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CFTC sues New Mexico over attempt to apply state gaming laws to prediction markets
The CFTC is suing New Mexico, challenging the state's attempt to regulate prediction markets under its gaming laws, marking the eighth such state clash.
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Austria weighs cooling-off period for grey-market operators
As Austria finalizes its new iGaming law, lawmakers are reportedly debating a 'cooling-off' period for operators transitioning from the grey market.
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SBC Summit’s Global Regulations track tackles gambling’s biggest regulatory shifts
SBC Summit will feature a dedicated Global Regulations track on September 29, 2026, focusing on significant market changes, regulatory reviews, and political challenges in the global gambling landscape.
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Swedish court overturns gambling regulator fine against Roar Vegas
Sweden's Administrative Court in Linköping has overturned an SEK8m fine against Roar Vegas, ruling the regulator failed to prove a breach of duty of care obligations.
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Visa, Mastercard and Amex hit with Florida cease-and-desist
Florida's Attorney General has issued cease-and-desist letters to Visa, Mastercard, and Amex, alleging they may be violating state law by processing payments for unlicensed offshore gambling operators.
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KSA issues warning to Betnation over self-exclusion failures
The Dutch gambling authority (KSA) has issued a warning to Betnation's parent company, Smart Gaming, for failing to adequately enforce self-exclusion laws and conduct mandatory player checks.
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Zimbabwe Introduces its First Dedicated Cryptocurrency Regulator.
Zimbabwe has launched its first dedicated cryptocurrency regulator, requiring businesses involved in crypto transactions to register with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).
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Slovakia strengthens gambling ad rules during World Cup 2026
Slovakia's gambling regulator will increase oversight of gambling advertisements during the FIFA World Cup 2026 period, warning operators to adhere strictly to consumer protection and responsible gambling laws.
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Filip Jelavić, BGF: “Regulators must recognise that excessive or poorly designed regulation can unintentionally strengthen the illegal market”
Filip Jelavić of the Balkan Gaming Federation warns that overly strict or flawed regulations could inadvertently bolster the illegal gambling market.
Read summary →Swedish Court Quashes LeoVegas Fine
Sweden's Administrative Court in Linköping has overturned a €735,336 fine previously imposed on Roar Vegas, a subsidiary of LeoVegas.
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Betnation Warned Over Cruks Checks
The Dutch gambling authority, KSA, has issued a warning to Smart Gaming, the operator of Betnation, for failing to properly conduct checks against the Cruks self-exclusion register.
Read summary →Sweden’s Licensed Gambling Market Share Remains Stable at 84% for 2025
Spelinspektionen estimates that Sweden's licensed gambling market share held steady at 84% in 2025, indicating continued stability in the regulated sector.
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Swedish court sides with LeoVegas in $852K penalty case
A Swedish court has overturned a significant fine against LeoVegas subsidiary Roar Vegas, which was initially imposed for alleged duty of care breaches.
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LONASE Inaugurates New Agency in Diourbel to Enhance Regional Proximity
The Senegal National Lottery (LONASE) has opened a new agency in Diourbel, aiming to improve service quality and accessibility for stakeholders in the region.
Read summary →Kalshi Sets Daily Volume Record As Lifetime Volume Passes $100B
Kalshi crossed two major trading milestones in the past week. The prediction markets platform crossed $100 billion lifetime volume on Friday. Then Kalshi surpassed $1 billion in volume on both... The post Kalshi Sets Daily Volume Record As Lifetime Volume Passes $100B appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
Read summary →British gaming entrepreneur on track for Nevada licensing as major Bally’s shareholder
A British entrepreneur, co-founder of an online bingo and iCasino operator acquired by Bally's, is set to receive a Nevada gaming license as a significant shareholder.
Read summary →SBC Americas: Regulators ramp up efforts to combat illegal markets
Florida gaming regulators are facing increased challenges in combating illegal online gambling operations, which lack physical locations and present new tracking difficulties.
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Nevada seeks enforcement of court order against Kalshi as California ramps up legal efforts
Nevada and California are escalating legal efforts against Kalshi, indicating significant stakes for both states and the platform involved in financial derivatives.
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Why 1xBet invests in global licensing and long-term stability
1xBet is prioritizing global licensing and long-term stability, signaling a strategic shift away from rapid expansion as the primary growth driver in the betting industry.
Read summary →Big 12 Sues Texas AG Ken Paxton and Texas Tech Over Right to Punish Gambling QB Sorsby
The Big 12 Conference has filed a federal lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Texas Tech, seeking confirmation of its authority to penalize the school over quarterback Brendan Sorsby's gambling activities.
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Brazil’s Regulated Betting Market Is Producing Real Fiscal Results. The Illegal Market Is Still Producing Real Competition.
Brazil collected R$4.586 billion in betting taxes over four months of 2026, yet illegal operators remain a formidable competitive force ahead of the World Cup.
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Kentucky: Coalition sues to block state’s new 14.25% prediction markets tax
A coalition including Kalshi, Crypto.com, and Polymarket has filed a lawsuit challenging Kentucky's new 14.25% excise tax on prediction market operators.
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NyesteCasino.com Reports: Pressures of Regulation and Growth
NyesteCasino.com's latest analysis highlights a complex iGaming environment, marked by increased regulatory pressures and ongoing global expansion, including crypto casino localization.
Read summary →Is the UK’s under-16 social media ban a win for online bookmakers?
A UK ban on social media for under-16s could inadvertently benefit gambling operators by broadening the public narrative around online advertising and targeting.
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Betnation’s Cruks failure: Why the KSA chose a warning over a fine
The Dutch regulator, KSA, opted for a warning over a fine for Betnation's failure to check the national self-exclusion register, emphasizing the importance of operator diligence.
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While the regulated betting market in Brazil is generating real fiscal results, the illegal market continues to generate real competition
New tax data, a World Cup on the horizon, and the question of tax enforcement that Brazil can no longer postpone. Article by Alex W. Pariente, an executive with nearly three decades in regulated gaming and integrated resort development.
Read summary →Wave of Filings Expands Prediction Market Legal Battles Across New York, Kentucky, Nevada, and New Mexico
A surge of legal filings in New York, Kentucky, Nevada, and New Mexico escalates the ongoing disputes over prediction market regulation and operation.
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Paid PR: NyesteCasino.com reports – igaming industry navigates dual pressures of regulation and growth
Igaming analysis resource NyesteCasino.com releases its latest industry overview, highlighting a week defined by intensifying regulatory scrutiny alongside continued global market expansion
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Royal Ascot reaches 180 territories as TV strategy shifts
Royal Ascot's 2026 broadcast will extend to a record 180 territories via 30 networks, with new free-to-air deals signaling a shift in its TV distribution strategy.
Read summary →Regulators need more tools, cooperation to combat illegal gambling sites
Sports Betting Regulators Association CEO Ed Martin highlighted the challenges regulators face in policing illegal gambling, noting some operate as civil agencies.
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O mercado regulado de apostas no Brasil está gerando resultados fiscais reais. O mercado ilegal continua gerando concorrência real
Novos dados tributários, uma Copa do Mundo no horizonte e a pergunta sobre fiscalização que o Brasil não pode mais adiar. Artigo de Alex W. Pariente, executivo com quase três décadas em gaming regulado e desenvolvimento de resorts integrados.
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Netherlands eyes near-total online ad ban in new gambling harm strategy
The Dutch government's new five-year gambling harm strategy proposes a near-total ban on online advertising, though the minimum age for high-risk products will not be raised.
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Swedish court overturns LeoVegas fine for alleged responsible gambling breaches
A Swedish court has overturned a fine previously issued to Roar Vegas (part of LeoVegas) for alleged breaches of responsible gambling regulations.
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Dutch regulator raps Betnation over self-exclusion failures
The Dutch gambling authority (KSA) has issued a warning to Smart Gaming, the operator of Betnation, for failing to properly implement self-exclusion measures.
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Why New Zealand is choosing caution over speed in its iGaming rollout
New Zealand's iGaming market is progressing deliberately, with a projected 2027 launch indicating a focus on careful planning and regulatory oversight.
Read summary →BGC extends open invitation for black market dialogue to tech firms
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) is urging major tech companies like Meta and Google to collaborate in combating the illegal gambling market.
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KSA imposes €886,000 fine on 711 B.V. for failing duty of care
The Dutch gambling authority fined 711 B.V. €886,000 for breaching its duty of care and issued a warning to TOTO online for violating advertising rules.
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Swedish court overturns SEK8m sanction against LeoVegas
A Swedish court has reversed a SEK8 million fine previously issued to Roar Vegas, a subsidiary of LeoVegas, by the Swedish Gambling Authority.
Read summary →Titus Accuses CFTC Of ‘Blatant Corruption,’ ‘Cozying Up’ To Trumps
Rep. Dina Titus did not hold back in criticizing the Commodity Futures Trading Commission‘s approval of sports contracts on prediction markets. “The ’s proposed rule reinforces its... The post Titus Accuses CFTC Of ‘Blatant Corruption,’ ‘Cozying Up’ To Trumps appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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FIFA’s player transfer reform arrives with no plans for compensation
Reforms stem from Lassana Diarra’s challenge to FIFA’s transfer rules, yet he remains uncompensated for the losses the court found unlawful An agreement between FIFA and FIFPRO to adopt a modern governance framework within FIFA’s institutions structures has been welcomed as a governance reset, but a players’ rights gr…
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Netherlands to introduce complete ban on online gambling ads, bonuses
The Dutch government plans to ban online gambling advertising and bonuses under a broad tightening of the country's regulated market. The post Netherlands to introduce complete ban on online gambling ads, bonuses appeared first on NEXT.io.
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KSA blasts TOTO Online for breaching ‘role model’ ban
Dutch gambling regulator the KSA has criticised TOTO Online for violating a national ban on using role models in gambling adverts. The post KSA blasts TOTO Online for breaching ‘role model’ ban appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Finland’s latest draft regulations ban online autoplay and enforce maximum slot stakes
Ahead of the market's launch in 2027, Finland’s Ministry of the Interior has set out mandatory RTP rates and online slots stake limits for operators.
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Illegal gambling battle will define global regulatory success, says Mpumalanga regulator
Mtsweni says regulators must evolve alongside technology if they are to combat increasingly sophisticated illegal gambling operators.
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Progress Party restates intention to end Norway’s gambling monopoly
Himanshu Gulati, of Norway's Progress Party, restates the party's intention to transition to a licensed online gambling model.
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Regulatory stalemate threatens Italy’s gambling sector, warns trade body
The EGP-FIPE criticised local restrictions, calling them largely ineffective for reducing problem gambling.
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Brazil’s Regulated Betting Market Is Producing Real Fiscal Results. The Illegal Market Is Still Producing Real Competition.
Brazil collected R$4.586 billion in betting taxes over four months of 2026, yet illegal operators remain a formidable competitive force ahead of the World Cup.
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Bally’s extension to temporary Chicago licence included in Illinois omnibus revenue bill
An extension bill for the temporary Bally's Chicago licence didn't pass, but the language was included in the state's omnibus revenue bill.
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Swiss gambling turnover remains below CHF4bn in 2025, reports Gespa
The data also revealed that online sales contributed to almost a quarter of Switzerland's regulated lottery and sports-betting sector.
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Carlos Lima named new executive president of the IBJR
The executive arrives at the IBJR with a mission to strengthen the regulated market as an instrument for consumer protection, sector integrity and economic development.
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South Korea launches reward-based tip line to crack down on illegal World Cup betting
South Korean authorities are intensifying efforts to block illegal betting sites during the 2026 World Cup.
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Alex W. Pariente Warns of the Hidden Costs of the Illegal Gaming Market in Brazil
Brazil's illegal online gaming market imposes costs beyond lost tax revenue, including social harms, criminal exposure, and institutional credibility erosion.
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New Zealand introduces online gambling regulations ahead of licensing process
The new regulations will come into force on 3 July 2026, the same month as the new and competitive licensing process will begin in the country.
Read summary →Chile Now Taxes the Online Gambling It Will Not License
Chile has created a VAT channel for offshore betting operators, a step some interpret as quasi-legitimacy but which offers neither indemnity nor immunity.
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Singapore police probe 30 suspects in illegal online gambling investigation
An enforcement operation in Singapore has linked 30 individuals to unlawful gambling activities and alleged financial crime offences.
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Autoridade de jogos francesa alerta para ‘Zona de Risco’ nas apostas durante a Copa do Mundo 2026
Campanha da ANJ transforma o aviso legal das propagandas de jogos em uma faixa amarela de alerta Este artigo Autoridade de jogos francesa alerta para ‘Zona de Risco’ nas apostas durante a Copa do Mundo 2026, é foi referenciado anteriormente no blog Media Bet Brasil - Media Bet Brasil, Seu guia de apostas e igaming onl…
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The VPN dilemma: A regulatory loophole or gambling’s red herring?
The UK Gambling Commission is struggling to measure illegal gambling as VPN use grows, raising questions about visibility, enforcement and the true scale of the black market.
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UK gambling industry generated £4.5 billion in GGY during Q4 2025, says Gambling Commission
The GGY generated represents a 2.27% rise in revenue from Q4 2024, when the GC reported a total of £4.4 billion.
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Executivos do setor avaliam como positivo o Marco Legal de Combate ao Mercado Ilegal de Jogos e Apostas
Proposta aprovada na Comissão de Finanças e Tributação da Câmara amplia pressão sobre bancos e instituições financeiras no combate às bets clandestinas.
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