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SBC Summit 2026 puts Western Europe’s regulatory challenges in focus
SBC Summit’s Western Europe track will bring operators, regulators and market specialists together to assess the forces reshaping Europe’s mature gambling markets, from tax increases and tighter player-protection controls to retention pressures and the growth of unlicensed competition. The post SBC Summit 2026 puts We…
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PAGCOR highlights role in supporting health and wellness of Filipinos
Philippine gaming regulator PAGCOR has outlined the contributions it provides to the country’s tourism, healthcare and wellness sectors. In a […]
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Four NSW clubs ink deal with AML compliance technology company Kinectify to strengthen risk visibility and monitoring
US-based AML compliance technology company Kinectify says it has signed on with four New South Wales clubs to help modernize […]
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Cebu City Orders Police To Tighten Monitoring Of Illegal Gambling
Illegal gambling operations in Cebu City are facing tighter scrutiny after Mayor Nestor Archival ordered local police to intensify monitoring and enforcement against gambling activities without the required permits and authorizations. Archival directed the Cebu City Police Office to verify the permits, licenses, and o…
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Singapore Betting Tax Revenue Rises 12% To US$2.8 Billion
The total amount of Singapore’s betting tax collection, including gambling duties and casino tax, rose by 11.9% year-on-year to SGD3.6 billion (US$2.8 billion) for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. This is contained in the recent annual report of the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore. This period is referred …
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Scientific Games’ Scratch Connect engages 570K players at Ohio Lottery’s Bonus Cash Wheel launch
Scientific Games has reported strong early engagement for the Ohio Lottery’s first Scratch Connect game, Bonus Cash Wheel, which links a traditional retail Scratch-Off ticket to a mobile digital bonus game. The post Scientific Games’ Scratch Connect engages 570K players at Ohio Lottery’s Bonus Cash Wheel launch first …
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Singapore betting tax revenue rises 11.9% to $2.8B in FY2025/26
Singapore’s betting tax revenue rose 11.9% to $2.84 billion in FY2025/26, outpacing the growth in overall tax collections. The post Singapore betting tax revenue rises 11.9% to $2.8B in FY2025/26 first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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EU iGaming weekly: Entain’s FTSE exit, Hungary’s regulator review, Lottomatica–CIRSA merger
Entain leaves the FTSE 100 on 21 September, Hungary’s government has ordered a review that could close the… The post EU iGaming weekly: Entain’s FTSE exit, Hungary’s regulator review, Lottomatica–CIRSA merger appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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FINTRAC Issued AML-Related Fines to Two Gaming Organizations
The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) has fined the New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation and the Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation over suspicious transactions. The center confirmed that both bodies have complied with the penalties and that the cases are now closed. New Brun…
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Singapore betting tax income rises nearly 12% in year ended 31 March, hitting US$2.84 billion
Singapore’s betting tax income increased by 11.9% year-on-year in the financial year ending 31 March 2026, totaling SG$3.6 billion (US$2.84 […]
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Mozzartbet Group to withdraw from Malta igaming market
The group is making a strategic shift to focus on locally regulated markets. Malta.- Mozzartbet Group has confirmed that it will withdraw from Malta’s online gambling market on October 1. The group has decided to cease operations under its Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) licence and to shut the Mozzart.com brand and asso…
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Morocco Investigation Into Alleged Cross-Border Money Laundering Through Poker
Financial regulators in Morocco and Spain have launched an investigation into an alleged international money laundering network. The probe began after compliance officers at three major casinos in Marrakech and Agadir flagged a series of highly irregular transactions to Morocco’s National Financial Intelligence Author…
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Responsible Gambling Professionals and Their Role in Safe Gaming
If you look at the gambling world over the last twenty years, everything has changed. We went from physical casino floors and local betting shops to having a full digital arcade sitting right in our pockets. Apps are now shiny, fast, and designed like video games to keep people entertained. But this massive tech boom …
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Sweden Launches Inquiry Into Gambling Risks Facing Young Adults With Regulatory Changes Planned
Sweden has opened a wide‑ranging inquiry aimed at reducing gambling harm among children and young adults, with a particular focus on boys and young men. The government said the review will look at how gambling habits have changed and propose new protections to stop addiction from leading to debt, ill health, or even c…
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Future of Hungarian gambling regulator in doubt
The government has ordered a review of Hungary’s Supervisory Authority for Regulated Activities (SZTFH). Hungary.- The new government of Péter Magyar and the TISZA Party is weighing the possibility of disbanding the Hungarian gambling regulator. A resolution published in the state gazette, Magyar Közlöny, places the S…
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Regulamentação redefine afiliados e coloca experiência móvel no centro do iGaming na América Latina
A regulamentação está mudando a economia das afiliadas na América Latina e alterando as estratégias de aquisição utilizadas pelas operadoras. Em mercados legalizados, obter autorização para funcionar não garante liberdade […] O post Regulamentação redefine afiliados e coloca experiência móvel no centro do iGaming na A…
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FINTRAC Hits Nova Scotia and New Brunswick Gaming Regulators With Fines Over AML Breaches
Canada’s financial intelligence agency has fined two provincial gaming corporations for failing to meet anti‑money laundering obligations. The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) confirmed on Thursday that the Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation was ordered to pay C$231,826 following a co…
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Massachusetts Woman Turns $30 Lottery Ticket into $15M Payday
A very lucky Massachusetts woman has won the first top prize in one of the Massachusetts State Lottery’s highest-paying games. The winner visited the lottery HQ to claim her winnings and said that she plans to use the newfound fortune to buy a new home. Springfield Woman Takes Home $15M The winner was revealed to […]
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SBC and GRAF partner to elevate African gaming regulatory dialogue
SBC has entered into a strategic partnership with the Gaming Regulators Africa Forum (GRAF), strengthening dialogue among African gaming regulators, industry stakeholders, and the wider international gaming community. The post SBC and GRAF partner to elevate African gaming regulatory dialogue first appeared on Asia Ga…
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Illinois Bill Seeks to Repeal Prediction Market Tax Amid Legal Challenges
The proposal would eliminate the state’s recently enacted 1.75%-to-3.5% tax on sports prediction market transactions. An Illinois lawmaker is seeking to repeal the state’s newly enacted tax on sports prediction markets, less than three months after the measure became law and was challenged by Kalshi and the Commodity …
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Missouri Gambling Ring Used ‘Skill Game’ and ‘Internet Arcade’ Labels to Mask Illegal Betting, Prosecutors Say
Federal prosecutors say six southwest Missouri businesses presented to customers as arcades were actually part of a multimillion-dollar illegal gambling operation built around games of chance, gambling devices and slot machines. The distinction matters well beyond the prosecution. Across Missouri and other states, ele…
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BSA/AML Gaming Conference to discuss anti-money laundering activities
The BSA/AML Gaming Conference September 15–17 at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas might seem like another of the seemingly endless gatherings in the gaming space. But Kinectfy CEO and Founder Joseph Martin thinks it is one of the most important dates on the gaming industry calendar. “I think there’s no mo…
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Law firm reopens Caesars investigation over higher Icahn takeover offer
Caesars shareholders to vote Sept. 22
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As political pressure grows, is Brazil still the ‘promised land’?
NEXT.io Brazil reporter Anamaria Bacci explores whether the regulated Brazilian market has delivered on its promise since launch The post As political pressure grows, is Brazil still the ‘promised land’? appeared first on NEXT.io.
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BETesporte amplia Jogo Responsável com tecnologia da Betshield
Parceria reforça estratégia da companhia de ir além das exigências regulatórias, ampliando ferramentas de prevenção, monitoramento e identificação precoce de comportamentos de risco Este artigo BETesporte amplia Jogo Responsável com tecnologia da Betshield, é foi referenciado anteriormente no blog Media Bet Brasil - M…
Read summary →Prediction Markets Weekly Roundup: New Jersey Goes to Supreme Court as NFL Pressures Exchanges
New court rulings, league scrutiny and fresh regulatory action shape another busy week for prediction markets, even as the sector continues to attract investment and expand distribution. Prediction markets navigated through another pivotal week, highlighted by New Jersey taking its Kalshi fight to the U.S. Supreme Cou…
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BLIK Passes Extra Protections to Curb Use of Payment Processor for Illegal Gambling
BLIK, one of popular’s defining payment processors, has been instructed to start blocking transactions that are placed with illegal gambling operators. BLIK Passes Extra Safeguard to Shield Consumers from Illegal Gambling BLIK has complied, implementing the transactions from Tuesday, September 1, and is a proactive de…
Read summary →NHS health app’s site becomes the latest to be cyber attacked by illegal gambling adverts
The promotion of illegal casinos on UK-based public sector-facing websites has continued, with an NHS health app site seemingly being hacked to promote these platforms. My Therappy’s website, which does not look to have had an official news update since October 2020, appears to have been hijacked by the promotion of n…
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SportyNet Secures LaLiga Sublicensing Agreement in Brazil
Sporty Group’s SportyNet has officially secured a sublicensing agreement with agency LiveMode to broadcast Spain’s LaLiga matches in Brazil for the 2026/27 season. This major rights acquisition marks a rapid distribution scale-up for the platform, formerly known as Nosso Futebol, which plans to deliver more than 1,000…
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Ministério da Justiça define regras para retomada de valores bloqueados de bets ilegais
Portaria estabelece a destinação dos recursos apreendidos ao Fundo Nacional de Segurança Pública (FNSP). Procedimentos serão conduzidos pela Secretaria Nacional de Segurança Pública à partir de relatórios gerados pela SPA.
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Why ‘Responsible Gambling’ is Failing & What Evidence Says Should Replace It
Increasingly, gambling companies are producing adverts focused on responsible gambling. Major US operators such as FanDuel and DraftKings have launched multi-million-dollar standalone responsible gambling campaigns starring high-profile brand ambassadors. In the UK, most companies are committed to dedicating at least …
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Casino Guru and City St George’s unveil self-exclusion standards project for Africa
Focus on African markets
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Florida Recaps Recent Law Enforcement Efforts Against Illegal Gambling
Florida keeps the pressure on illegal gambling venues, which have focused on offering slot machines without oversight from the regulator or any license. In fact, slot machines are a rather limited activity to begin with, available in only a pair of Florida counties and on tribal gaming properties. FGCC Says Its Effort…
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FINTRAC fines Canadian gaming bodies C$632k over AML failures
New Brunswick Lotteries and Gaming Corporation and Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation are the latest to be accused of not complying with regulations The post FINTRAC fines Canadian gaming bodies C$632k over AML failures appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Hijacked Websites on the Internet Start Spreading Gambling Content
The BNR, a radio station in the Netherlands, has raised the alarm over a new practice that has been leading to more people being bombarded with illegal gambling offers. Once Authority Websites Are Hijacked to Support Gambling Messaging The radio station discovered a simple practice: expired domains taken over by vario…
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SBC to stage Global Prediction Market Forum in Lisbon as regulatory debate intensifies
On 1 October
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Sweden primed for regulation amid review into gambling of young adults
The review follows what the government has described as a sharp increase and great overrepresentation in risky gambling behaviour among young men The post Sweden primed for regulation amid review into gambling of young adults appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Dutch Parties Split on Gambling Reform
Dutch Gambling Policy Remains Divided Over Regulation And Enforcement Political parties in the Netherlands clashed over the future of online… The post Dutch Parties Split on Gambling Reform appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Raiana Falcão Ferreira deixa cargo na Secretaria de Prêmios e Apostas
Subsecretária de Ação Sancionadora do Ministério da Fazenda é exonerada a pedido. Advogada, com experiência em compliance e privacidade, atuou na estruturação e fiscalização do mercado de apostas no país The post Raiana Falcão Ferreira deixa cargo na Secretaria de Prêmios e Apostas appeared first on BNLData.
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Dutch gambling debate unveils polarised politics
Yesterday’s political debate on gambling in the Netherlands saw a myriad of opinions clash about the direction that the legislation should take moving forward. As a reminder, the Netherlands is still in the process of implementing a list of reforms to the Remote Gaming Act (KOA) mandated by previous governments. Still…
Read summary →Denmark Bars Inpay From New Gambling Clients
Payment Controls Move Beyond Gambling Operators Denmark has tightened oversight of gambling-related payments after Finanstilsynet found serious anti-money-laundering (AML) failures… The post Denmark Bars Inpay From New Gambling Clients appeared first on iGaming Express.
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SBC Summit’s Western Europe track to examine regulation, technology and market competition
SBC Summit’s dedicated Western Europe track will help operators navigate the mounting pressures facing the region’s mature gambling markets, including tighter regulation, black-market activity and the growing challenge of retaining players. Taking place on Wednesday, 30 September on the Global & Emerging Markets Stage…
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Brazil Senate Committee Backs Bill to Curb Gambling Ads
Brazil’s Regulated Betting Market Faces Renewed Political Challenge Brazil’s Senate Science and Technology Committee (CCT) has approved measures that would… The post Brazil Senate Committee Backs Bill to Curb Gambling Ads appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Weekend Conversation Corner – September, 04
Welcome to the newest instalment of our Focus Gaming News Weekend Conversation Corner, a brief examination of the week’s top headlines that have captivated global audiences. By distilling the flurry of events into a concise and focused summary, we will delve into the key stories that have defined the narrative, impact…
Read summary →How 1X2 Network is Building a Business That is Prepared for the Future
We recently sat down with 1X2 Network CEO Kevin Reid to discuss growth, compliance, office culture, and why every department within his... Read More...
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India Tax Agency Traces US$7.4 Billion In Illegal Betting Transactions
India’s tax intelligence agency has detected INR700 billion (US$7.4 billion) in illegal online gaming and betting transactions during one financial year and proposed new payment-data requirements to expose the networks routing those funds. The figure covers transactions identified by the Directorate General of GST Int…
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Massachusetts regulator launches Bet On Respect initiative
The programme comes as regulators seek to address growing concerns over abusive behaviour from bettors towards athletes. US.- The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has launched Bet On Respect, an initiative aimed at protecting athletes from harassment by bettors. The regulator will exclude individuals found to hav…
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Star Sydney May Regain Conditional Casino License By End Of September
The Star Sydney could regain control of its suspended casino license on a conditional basis by the end of September, while remaining subject to continued monitoring and a future suitability assessment. NSW Independent Casino Commission Chief Commissioner Philip Crawford outlined the proposed arrangement during a state…
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Grand Casino Brussels licence suspended after legal challenge
The incumbent operator claims the selection process for the Brussels casino licence contained errors and lacked justification. Belgium.- The Belgian Council of State has suspended the new 15-year licence awarded to Napoleon Games to operate the Grand Casino Brussels, following a legal challenge brought by incumbent op…
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NICC chief Phil Crawford claims The Star Sydney set for conditional license return within weeks
The head of the NSW Independent Casino Commission has indicated that The Star Sydney could get its casino license back […]
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BETesporte amplia estrutura de Jogo Responsável com tecnologia da Betshield
Parceria reforça estratégia da companhia de ir além das exigências regulatórias, ampliando ferramentas de prevenção, monitoramento e identificação precoce de comportamentos de risco The post BETesporte amplia estrutura de Jogo Responsável com tecnologia da Betshield appeared first on BNLData.
Read summary →Fanatics Fined $20K by Colorado for Pinging Self-Excluded Gambler. Stakeholders Say Size Doesn’t Matter
When it comes to regulatory violations like Fanatics’ recent fine, stakeholders say the size matters less than the change that follows. The Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission fined Fanatics Sportsbook $20,000 last month for sending a self-excluded gambler a promotional offer on two separate occasions. Fanatics…
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Massachusetts Regulator Bets on Respect with New Anti-Harassment Initiative
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has unveiled a new anti-harassment initiative that seeks to protect athletes from bettors who harass them. The new program will ban those who harass athletes from placing bets with licensed sportsbooks and accessing local casinos. MGC Seeks to Shield Athletes from Harassment T…
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Philippine House Bill proposes nationwide ban on online gambling advertising
Measure targets digital marketing
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South Africa’s Lottery Calls on Players to Check Messages as Unclaimed Winnings Hit R120 Million
South Africa’s lottery operator, Sizekhaya, has called on players to pay closer attention to their tickets and banking notifications after more than R120 million ($7.5 million) in Lotto and PowerBall prizes remained unclaimed. The company says many of these tickets were purchased through banking apps, meaning winners …
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Bill Simmons under review in Massachusetts for proxy betting
Bill Simmons, a sports podcaster, is being investigated by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) after he admitted on a recent episode to proxy betting, by placing wagers through his daughter’s boyfriend. The MGC confirmed the investigation on Wednesday, after Simmons admitted that on multiple occasions he logged …
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Florida gaming regulator continues slot machine crackdown
Efforts to crack down on illegal gambling continue in Florida, as the state Gaming Control Commission’s top enforcement official admitted the problem was still much larger than they probably knew. Carl Harold, director of the FGCC’s gaming enforcement division, said they continue to partner with local, state, and fede…
Read summary →Churchill Downs, Horsemen Pen Letters to FTC Calling for Independent Review of HISA
Both request IT security audits in wake of Marshall Gramm case. In the days after Marshall Gramm accepted a suspension from the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority, two major entities in the sport that have had issues with the regulatory body sent letters to the federal agency overseeing it asking for an indepe…
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Kalshi CEO Comments on Recent Ninth Circuit Ruling
Kalshi’s chief executive officer, Tarek Mansour, has commented on a recent Ninth Circuit ruling, expressing firm disagreement with how the court described his business. Mansour’s comment was made during an interview with RotoWire and follows a ruling that sided with Nevada regulators seeking to regulate prediction mar…
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