a special unit to probe bogus gambling and sports match-fixing. The new unit, named the Division for the Suppression of Illegal Betting and Sports Manipulation (DRAME), is part of the General Coordination for the Suppression of Money Laundering and Asset Recovery (CGLA). Th…
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SkyCity’s online license rationale strategic rather than financial, say analysts
SkyCity Entertainment Group is one of 11 entities confirmed this week to have earned the right to apply for online […]
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Wyoming lawmakers propose felony ban on online sweepstakes games
Amid confusion over complaints
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NSW Crime Commission chief Stephen Dametto joins international regulators at Regulating the Game 2027
08 - 10 March, 2027, Sydney
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Betano sobre o fim das bets: Proibição não faz a demanda desaparecer. Isso corre o risco de empurrar os apostadores de volta para o mercado ilegal
A Kaizen Gaming, dona da marca Betano, se manifestou em suas redes sociais sobre o fim das bets. Para a operadora, o Brasil implantou medidas contra excessos, autoexclusão e proteção aos beneficiários do Bolsa Família. Além disso, tinha aberto o caminho para uma arrecadação de R$ 15 bilhões em impostos em 2026. A proi…
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Pennsylvania: Deadline for businesses to remove skill games arrives
Businesses and nonprofits have spent the last few weeks removing their skill games after Pennsylvania lawmakers failed to reach agreement on regulating them ahead of the state Supreme Court’s deadline. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled in June that skill games are slot machines under state law and that they are unl…
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New Zealand Names Betway and Stake Among 11 Operators Advancing in Online Casino Licence Race
New Zealand has revealed the operators that will move forward in its online casino licensing process, with major industry names including Betway, Stake, Entain and SkyCity securing the right to apply for licences under the country’s new regulated market. The announcement marks the end of the first competitive stage of…
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Luiz Felipe Maia: The ban on betting creates distrust towards Brazil
Renowned lawyer Maia believes the ban on betting will not hold up in the Brazilian Judiciary and Congress.
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The Brazil betting ban put demand back at September 2022 level
Two weeks of the decree gave back the gains made after 2022, and left the earlier boom in place. In Brazil, Blask Index rose about 30 times from January 2020 to the April 2026 peak. The licensed book under that climb is young: federal fixed-odds authorisations went live on 1 January 2025, under Law 14.790 […] Сообщени…
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Australia’s L&GNSW Punishes Two Venues for Failing to Shut Down Gaming Machines
Australia’s New South Wales (NSW) gaming regulator, Liquor & Gaming NSW (L&GNSW), has penalized two venues, the Crown Hotel in Camden and East Cessnock Bowling Club, for failing to comply with mandatory gambling machine shutdown rules. A third venue received an official caution, while a fourth was referred for formal …
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Why iGaming operators need a regulatory adviser, not just a provider
By Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore
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Pennsylvania police to begin skill game seizures Wednesday after lawmakers miss deadline
About 70,000 terminals affected
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Brazil Ministry of Justice creates division within Federal Police to combat illegal betting
The new area will fall under the structure of the newly created General Coordination for the Repression of Money Laundering and Asset Recovery.
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Licensing only a fraction of African iGaming market entry costs, SOFTSWISS panel finds
Africa, a continent of separate markets
Read summary →UK gambling’s tax argument has a split personality problem
Holding two seemingly contradictory positions at the same time is not uncommon in business. But few examples in the UK gambling sector have illustrated this tension quite as clearly as the debate over gambling taxes throughout much of this year. Following the April increase in Remote Gaming Duty (RGD) from 21% to 40%,…
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Ireland Leaves Online Gambling Levy Out of Draft EU Budget Plan
Ireland has left a proposed online gambling levy out of the first draft of the European Union’s 2028-2034 budget, despite earlier calls for the measure to be included. The omission emerged after Ireland, which took over as lead negotiator of the budget process in July, published its initial framework for discussions o…
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New Zealand names all operators cleared for second licensing stage
A number of gambling operators have won the rights to apply for any of the 15 online licences available under New Zealand’s new gambling regime. Among the 11 brands are gambling heavyweights like Entain, SkyCity, Stake and Betway. Interestingly, Betway was given rights to the most number of applications. All approved …
Read summary →SBC Summit 2026: ZeroUm Group analiza el futuro del mercado regulado de apuestas en Brasil
Durante SBC Summit 2026, Matt Sahakian, iGaming consultant & Advisor de ZeroUm Group, analizó el futuro de la industria de apuestas online en Brasil, el impacto de la incertidumbre regulatoria […]
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Nevada gaming regulators advance technical standards overhaul, target October 2027 implementation
Intended to consolidate scattered regulations
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SBC Summit 2026: Novibet prepara nuevos productos mientras enfrenta la incertidumbre regulatoria en Brasil
Novibet prepara el lanzamiento de dos nuevos productos para los próximos meses, en un contexto marcado por la creciente competencia en las apuestas deportivas y la incertidumbre regulatoria en Latinoamérica, […]
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Kenya gambling licence fee is unset, while demand rose 29.5%
From July to September Kenya’s iGaming demand climbed 29.5% while the High Court left the new licence fee unset. The fee for a new Kenya gambling licence has been in dispute since 20 July 2026, when the High Court froze the Gambling Control (Licensing) Regulations. Judgement in that case did not come on 2 October … Th…
Read summary →Argentina’s San Juan province prepares tender for five online gambling licences
Argentina’s San Juan province is preparing to tender five online gambling licences as it moves towards opening a locally regulated iGaming market. The Caja de Acción Social (CAS), led by Juan Pablo Medina, is drafting the tender specifications, although officials have not announced when the process will begin. San Jua…
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New Zealand invites 11 companies to apply for an online gaming license
SkyCity, TAB, Bwetay and Stake among those still involved The Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) in New Zealand has published a list of 11 companies that have progressed to the next round for online gaming licences. They have now been invited to apply for one of the 15 licenses available under New Zealand’s Online C…
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New South Wales’ Liquor & Gaming targets pokies shutdown hours compliance
Gaming machines in NSW venues must be switched off between 4am and 10am each day Liquor & Gaming New South Wales (L&GNSW) is stepping up efforts to reduce gambling harm through an intelligence-led operation targeting compliance with new mandatory gaming machine shutdown requirements. As part of the NSW Government’s on…
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Botswana’s Gambling Market Delivers $94.6m as Black Market Shrinks
Botswana’s regulated gambling sector generated P1.3bn (US$94.6m) in revenue during 2025/26, as the number of people using illegal betting platforms dropped sharply following the introduction of online betting licences. Gambling Authority CEO Moruntshi Kemorwale shared the figures, saying the market has shifted signifi…
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Luiz Felipe Maia: Proibição das bets gera desconfiança em relação ao Brasil não só quanto ao setor de apostas, mas em qualquer atividade econômica
Um dos mais renomados advogados do setor de jogos e apostas afirma que a medida eleitoreira não se sustentará no Judiciário e no Congresso. Ele aponta perda de arrecadação de R$ 15 bilhões e migração de apostadores para o mercado ilegal.
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