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How operators can turn regulatory complexity into growth opportunities
As sportsbooks expand across more markets, navigating an increasingly fragmented regulatory landscape is becoming a key driver of long-term success. Paul Finnigen, director of operational compliance at Kambi, tells iGB how the right technology can turn compliance from an operational challenge into a competitive advant…
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NWGB and SAPS Conduct Crackdown on Illegal Gambling in Matlosana
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB), in collaboration with the South African Police Service (SAPS), recently conducted enforcement inspections across the City of Matlosana to combat illegal gambling. In a decisive effort to uphold provincial laws and protect local residents, the NWGB and SAPS have intensified their j…
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Connecticut Judge Says CFTC Cannot Override Court, Denies Kalshi Injunction
The CFTC “lacks the authority to dictate an order that conflicts with this Court’s decision,” according to the denial. A Connecticut judge has denied Kalshi’s emergency motion for an injunction pending appeal, rejecting the company’s attempt to use the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) “market emergency” o…
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GCGRA signs MoU with Abu Dhabi financial regulator to strengthen cooperation
The federal gaming regulator of the UAE was established in 2023 and has since granted licences to both iGaming and land-based operators.
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UK Gambling Commission warns consumers struggle to spot illegal social media lotteries
Removes 252 illegal lotteries
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SBC Summit adds Global Payment Compliance track to 2026 agenda
On September 30
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Rank Group warns UK gambling tax hikes could force bingo halls, casinos to close
Annual gaming revenue rises 5% to $1.13B Richard Harris, Rank Group's CEO
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The regulatory landscape for crypto payments globally
Global crypto use is rising, but businesses face fragmented regulation and inconsistent compliance. Crypto payments are undoubtedly more common than they were a couple of years ago, and regulators defining rules for the space have played a big part in this trend. Regulation has altered how crypto payments are perceive…
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Coljuegos introduces temporary relief measures for land-based operators affected by earthquake
Online operators must, in general, adhere to existing payment schedules, though the regulator noted there would be case-by-case exceptions.
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SolutionsHub appoints senior iGaming executive Gary Harrison as Chief Commercial Officer
Harrison brings more than two decades of senior commercial, technology and business development experience SolutionsHub, a provider of iGaming licensing and regulatory services, has appointed experienced executive Gary Harrison as Chief Commercial Officer. Harrison brings more than two decades of senior commercial, te…
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Apostas esportivas deverão financiar tratamento de viciados em jogos no SUS
Projeto de Lei 4.761/2026 propõe taxa de 2% sobre a arrecadação das operadoras para saúde mental no Sistema Único de Saúde The post Apostas esportivas deverão financiar tratamento de viciados em jogos no SUS appeared first on BNLData.
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Why PayPal has courted Stripe’s interest again after rejecting $53bn offer
Stripe and Advent’s initial $53bn offer to buy PayPal was rejected last month, but the payments company has re-entered negotiations with both companies. PayPal has reopened talks with Stripe and Advent International over a potential buyout after rejecting a $53bn initial offer from the consortium in July. According to…
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ISJ and MAGLA Explore MoU to Strengthen Gaming Regulation in Angola and Malawi
On Wednesday, August 13, the Institute of Gambling Oversight (ISJ) of Angola hosted a high-level delegation from the Malawi Games and Lottery Authority (MAGLA) to discuss the future of the gaming and lottery sectors in both nations. The meeting, led by ISJ Director-General Nerethz Tati and MAGLA Director-General Mucha…
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Bulgaria introduces licensing system for gambling affiliates
From August 1, 2026, Bulgaria introduced a new licensing system specifically for gambling affiliates, targeting portals, digital intermediaries, and companies that send traffic to gambling platforms for commissions. Affiliates were given until August 15, 2026, to submit applications for their licenses, with the Nation…
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South Africa’s New Gambling Task Force Starts Crackdown in Limpopo
South Africa’s new gambling enforcement team has begun its first field operations, arresting 13 people and uncovering five suspected illegal gambling businesses operating behind the appearance of internet cafés. The raids took place in Modimolle on August 4 and Lephalale two days later. The operations were carried out…
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UKGC Warns Over Social Media Lotteries
Consumers Focus On Authenticity The UK Gambling Commission said its research shows that consumers who take part in illegal lotteries… The post UKGC Warns Over Social Media Lotteries appeared first on iGaming Express.
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NLGRB Holds Regulatory Compliance Stakeholder Engagement at Mestil
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) recently convened a Regulatory Compliance Stakeholder Engagement at Mestil. The session, described as ‘more of a practical working meeting,’ brought together licensed gaming operators and industry stakeholders for a conversation that moves beyond standard regu…
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Soldier Accused of Turning Maduro Intelligence Into $409,000 Prediction-Market Windfall
A U.S. special operations soldier accused of converting classified knowledge about the operation to capture Nicolás Maduro into a six-figure prediction-market profit walked into a North Carolina federal courtroom Friday in shackles. Master Sgt. Gannon Ken Van Dyke is expected to be released on a $250,000 appearance bo…
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Brazil Suspends Pixbet, Seeks €184m Seizure
Regulatory And Criminal Scrutiny Intensifies For Brazil’s Betting Market Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has ordered Pixbet to suspend operations, cancel… The post Brazil Suspends Pixbet, Seeks €184m Seizure appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Ireland introduces tighter AML rules for gambling operators
Ireland’s Ministry of Finance is set to launch a new anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing strategy on August 20, 2026, in an attempt to put tighter controls on payment flows in the gambling industry. Under the new framework, gambling operators will be ordered to work in a closed-loop model, returning …
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Fake Kangwon Land Sites Drew 40,000 Koreans Into ₩78 Billion Gambling Ring
Police in South Korea have arrested 58 people accused of running illegal gambling websites disguised as official Kangwon Land platforms, exposing a scheme that allegedly moved about 78 billion won through borrowed bank accounts. The Gyeongbuk Provincial Police Agency said five of those arrested were placed in custody.…
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Maybank: RWS clawed back significant Singapore market share in Q2 but real progress dependent on RWS 2.0 performance
Genting Singapore’s Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) drove significant improvement in its Singapore market share in the June 2026 quarter following […]
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JPMorgan Chase Stopped Providing Banking Services for Polymarket in October
JPMorgan Chase ceased providing banking services for Polymarket, a federally licensed event exchange, in October 2025, a new media report has highlighted, with sources citing the bank’s reluctance to continue working with the company over growing regulatory uncertainty. JPMorgan Chase Remains in Close Contact with Pol…
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Dutch Radio Station Calls Out Illegal Gambling Ads on Facebook, Instagram
BNR, a Dutch radio station, has found evidence that illegal gambling ads on Facebook and Instagram are continuously targeting vulnerable consumers in the country. Dutch Radio Station Flags Illegal Gambling Ads Targeting Vulnerable Players The users, who may be registered with the national self-exclusion registry, Cruk…
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Colombia Earthquake Prompts Coljuegos to Prepare Temporary Measures for Operators
Coljuegos, the Colombian game regulator, is initiating an emergency institutional monitoring process due to the earthquakes in the south-western region of Colombia on 10th August. The project aims to evaluate the operational effect on gambling activities in the regions where there is damage to infrastructure or essent…
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One in Four UKGC Complaints Regard Identity Verification Failures
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has warned online gambling operators that some licensees do not meet existing identity verification requirements, leading to potentially serious issues for customers when trying to cash out their funds. A Quarter of All Complaints The regulator explained that more than 25% of complain…
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Meta Faces Pressure Over Illegal Gambling Ads in Australia
Meta is facing renewed scrutiny over illegal gambling advertising in Australia after reports showed Facebook and Instagram carrying promotions for unlicensed online casinos. The case also pointed out a deficiency in Australia’s existing legislation that prevents the Australian Communications and Media Authority from f…
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UAE Gaming Regulator Forms Oversight Partnership With ADGM
UAE’s General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Abu Dhabi Global Market. The purpose of this MoU is to foster cooperation and information exchange between the commercial gaming regulator of the country at the federal leve…
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CICC Identifies 12 Facebook Accounts Linked to Illegal Gambling Promotions
The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center has flagged 12 Facebook pages and accounts for allegedly promoting unregulated online gambling websites. Several of the accounts named in the agency’s advisory have millions of followers, giving the reported promotions a wide social media reach. The accounts were in…
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SBC Summit expands 2026 conference line-up with global payment compliance focus
As payment compliance becomes an increasingly critical priority for gaming operators worldwide, SBC Summit will launch a dedicated Global Payment Compliance track at its 2026 event, providing practical insights into AML, fraud prevention, regulatory oversight and emerging compliance technologies. The post SBC Summit e…
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Spoof casinos and scambling sites: Meta faces scrutiny over Australian gambling ads
Meta is again in the crosshairs over illegal gambling advertising, this time in Australia, where the country's media regulator says a gap in the law leaves it unable to penalize the social media giant for serving unlicensed casino ads to local users. The post Spoof casinos and scambling sites: Meta faces scrutiny over…
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Lula defende fim das bets online caso não apresentem razão social no país
Presidente questiona a permanência das plataformas de apostas no Brasil e prevê embate com "bancada das bets" no Legislativo The post Lula defende fim das bets online caso não apresentem razão social no país appeared first on BNLData.
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Consultor jurídico da ANJL vê “conivência com o crime” em eventual proibição de empresas legalizadas de apostas
Em seminário da Editora Globo, Bernardo Freire alerta que banir empresas reguladas empurraria apostadores para o mercado ilegal, que hoje já representa 40% do setor. O advogado defende que medida ampliaria lavagem de dinheiro, endividamento e ludopatia The post Consultor jurídico da ANJL vê “conivência com o crime” em…
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Baltimore Sues Kalshi, Polymarket, Claims They Broke Consumer Protection Laws
Prediction market companies like Kalshi and Polymarket have long been in legal disputes with various states and cities. Recently, this number has grown, as Baltimore, Maryland, has filed a lawsuit against both entities, accusing them of breaching consumer protection laws and offering illegal sports betting. Baltimore …
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Brazil Already Blocks Social Benefit Recipients From Using Bets
Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro’s government program presented to the Electoral Court has a proposal to ban the use of federal social program funds on betting sites. The limitation mentioned in the document, however, already exists in Brazil for the authorized betting operators. The program says: “Re…
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Caesars proxy filing details months-long bidding war between Icahn, Fertitta
Nine months ago, two billionaires set their sights on Caesars Entertainment, but only one emerged victorious after a back-and-forth fight.
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Kalshi ordered to restrict operations in Washington state
A Washington judge has ruled that Kalshi is likely violating state gambling laws, ordering the prediction market to block most of its event contracts. US.- King County Superior Court Judge John McHale has ordered Kalshi to stop accepting contracts in Washington on sports, elections and politics, entertainment, culture…
Read summary →Report: Kalshi Paused Sports Mention Markets Amid Federal Review
Kalshi has stopped offering sports mention markets as federal regulators reportedly review the issue. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission launched a review of mention markets recently, according... The post Report: Kalshi Paused Sports Mention Markets Amid Federal Review appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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"What defines 1spin4win’s approach is gradual, precise evolution"
Player data guides five-year product evolution
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Tribes expect Supreme Court intervention after Kalshi ordered to block Washington bets
Despite a ruling in Washington state that found Kalshi is likely violating state gaming laws, uncertainty remains for tribal gaming leaders who argue sports event contracts offered by prediction markets are harming their economies and threatening their tribal sovereignty. King County Superior Court Judge John McHale o…
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Gaming veterans team up for bookie memoirs
On August 10, the University of Nevada-Las Vegas announced an oral-history project profiling 10 Nevada bookmakers, still to be named. The interviews will be conducted by gaming historian David G. Schwartz and veteran casino executive and regulator Richard Schuetz. The impetus for the project was Schuetz’s. “The essenc…
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Baltimore Takes Kalshi and Polymarket to Court Over Unlicensed Sports Betting Claims
In addition to state regulators, US cities are now joining the prediction market battle as Baltimore City has filed suit against prediction market operators Kalshi and Polymarket, accusing them of sidestepping state gambling rules by disguising sports wagers as “event contracts” and “prediction trades.” The complaint …
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Chilean Lawmakers Call for Suspension of Online Betting Advertising on TV
Chilean lawmakers Eduardo Cretton and Marco Antonio Sulantay have requested the National Television Council (CNTV) to suspend all advertising for online betting companies on all TV channels. The request follows as Chile is pushing through the blocking of domains that are not currently under its jurisdiction. Chilean l…
Read summary →Entain Says UK Gambling Tax Hike Is Helping It Gain Market Share
The Ladbrokes and Coral owner absorbed a £56 million H1 EBITDA hit from increased remote gaming taxes, with the full impact still to come in H2. Entain says the U.K.’s higher online gambling taxes are creating opportunities to take market share as competitors adjust to the new regime, despite the tax increase putting …
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Brazil Ministry of Finance releases over 2,000 documents on betting licensing
Published documents provide information on the various stages and criteria considered in the authorisation process.
Read summary →BetConstruct AI zera taxas iniciais em nova oferta comercial para operadoras
A BetConstruct AI, uma das principais fornecedoras de plataformas de iGaming da atualidade, acaba de lançar no mercado uma nova proposta comercial intitulada “The Purest Sportsbook”. Essa novidade chega para […] O post BetConstruct AI zera taxas iniciais em nova oferta comercial para operadoras apareceu primeiro em iG…
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Scrapping ‘aim to permit’ risks triggering further UK gambling reform
Repealing the UK’s ‘aim to permit’ licensing principle risks messy and potentially major legislative changes for the UK’s already beleaguered retail gambling sector.
Read summary →Underdog Sued By Aristotle Over IG Group’s $1.3 Billion Offer
Underdog is being sued by the company it bought its exchange and clearinghouse from following the announced acquisition by London-listed IG Group. The lawsuit, brought by Aristotle International and... The post Underdog Sued By Aristotle Over IG Group’s $1.3 Billion Offer appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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Scotts Valley tribe challenges federal ruling blocking $700m Vallejo Casino
The tribe has taken legal action against the US Department of the Interior after the agency rejected its claim that a Vallejo site qualifies as restored tribal land for gaming. U.S.- The Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians is challenging the US Department of the Interior in federal court after the agency ruled that a...
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Kalshi ordered to curb Washington operations over gambling law violations
Initial geofencing system due Aug. 19
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Lithuanian Regulator Reports 16.8% H1 Market Rise, Remote Gambling Dominates
Lithuania’s gambling market expanded strongly in the first half of 2026, with revenues climbing 16.8% compared to the same period last year. Figures released by the Gambling Supervisory Authority showed gross gaming revenue reaching €153.6 million between January and June, up from €131.5 million in 2025. Remote gambli…
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More than 5 billion people barred from gambling in Brazil
Recipients of social programmes, people who have signed up for Desenrola, and those who have requested to be removed from the programme are unable to access the platforms.
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Bulgaria Puts Gambling Affiliates Under Mandatory Licensing Regime
Bulgaria has brought gambling affiliates into a licensing system for the first time, giving the National Revenue Agency new powers over businesses that earn money by sending players to gambling operators. The rules took effect on August 1, with existing affiliates given until August 15, 2026 to apply for a licence. Th…
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ANJL pide reforzar la lucha contra las plataformas ilegales de apuestas tras una investigación del Instituto Locomotiva
La Asociación Nacional de Juegos y Loterías (ANJL) pidió reforzar las acciones contra las plataformas clandestinas de apuestas en Brasil, tras la publicación de una investigación del Instituto Locomotiva que […]
Read summary →Baltimore Sues Kalshi, Polymarket After Sportsbook, Sweepstakes Cases
The city alleges prediction market platforms misled Baltimore residents in violation of its Consumer Protection Ordinance. Baltimore has expanded its increasingly aggressive approach to gambling enforcement to prediction markets. The city filed lawsuits against Kalshi and Polymarket after previously taking legal actio…
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Brazil Ministry of Finance orders immediate suspension of Pixbet
The precautionary measure stipulates a daily fine of BRL200,000 ($38,512) in case of non-compliance. The seizure of up to BRL1.1 billion from the company was also ordered.
Read summary →Baltimore sues Kalshi and Polymarket over illegal sports betting
The city is seeking civil penalties, arguing that the prediction market operators are offering unlicensed sports wagering while misleading consumers about the legality of their products. US.- Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott and the Baltimore City Council have filed separate lawsuits against Kalshi and Polymarket. The…
Read summary →Fiscalía brasileña lanza la Operación Apuesta Sucia contra una organización criminal de juego
Este jueves 13, la Fiscalía de Río de Janeiro (MPRJ) inició la “Operación Apuesta Sucia”, una serie de investigaciones que están relacionadas con un grupo de delincuentes que operaban casas […]
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Washington Judge Orders Kalshi to Block Access as Baltimore Also Sues Company
A judge in Washington state has ordered Kalshi to block users from a wide range of markets, including sports, by August 19. With the CFTC firmly opposing state court orders, it remains to be seen whether the company will implement the restrictions in Washington. In addition to its sports markets, Kalshi must block use…
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