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Colombia Court Suspends Key Parts of Coljuegos Advertising Rules for Online Gambling Operators
Colombia's Council of State has provisionally suspended certain provisions of Coljuegos' 2023 advertising resolution for online gambling operators following a legal challenge.
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NCAA Bans Former Iona Player Adam Njie Jr. in Alleged Game-Fixing Plot
The NCAA has banned former Iona player Adam Njie Jr. in connection with an alleged college basketball game-fixing scheme detailed in a federal indictment.
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Fazenda avalia primeiro ano da regulamentação das bets como bem-sucedido e reforça foco no combate ao mercado ilegal
Brazil's Finance Ministry has assessed the first year of sports betting regulation as successful, with officials reaffirming focus on combating unlicensed operators in the market.
Read summary →Surveys raise concerns over illegal World Cup betting in UK
New UK research reveals players struggle to identify licensed betting sites for FIFA World Cup 2026, raising concerns about illegal wagering amid government's new Illegal Gambling Taskforce.
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Ecuador raises licensing and compliance requirements for sports betting companies
Ecuador tightens sports betting market entry through secondary legislation, raising economic and regulatory thresholds for prospective operators.
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Brazilian Finance Ministry regulates joint tax liability for institutions that enable unauthorised betting
Brazil's Finance Ministry establishes joint tax liability for financial institutions facilitating unlicensed betting operations.
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Alfinetei obtém direito de resposta na Justiça contra ICL Notícias por ‘fake news’
Brazilian court grants right of reply to social media profile Alfinetei against ICL Notícias over unsubstantiated betting financing allegations.
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CFTC seeks injunction against Illinois prediction market tax and licensing fee
The CFTC filed a modified federal lawsuit challenging Illinois' tax and fee structure on prediction market operators, arguing the state is regulating federally designated contract markets.
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Pascal Chevremont pledges tough line as new head of French gambling regulator
Incoming ANJ president Chevremont signals stricter compliance expectations for online operators, succeeding Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin.
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Austria publishes long-awaited draft law for online gambling liberalisation
Austria's coalition government releases draft legislation to dismantle online gaming monopoly, with cooling-off provisions for grey market operators.
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Presidente da ABRAJOGO considera medidas contra mercado ilegal um marco técnico para o iGaming
ABRAJOGO president Witoldo Hendrich Jr. views coordinated actions against illegal gambling as a technical milestone for Brazilian iGaming.
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Nevada Gaming Commission Considers Removing Dead Mobsters From Black Book
The Nevada Gaming Commission will review whether to remove deceased mob figures William Cammisano Jr. and Peter Ribaste from Nevada's List of Excluded Persons.
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Febraban apoia nova regra para o bloqueio de bets ilegais no país
Brazil's banking federation Febraban has endorsed new Ministry of Finance regulations aimed at blocking illegal betting operators, calling the measures 'highly positive and crucial' for the country.
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Has the UK’s black market threat been overstated?
Industry debate intensifies over whether the UK's unlicensed gambling sector poses the existential threat operators and regulators have claimed.
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Dutch Gambling Association Takes Meta to Court Over Illegal Ads
VNLOK, representing Dutch licensed operators, sues Meta for allegedly permitting widespread unlicensed gambling advertisements on Facebook and Instagram.
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Austria To End Online Gambling Monopoly in 2027
Austria plans to dismantle its online gambling monopoly by 2027, marking a major regulatory shift, though political consensus remains elusive ahead of a summer deadline.
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HIPTHER presenta HALLO, una nueva plataforma diseñada para conectar a las organizaciones con expertos en cumplimiento normativo
HIPTHER launched HALLO, a platform connecting organizations with compliance, legal operations, and regulatory services professionals.
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Thailand Blocks Thousands of Illegal Gambling URLs as World Cup Gets Underway
Thailand's Ministry of Digital Economy and Society blocked over 13,800 illegal gambling URLs in early 2026 World Cup period.
Read summary →Dutch trade body threatens Meta with EC complaint over gambling ads
Dutch gambling trade body VNLOK prepares European Commission complaint against Meta for failing to prevent illegal gambling advertisements.
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PlayCity collaborates with Kick to crackdown on illegal gambling ads
PlayCity and Kick partner to combat unlicensed gambling advertising as Ukraine's regulator launches public complaint mechanism.
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How licensing affects players, partners, and the market
Licensing shapes relationships between platforms, players, and partners, transforming betting from product into ecosystem component.
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Thailand Blocks 13,888 Gambling Links in Pre-World Cup Crackdown
Thailand's Ministry of Digital Economy and Society blocked nearly 14,000 illegal gambling websites ahead of major sporting events to curb unlicensed betting activity.
Read summary →Perú permite la venta de loterías en más comercios
Peru's competition authority ruled that health ministry restrictions on lottery and betting sales in retail outlets were unlawful, expanding distribution channels for licensed games.
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“Quem sempre deu suporte ao mercado ilegal precisa ser responsabilizado”, afirma Amilton Noble
A Brazilian government official has stated that those who have supported illegal gaming markets must be held accountable as federal authorities announce measures to combat unlicensed platforms.
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ANJL apoya nuevas medidas del Ministerio de Hacienda para combatir el mercado ilegal de apuestas en Brasil
Brazil's National Gaming and Lottery Association endorses government measures to intensify enforcement against unlicensed sports betting operators.
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Minnesota Ramps Up Battle With Trump in Court Filing Against Prediction Markets
Minnesota authorities accuse Trump of seeking to regulate prediction markets for personal benefit in court filings against Kalshi, Polymarket, and the CFTC.
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Gobierno de Brasil intensifica lucha contra las apuestas ilegales
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva issues executive order authorizing resource seizure against unlicensed sports betting operators.
Read summary →Febraban apoia medidas do governo para enfrentar bets ilegais com asfixia de instituições financeiras e de pagamentos
Federação Brasileira de Bancos apontou como "positivas e cruciais" as medidas do governo que regulamentam o bloqueio de recursos de bets clandestinas. Segundo a entidade, o setor bancário já havia adotado medidas de autorregulação em novembro do ano passado para complementar as ações do Banco Central e do Ministério d…
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Dutch iGaming Association to Take Meta to Court over Illegal Ads
VNLOK, the Dutch online gambling association, plans legal action against Meta for failing to prevent illegal gambling advertisements on its platforms.
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Francophone iGaming Trends from Canada to West Africa
French-language markets span Canada, West Africa, and other regions, but regulatory, economic, and infrastructure differences prevent unified market treatment.
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Finland Fines Streamer Who Promoted Offshore Gambling
Finland has fined an online personality for promoting unlicensed gambling websites to Finnish customers in violation of the country's monopoly licensing model.
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Premier Bet Malawi to Sponsor Independence Day music concert on July 4,2026, Malawi.
Premier Bet Malawi has committed K10 million to sponsor Malawi's Independence Day music concert scheduled for July 4, 2026, in Lilongwe.
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Brazil introduces new powers to freeze illegal betting funds
Brazil has implemented a new mechanism to freeze financial assets held by illegal online gambling operators, strengthening enforcement against unlicensed betting platforms.
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Thai govt. blocks over 13,000 illegal gambling URLs during World Cup
Thailand's Digital Economy and Society Ministry blocked more than 13,000 URLs linked to illegal gambling sites during the 2026 FIFA World Cup period.
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Entain Considers CEE Exit as UK Tax Hike Forces Hard Choices
Entain is reportedly exploring options for its Central and Eastern European business as UK tax increases pressure the FTSE-listed operator to reassess its portfolio.
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Bangladesh cabinet greenlights gambling bill covering online betting, digital wallets
Bangladesh's cabinet approved a new gambling law addressing online betting, digital wallets, and match-fixing, modernizing regulations that dated to 1867.
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Kahnawà:ke Pulls Out of Supreme Court iGaming Liquidity Appeal
The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke has withdrawn from the Supreme Court case challenging Ontario's authority to pool peer-to-peer iGaming liquidity with players outside Canada.
Read summary →Meta Faces Dutch Lawsuit Over Illegal Gambling Advertising
VNLOK is pursuing legal action against Meta in the EU and filing complaints regarding the platform's handling of unlicensed gambling advertisements.
Read summary →Indiana Gaming Commission to Consider NCAA Request for College Athlete Prop Bet Ban
The NCAA has requested that Indiana prohibit proposition wagers on college athletes, with the IGC scheduled to consider the proposal at its June 25 meeting.
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Austria online market to open in 2027 with ‘cooling off’ period
A draft Austrian law opening the online market in 2027 includes a cooling-off period that could initially exclude many existing operators from participation.
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HIPTHER Launches HALLO: The Standard in Compliance Expertise
HIPTHER has introduced HALLO, a platform designed to connect organizations with compliance and legal operations expertise.
Read summary →Jury still out on Estonia’s gambling tax cuts
Six months after reducing remote gambling tax rates, Estonia lacks clear evidence on whether the policy shift has achieved its intended economic or regulatory goals.
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Brazil’s Gambling Crackdown Puts Pressure on South Africa to Act
Brazil's government moves beyond operator enforcement to asset freezing against illegal betting platforms, signaling regional regulatory escalation.
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Dutch trade body to sue Meta over illegal gambling ads
VNLOK, the Dutch online gambling trade body, plans legal action against Meta for permitting unlicensed gambling advertisements across its platforms.
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PopOK Gaming secures Swiss iGaming market with official game certification
PopOK Gaming obtains regulatory certification for Switzerland, enabling distribution of its casino portfolio to licensed local operators.
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New Congress Bill Seeks to Ban Lawmakers From Prediction Market Bets Tied to Political Events
Rep. Bryan Steil has introduced legislation prohibiting members of Congress, their spouses, and dependents from wagering on prediction markets tied to political outcomes.
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Betfred to temporarily stop operating in Ireland from June 30
Betfred will cease Irish operations temporarily from June 30, 2026, ahead of the country's new gambling licensing framework launching July 1.
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“A gap between confidence and reality” – Entain fires back at illegal gambling on social media
Entain has launched a campaign highlighting consumer confusion between legal and illegal betting sites, raising concerns with football and intellectual property authorities.
Read summary →Entain Weighs CEE Stake Sale to EMMA Capital Amid UK Tax Pressures
Entain is exploring strategic options for its Central and Eastern Europe joint venture, including a potential sale to EMMA Capital, as UK tax pressures reshape portfolio priorities.
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Russia Moves to Slash Online Casino Blocking Times as Crackdown Intensifies
Russia's Federation Council approved legislation to accelerate online casino website blocking from days to 48 hours, intensifying regulatory enforcement against unauthorised gambling.
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Dutch Operators Issued 1.2M Gambling Warnings in 2025, VNLOK Report Reveals
VNLOK, the Dutch trade association for licensed operators, reports that legal online gambling operators issued 1.2 million responsible gambling warnings in 2025.
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Kentucky Attorney General sues Kalshi, Polymarket & VGW
Kentucky's Attorney General filed three separate lawsuits against prediction market and gaming operators, alleging violations of state gambling law.
Read summary →Finnish Influencer Fined €2,480 for Illegal Gambling Ads
Finnish court fines content creator for violating gambling marketing restrictions during market transition period.
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Germany targets ADI Predictstreet’s World Cup ads
Germany's GGL launches regulatory review into ADI Predictstreet's World Cup 2026 advertising over potential violations of gambling law.
Read summary →How licensing makes a difference for players, partners, and the market: 1xBet
Licensing shapes relationships between operators, players, and partners, transforming betting into part of a regulated legal and financial ecosystem.
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Asia Gaming eBrief: Offshore jurisdictions raise bar on player dispute rules
Offshore gaming regulators, led by Curacao's new LOK framework, are elevating alternative dispute resolution from optional practice to mandatory licensing requirement.
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Estonia’s Gambling Tax Cut Has Yet to Draw New Operators
Estonia's reduced online gambling tax has failed to attract new operators so far, despite expectations that lower rates would boost market entry.
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How licensing makes a difference for players, partners, and the market
Gaming licensing extends beyond operators to reshape player protections, partner relationships, and market integrity within a regulated ecosystem.
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Ireland Tightens Gambling Oversight With New Risk Rules
Ireland's Gambling Regulatory Authority implements national risk assessment and 30-point action plan to strengthen supervision and address money laundering concerns.
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Bangladesh gives in-principle approval to draft gambling law
Bangladesh Cabinet approves the draft Gambling Prevention Act, 2026, marking a significant step toward formalising the nation's gambling regulatory framework.
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