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LuckyStreak adds PlayEola’s AI-native games to LuckyConnect
The deal gives operators on LuckyConnect access to PlayEola’s in-house-developed slots, crash and instant games through a single… The post LuckyStreak adds PlayEola’s AI-native games to LuckyConnect appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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STF retoma trabalhos e decidirá se proibição de jogos de azar prevista em legislação de 1941 é compatível com a Constituição
Recurso com repercussão geral discute se a definição como infração penal da exploração de jogos de azar, constante da Lei das Contravenções Penais (1941), choca-se com a Constituição de 1988 The post STF retoma trabalhos e decidirá se proibição de jogos de azar prevista em legislação de 1941 é compatível com a Constit…
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Nominations open for the 2027 RTG Global Awards as programme expands to twelve categories
The RTG Global Awards have opened nominations for their 2027 edition, expanding from six to 12 categories to recognise excellence in gambling regulation, compliance, integrity, safer gambling, and research, while introducing new awards focused on black-market disruption and harm-prevention initiatives. Press release.-…
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PAGCOR Gives Online Gaming Suppliers Until September to Meet New Licensing Rules
Operators Without Accreditation Face System Shutdowns From October Online gaming suppliers in the Philippines have been given more time to comply with a major regulatory overhaul after the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR) pushed back its accreditation deadline by two months. Instead of the original July …
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Gambling Authority Promotes Responsible Gambling at the Walala Wasala Charity Cup
The Gambling Authority of Botswana recently participated in the Walala Wasala Charity Cup, highlighting its dedication to fostering a culture of sportsmanship, teamwork, and giving back within the community. The Walala Wasala Charity Cup, also known as the BET267 Charity Soccer Spectacular, is a one-day football tourn…
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PopOK Gaming secures Portugal certification
PopOK Gaming has obtained certification for the Portuguese iGaming market, enabling the supplier to offer its portfolio of games to licensed operators in the country. The approval marks the latest addition to the company’s regulated market footprint and reflects compliance with Portugal’s technical and regulatory requ…
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Betfred to close UK betting shops as ‘gambling tax hike left us with no choice’ says CEO
The operator is considering closing up to 132 bookies in the UK, as part of a consultation to mitigate the impact of UK gambling tax hikes.
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Chelsea fined £10m by FA and handed suspended transfer ban
The FA has fined Chelsea £10m and imposed a suspended two-window transfer ban after the club admitted 74 breaches of agent and third-party rules Chelsea FC has been fined £10m and handed a registration ban covering two complete transfer windows, suspended until 30 June 2027, for breaches of the Football Association’s …
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PopOK Gaming Expands Regulated Market Footprint with Portugal Certification
PopOK Gaming has officially obtained certification for the Portuguese market, marking another important milestone in the company’s continued expansion across regulated iGaming jurisdictions. This achievement underscores PopOK Gaming’s ongoing commitment to meeting strict regulatory and technical standards required by …
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Philippines considers blanket ban on gambling ads
Senator Francis Escudero has introduced a new bill that aims to impose a blanket ban on gambling ads in the Philippines, which will cover TV, social media, radio, and print. According to Senate Bill 2347, sponsorships and celebrity endorsements of gambling products would also be prohibited, and companies found in viol…
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Cyprus lays down groundwork for effective gambling regulation
Regulated betting in the Republic of Cyprus grew 8% YoY to more than €1.3bn (£1.1bn) in turnover for 2025. To keep this trajectory going, the local market requires smart supervision and a forward-thinking regulatory strategy. Ahead of his attendance at SBC Summit Lisbon, Panagiotis Trisokkas, President of the Cypriot …
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New York Lottery Crowns Another $1M Winner
The New York Lottery has seen another resident win a seven-figure prize, with the lottery player in Jackson Heights scoring a $1,000,000 prize. Man Adds His Name to List of Recent New York Winners The winner, one Enrique Cabrera, claimed the prize from the aptly called $1,000,000 Bonus Cashword scratch-off game and ha…
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PAGCOR Extends Deadline for E-Gaming Supplier Licenses to September 30
Philippines Extends Transition For Online Gaming Suppliers Business-to-business suppliers serving Philippines-licensed online Gaming System Administrators now have until September 30… The post PAGCOR Extends Deadline for E-Gaming Supplier Licenses to September 30 appeared first on iGaming Express.
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UK Gambling Commission Flags Software Suppliers as Higher Money Laundering Risk
B2B supply chains push software sector from low to medium risk The UK’s gambling regulator has upgraded the money laundering risk rating for gambling software suppliers, identifying growing concerns over how licensed games reach illegal gambling websites through increasingly complex business-to-business supply chains.…
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FDJ Reviews Online Gaming Business
First-Half Results Under Pressure FDJ United said its first-half 2026 results were affected by higher gambling taxes and exceptional heatwaves… The post FDJ Reviews Online Gaming Business appeared first on iGaming Express.
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USPS Courier Nicks $2,600 Lottery Ticket – Gets in Trouble
A USPS mail carrier in Florida has been arrested on charges of stealing a winning lottery ticket for the Pick 4 lottery game, the Florida Lottery confirmed on Friday, July 31. USPS Gets Lawful Retribution Over Alleged $2,600 Petty Theft The woman, identified as Lekaysha Lockhart, had been arrested before the date of t…
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He Did It Again: Kentucky’s Record Powerball Winner Arrested on New Charge
James Farthing, the Kentucky man who made headlines after winning the state’s largest-ever Powerball jackpot, seems to have no rest. And it’s not because he’s busy spending his money on trips around the world or luxury cars. The now-controversial winner is once again at the center of legal trouble, this time around fo…
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Complex Iranian Gambling Network Allegedly Used to Skip Sanctions
A complex investigation by Reuters has revealed what could prove to be one of the world’s largest illegal online gambling networks allegedly used to move billions of dollars through cryptocurrency while helping sanctioned Iranian entities get access to international financial markets. 2,000 Platforms Possibly Involved…
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South Carolina Lawyer Targets DraftKings, Polymarket in Gambling Lawsuit
An attorney in South Carolina, Jame M. Hughes of Motley Rice has filed a complaint last week against Polymarket and DraftKings Predictions. The complaint stipulates that the companies have breached local gambling laws and offered games of chance without a formal authorization to do so. Prediction Markets Targeted Once…
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New York sues Kalshi over illegal gambling operations
On July 31, 2026, the state of New York filed a case against prediction market Kalshi, accusing the platform of running an illegal and unlicensed gambling operation and seeking to ban the company from continuing to offer its products in the state. The lawsuit was filed in a state supreme court in Manhattan, supported …
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Georgia and New Hampshire Lotteries Join Super Spin Jackpots
Instant Win Gaming (IWG), a leading supplier of eInstant games to NASPL and WLA-member lotteries, welcomes the Georgia Lottery and the New... Read More...
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UKGC raises gambling software to medium risk in 2026 AML assessment
Software suppliers are the only sector to move in the Gambling Commission’s latest assessment, which points to business-to-business… The post UKGC raises gambling software to medium risk in 2026 AML assessment appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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LuckyStreak supercharges LuckyConnect with PlayEola’s AI-native games
The addition of PlayEola reflects LuckyStreak’s commitment to combining proven, high-performing content with distinctive, next-generation studios using advanced technology to push creative boundaries and deliver fresh player experiences. The post LuckyStreak supercharges LuckyConnect with PlayEola’s AI-native games fi…
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Escudero Seeks Gambling Ad Ban and Celebrity Endorsement in the Philippines
Sen. Francis Escudero has proposed a bill that will impose a total ban on gambling advertisements and sponsorships all throughout the country. This bill, Senate Bill 2347, shall include the following platforms for banning gambling-related advertisements: TV, radio, print, online, and even social media. Bill Seeks Wide…
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Asia Gaming eBrief: Macau August GGR forecast to rise 4.5%
Some journeys are delayed rather than canceled. Seaport is banking on customers who postponed Macau trips during the World Cup to lift August GGR by 4.5 percent year-on-year to $2.87 billion, with further growth forecast for September. City of Dreams Sri Lanka, meanwhile, delivered $1.15 million in second-quarter EBIT…
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RTG Global Awards 2027 opens call for nominations with six new categories
Nominations are now open for the RTG Global Awards 2027, with an expanded awards programme set to recognise outstanding achievements, innovation, leadership and impact across the international gambling, wagering, racing and regulatory sectors. The post RTG Global Awards 2027 opens call for nominations with six new cat…
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New Zealand Imposes Restrictions on Online Casino Ads with Prohibition Against Luck and Ritual Claims
New Zealand has issued fresh guidance for licensed online casino operators that places strict limits on gambling advertising, including a ban on content that appeals to minors or relies on personal endorsements. The Department of Internal Affairs said the new rules are designed to shape how iGaming advertising is pres…
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Nominations open for 2027 RTG Global Awards at Sydney’s Regulating the Game conference with expanded program of 12 categories
The organizers of Sydney’s Regulating the Game conference have confirmed that nominations are now open for the second edition of […]
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Church leaders, child advocates and broadcasters press Australia’s Senate inquiry over gambling ad bill
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's gambling advertising reforms are drawing criticism from church leaders, child welfare groups and broadcasters, who told a Senate inquiry the legislation leaves children exposed to betting promotions while imposing costly new obligations on the country's media sector. The po…
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Mykyta Kim, Key2Law, on post-MiCA compliance: ‘A licence alone will no longer be enough to stand out’
In an interview with European Gaming, Mykyta Kim, chief executive officer of Key2Law, explains what the close of… The post Mykyta Kim, Key2Law, on post-MiCA compliance: ‘A licence alone will no longer be enough to stand out’ appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Japan’s Second IR Application Round Faces A Tight Timetable And Limited Visible Interest
Japan’s upcoming second round of applications for integrated resort licences remains on the calendar for 2027, but observers say investor enthusiasm may not match the first round as few local governments have publicly stepped forward. The window runs from May 6, 2027, to November 5, 2027, with 2 casino resort licenses…
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Brazil Allocates Betting Revenue to Federal Police Fund Under New Law
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has signed a new law that offers new funding possibilities for the Fund for the Equipment and Operationalisation of the Federal Police’s Core Activities (Funapol). On 8 July, the Federal Senate passed the legislation, which only needed presidential assent to come into forc…
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New York sues Kalshi over ‘illegal gambling’ claims
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against prediction market operator Kalshi, accusing the company of operating an illegal, unlicensed gambling business in violation of state law. Filed in the New York Supreme Court in Manhattan, the lawsuit alleges Kalshi offers wagering on sports, elections,…
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Louisiana’s sweepstakes casino ban takes effect alongside increase in penalties for illegal gambling
Louisiana’s new laws banning dual-currency sweepstakes casinos have entered into force, introducing higher fines. U.S.- Louisiana’s ban on dual-currency sweepstakes casinos has taken effect following the implementation of House Bill 883 and House Bill 53. Together, the new laws explicitly prohibit the model under stat…
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44 state attorneys general challenge CFTC authority over sports event contracts
A new filing adds to the growing legal conflict over federal vs state jurisdiction over prediction markets. U.S.- A coalition of 44 state attorneys general has submitted a letter to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) opposing the agency’s proposed rule on sports-related event contracts. The officials argu…
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Legitimuz comenta sobre Deepfakes no iGaming. As plataformas estão preparadas?
Para o setor de iGaming, que depende de verificação de identidade remota para cumprir exigências de KYC e idade mínima, essa evolução muda o tamanho do risco The post Legitimuz comenta sobre Deepfakes no iGaming. As plataformas estão preparadas? appeared first on BNLData.
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EU iGaming weekly: Betfred shop closures, FRA evidence delay, FDJ UNITED’s H1 loss
Britain’s online tax rise starts costing retail jobs, the Gambling Commission holds back its financial risk assessment (FRA)… The post EU iGaming weekly: Betfred shop closures, FRA evidence delay, FDJ UNITED’s H1 loss appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Macau GGR falls 8.4% YoY in July but rebounds from June
Macau GGR fell 8.4 percent YoY to $2.51 billion in July but rebounded 9.4 percent from June, broadly meeting analyst forecasts. The post Macau GGR falls 8.4% YoY in July but rebounds from June first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Macau GGR down 8.4% year-on-year to MOP$20.3 billion in July
Macau’s gross gaming revenue reached MOP$20.3 billion (US$2.51 billion) in July, down 8.4% year-on-year although representing a slight improvement compared […]
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ANJL realiza reunião para contribuições à consulta pública da Fazenda que redefine critérios para autorização a casas de apostas
Associados discutiram os principais temas da minuta da nova portaria, os impactos para as bets e o nível de criticidade.
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Nova York processa Kalshi por operação ilegal de apostas sem licença
Ação acusa plataforma de mercados de previsão de expor moradores, incluindo menores, a riscos financeiros e ignorar leis estaduais de jogos de azar The post Nova York processa Kalshi por operação ilegal de apostas sem licença appeared first on BNLData.
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Chile’s Responsible iGaming Association Says Regulated Market Could Reach $1.45 Billion by 2030
The debate over online gambling in Chile has taken another turn for the worse, as several online gambling operators have formed a new association to represent the industry called the Responsible iGaming Association (AGR). Its mission is to help the country get a regulatory plan through that would license online gambli…
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Allwyn Spearheads New Player Safety Research
Global lottery operator Allwyn continues to invest in player safety through a new initiative focused on academic research. The company has announced the first winners that will receive funding from its Player Protection Lab, a program designed to test how gambling behavior can be steered away from potential harm. This…
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Allwyn and UKGC Score Major Legal Win in Lottery License Dispute
The UK Court of Appeal has ruled against The New Lottery Company Limited (TNLC) and Northern & Shell PLC, denying their request to appeal an earlier High Court decision. The two parties will also no longer be able to file further appeals, hopefully marking the end of a lengthy legal battle. This decision should also […
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UK Court of Appeal upholds Allwyn’s National Lottery licence award
Rejecting attempt to overturn HC judgement
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Governança, compliance e combate ao mercado ilegal de jogos foi a tônica do GAT Brasil
Especialistas discutiram em profundidade o atual momento do setor e avaliaram as possibilidades da futura legalização de cassinos físicos no Brasil. O World Gaming Business foi parceiro global de mídia do encontro e contou com a participação da diretora LatAm, Liliana Costa.
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UK National Lottery tender appeal dismissed
The Court of Appeal has ended the long legal saga around the Gambling Commission’s tender for the National Lottery licence. UK.- The long-running legal saga surrounding the tender for the fourth UK National Lottery licence has reached its conclusion. Richard Desmond’s The New Lottery Corporation (TNLC) and Northern & …
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Lotep emite nota sobre decisão judicial que afeta venda de loterias na Paraíba
Autarquia aguarda intimação formal sobre determinação da Justiça Federal para acionar recursos e defende legalidade de sua atuação The post Lotep emite nota sobre decisão judicial que afeta venda de loterias na Paraíba appeared first on BNLData.
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Industry survey warns proposed UK gaming machine tax rise could risk jobs
UK.- Gaming hall operators warn that a significant rise in tax would impact on investment and could lead to closures. An industry survey highlights concern over an influential think tank’s proposal for an increase in Machine Games Duty (MGD) in the UK. The Social Market Foundation (SMF) last month proposed that Machin…
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Appeals court lets AI pricing antitrust claims against Atlantic City casinos proceed
Panel cites collusion risk from algorithms
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Illinois expands addiction treatment framework to include gambling disorders
Senate Bill 2749 places gambling disorder alongside substance use. U.S.- Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed Senate Bill 2749 into law, recognising gambling disorder as part of the state’s Substance Use Disorder Act. The measure expands the role of the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) Division of Subs…
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Regulatory trends 2026: SOFTSWISS shares first half-year recap
New report
Read summary →SBC Summit analizará el futuro del diseño de productos de iGaming con foco en KYC invisible e inteligencia artificial
La conferencia reunirá a operadores, desarrolladores y expertos tecnológicos para explorar cómo la IA, el diseño centrado en el usuario y la innovación en productos pueden mejorar la experiencia de los jugadores y fortalecer la fidelización. SBC Summit dedicará una de sus principales sesiones de la agenda a analizar c…
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BMM Testlabs to exhibit at Australasian Gaming Expo 2026 in Sydney
To highlight its compliance services
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No luck, fate or rituals allowed in gambling ads warns New Zealand legislation guidance
Strict rules around appealing to minors and personal endorsements are banned from iGaming ads in New Zealand, new guidance has reported.
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SBC Summit to spotlight AI-powered design, invisible KYC in iGaming product track
On Sept. 30
Read summary →Prediction Markets Weekly Roundup: Courts Split, New York Sues Kalshi, IG Buys Underdog
Conflicting court rulings and a major acquisition underscored both the legal uncertainty and commercial momentum surrounding prediction markets. Prediction markets saw another eventful week as courts issued conflicting rulings on federal preemption, New York launched a lawsuit against Kalshi, and IG Group agreed to ac…
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