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Haiti Launches New Gambling Regulator and Tax Framework
Haiti has introduced a new regulatory structure for its gambling sector, creating a dedicated national regulator, establishing licensing rules and setting out a new tax framework for operators. The measures were published in the country’s official journal, Le Moniteur, through three separate legal instruments covering…
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Malta’s objection delays Austria’s gambling reform, tightens licensing timeline ahead of 2027 rollout
EU review extended to December 7
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Spintec targets UAE and Ontario growth following licensing announcement
Spintec has announced regulatory progress in the United Arab Emirates and Ontario as it seeks to expand its electronic table gaming business in the Middle East and North America. The company said the UAE’s General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority had awarded it a federal gaming-related vendor licence, allowing i…
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Nevis launches dedicated prediction markets licensing framework
Covers B2C and B2B operators
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In New Regulatory Framework Liberia Offers License for Prediction Markets at $80000
Liberia has formally included prediction markets under its gaming regulatory framework with the introduction of licensing regulations that will allow authorized operators to offer contracts linked to future occurrences and verifiable results. Resolution No. 005 of 2026’s requirements define prediction markets as a sep…
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New licensing home opens up for prediction markets
Nevis, a federal state part of the Caribbean nation of Saint Kitts and Nevis, has launched its own prediction markets licensing regime. The news was announced by the Nevis Online Gaming Authority (NOGA), which controls the domestic gambling landscape through strict regulations that bar locals from participating in iGa…
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Finland Grants First Eighteen Gambling Licences
Six New Operators Join Finland’s Licensing Register Finland’s National Police Board has added six companies to its list of approved… The post Finland Grants First Eighteen Gambling Licences appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Chile’s online gambling bill advances amid tax and licensing disputes
Chile’s online betting bill is facing fresh scrutiny as proposed licensing fees and transitional rules fuel industry concerns over fair competition.
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Chile – Government retains online betting licensing plan but proposes advertising ban
Chile’s government has proposed five year online betting licences alongside a ban on advertising by licensed and unlicensed platforms, revised taxation and a transitional route for existing operators. The Senate Economy Committee began examining the amendments on 27 October. The package replaces amendments submitted b…
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Paf Finnish Gaming Association: Paf Joins Ahead of 2027
Paf Finnish Gaming Association: Paf joins the body ahead of Finland's July 2027 licensing system as the operator marks its 60th anniversary in Helsinki.... Read More...
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Evoke’s Acquisition by Bally’s Faces Regulatory Hurdle
Bally’s Intralot’s upcoming purchase of Evoke may face a regulatory challenge in Pennsylvania, where the target’s existing business-to-business agreement with Caesars conflicts with licensing rules affecting the buyer’s US parent. Whether the deal closes on time may hinge on whether Pennsylvania regulators accept a pr…
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Liberia Sets $80,000 Online Casino Licence Fee and Creates Prediction Market Rules in New Gaming Framework
Liberia has introduced a wide-ranging overhaul of its gambling regulations, bringing new licensing fees, stricter advertising rules, and a formal framework for prediction markets under a single regulatory structure. The changes were adopted through Regulation No. 005 of 2026 by the National Lottery Authority (NLA) and…
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El Salvador eyes power play to control casino and gaming licences
El Salvador needs to bring gambling licensing under the authority of the LNB. President Javier Milián tells Damian Martínez of SBC Noticias, his forthcoming reforms are no power grab, but an opportunity to strengthen protections and attract foreign investment to El Salvador. __________________ The National Charity Lot…
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Oyo Las Vegas Stops Selling Alcohol for the Second Time in 12 Months
Oyo Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas has halted alcohol sales for the second time in less than a year, prompting further questions about the property’s operations. Notices posted at the off-Strip resort said the latest suspension began at 9 a.m. October 23. Oyo Las Vegas Stops Selling Alcohol Amid Unclear Licensing Issues …
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Just Slots Estonia Launch via Blixx Gaming Partnership
Just Slots Estonia debut sees the content provider launch original slots across Blixx Gaming's Kanuuna and Lonkero Kasino brands following MGA licensing.... Read More...
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GR8_TECH’s Brazil iGaming Report: What Happens When One of LATAM’s Biggest Betting Markets Faces a Ban?
Operator Lens: Brazil GR8_TECH’s new Operator Lens: Brazil report examines the consequences of this regulatory shift, including licensing and compliance,… The post GR8_TECH’s Brazil iGaming Report: What Happens When One of LATAM’s Biggest Betting Markets Faces a Ban? appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Curaçao Gaming Authority to replace licensing portal after data breach exposes confidential information
German researcher gained unauthorized access
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Curaçao Replaces Portal After Data Breach
CGA Retires Compromised Licensing Portal The CGA detected unauthorised access to its online gaming portal on 17 September 2026. Its… The post Curaçao Replaces Portal After Data Breach appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Buenos Aires Weighs Online Betting Ban
Bill Would Repeal Provincial Licensing Rules Buenos Aires provincial senator Federico Fagioli has introduced a bill that would dismantle the province’s… The post Buenos Aires Weighs Online Betting Ban appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Namibia Advances Betting Regulation as Stakeholders Gather in Windhoek for Licensing Workshop
Following the announcement of its regulatory session, the Gambling Board of Namibia (GBN) hosted an Industry Consultation Workshop on the Licensing of Bookmakers and Totalizators at NIPAM in Windhoek. The workshop brought together government officials, regulators, technical experts, and regional and international repr…
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Cyberattack Forces Curaçao Regulator to Launch Temporary Online Portal
The Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) announced it would soon launch a replacement licensing portal after a recent cyberattack exposed more than 40,000 documents connected to the region’s gambling sector. The regulator believes this step will better protect the integrity of licensing and supervision operations. As a resu…
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Buenos Aires Neighborhood Clubs Back Bill to Regulate Online Gambling
In Argentina’s Buenos Aires Province, lawmakers Facundo Tignanelli and Micaela Olivetto have introduced a comprehensive bill to regulate online gambling that has been supported by neighbors’ sports clubs and civil society organizations. The proposal uses a licensing system of operators, stricter advertising regulation…
Read summary →Buenos Aires senator proposes ‘Ley Lula’ to ban online betting
Buenos Aires provincial senator Federico Fagioli has introduced a bill to prohibit online sports betting and casino games, proposing the removal of the licensing framework that currently authorises the activity in the province. The initiative, dubbed the “Ley Lula” by provincial political outlet Diputados Bonaerenses,…
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Curaçao Regulator to Launch Temporary Licensing Portal After Major Data Breach
The Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) is preparing to launch a temporary licensing portal as it looks to restore normal operations following the cyberattack that exposed sensitive information from its online licensing system. The interim platform went live on Monday, following an announcement by the regulator that day. I…
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Curaçao Gaming Authority set to launch temporary licensing portal after data breach
Curaçao’s gambling regulator is replacing its licensing portal after a data breach exposed confidential information belonging to licence holders.
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SkillOnNet advances to next stage of New Zealand online casino licensing process
Operator among 11 successful bidders as country moves towards regulated market SkillOnNet is one of just 11 operators to have secured the right to apply for one of New Zealand’s new online casino licenses following a competitive auction process. New Zealand’s Online Casino Gambling Act, which came into force in May 20…
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Comoros Seeks UK Help and Possible Legal Action Over Anjouan Gambling Licenses
The government of Comoros, the beautiful tropical islands near Madagascar, wants the British authorities to help it look into an offshore gambling licensing network that it claims is operating without authorization under the name of Anjouan. The latter is one of the country’s three main islands. According to The Guard…
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Chile betting bill shifts towards prohibition as amendment deadline extended
Chile’s Senate has extended the deadline for amendments to its online betting bill until midday on 26 October, as new proposals challenge the legislation’s original plan for a competitive licensing market. The government did not submit its amendments before the previous deadline expired on 16 October. Senate committee…
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Namibia Gambling Board Extends Technology Tender
The Gambling Board of Namibia has extended the deadlines for two gambling technology tenders to November 5, 2026, giving bidders an extra week to submit proposals for monitoring and licensing systems following a high volume of clarification requests. The regulator made the extension public in Public Notice 003 of 2026…
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DigiPlus Exits New Zealand Online Casino Auction After Market Review
DigiPlus Interactive Corp. has withdrawn from the final rounds of New Zealand’s online casino licensing auction after reviewing the market and assessing market values. The Philippine gaming operator disclosed the decision in an October 14 regulatory filing, following its earlier expression of interest on August 4. Des…
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Finland ramps up gambling marketing crackdown with more fines
Increased enforcement comes ahead of Finland's transition from its current gambling monopoly system to a licensing regime in 2027 The post Finland ramps up gambling marketing crackdown with more fines appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Inteliumlaw launches Ontario gaming licensing service
For operators targeting Canada
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New Zealand advances 11 companies in online casino licensing process, others must exit by December
Entain, Stake, SkyCity and more
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New Zealand Names Betway and Stake Among 11 Operators Advancing in Online Casino Licence Race
New Zealand has revealed the operators that will move forward in its online casino licensing process, with major industry names including Betway, Stake, Entain and SkyCity securing the right to apply for licences under the country’s new regulated market. The announcement marks the end of the first competitive stage of…
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Licensing only a fraction of African iGaming market entry costs, SOFTSWISS panel finds
Africa, a continent of separate markets
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New Zealand names all operators cleared for second licensing stage
A number of gambling operators have won the rights to apply for any of the 15 online licences available under New Zealand’s new gambling regime. Among the 11 brands are gambling heavyweights like Entain, SkyCity, Stake and Betway. Interestingly, Betway was given rights to the most number of applications. All approved …
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Kenya gambling licence fee is unset, while demand rose 29.5%
From July to September Kenya’s iGaming demand climbed 29.5% while the High Court left the new licence fee unset. The fee for a new Kenya gambling licence has been in dispute since 20 July 2026, when the High Court froze the Gambling Control (Licensing) Regulations. Judgement in that case did not come on 2 October … Th…
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Lagos Regulator Gives Telecoms and VAS Providers 30 Days to Verify Gaming Operators’ Licenses
The Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) has ordered telecommunications companies, mobile network operators, and value-added service (VAS) providers to review the licensing status of gaming businesses using their platforms, giving them 30 days to complete the process. In a public notice, the regulator st…
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Inteliumlaw Launches Ontario Gaming Licensing Service to Support Businesses Seeking Growth in Canada
Inteliumlaw, a legal advisory firm, has introduced dedicated end-to-end support in securing a gaming license in Ontario, positioning the firm among the first to help both operators and suppliers enter the province’s regulated iGaming market. The new service is designed for gambling businesses seeking to establish a cr…
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Curaçao Gambling Regulator Shuts Down Online Licensing Portal Following Major Hack
In an official press release from last week, the Curaçao Gambling Authority (CGA) announced that it is closing its online licensing portal following an earlier hacking incident that resulted in over 40,000 documents being publicly released. CGA Closes Portal Following Hack According to the CGA, the discontinuation of …
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Curaçao shuts down gaming portal for good after high-profile hack
CGA suggests “alternative arrangements” are being made to continue licensing, compliance, and supervision while an interim solution is being implemented The post Curaçao shuts down gaming portal for good after high-profile hack appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Enugu Gaming Stakeholders Forum 2026 on Licensing and Compliance
The Enugu State Gaming and Lottery Commission recently held the 2026 Enugu State Gaming Stakeholders Forum to advance the modernization of gaming regulation in the state, recognizing that effective regulation must go beyond basic compliance. The forum took place on 8 October 2026 at the Gold Rhino Hotel on Nkpokiti Ro…
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Enugu Moves to Regulate Gaming Suppliers in Nigeria Under Proposed B2B Framework
Enugu State has outlined plans to bring gaming suppliers into a formal regulatory structure, with a proposed B2B licensing framework emerging as one of the key developments from the 2026 Enugu State Gaming Stakeholders Forum. The event, which concluded on 8 October, brought together operators, agents and other industr…
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PQ Victory Puts Quebec’s Online Gambling Rules in Play
Quebec online gambling reform gains political momentum after the PQ win, but licensing, oversight and Loto-Québec’s role remain unresolved. The post PQ Victory Puts Quebec’s Online Gambling Rules in Play appeared first on CasinoBeats.
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SABA Questions NWGB’s Authority to License Betmatch’s Betting Exchange
The South African Bookmakers’ Association (SABA) has called on the North West Gambling Board (NWGB) to explain the legal basis for licensing betting exchanges, following a dispute with Betmatch over the scope of its authorisation. In a statement published on 6 October 2026 and signed by CEO Sean Coleman, SABA acknowle…
Read summary →Illinois Judge Sides With Kalshi Despite Calling Contracts Bets
A federal judge in Illinois ruled Friday that Kalshi‘s sports event contracts are likely swaps under federal law, blocking the state from enforcing its licensing rules against the prediction...
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Foxcroft Signals Gambling Licensing Consultation
Aim To Permit Licensing Review UK Gambling Minister Vicky Foxcroft said a consultation on revoking the “aim to permit” licensing objective… The post Foxcroft Signals Gambling Licensing Consultation appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Remote Gambling Vote Leaves Trinidad and Tobago Facing January Test
Trinidad and Tobago’s remote gambling order clears the Senate, but licensing, payments and oversight must be ready by January 2027. The post Remote Gambling Vote Leaves Trinidad and Tobago Facing January Test appeared first on CasinoBeats.
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Trinidad and Tobago Moves to Formalize Gambling Industry With New Law
The House of Representatives has approved legislation that sets the stage for licensing and regulating remote gambling in Trinidad and Tobago. Under previous laws, operators were prohibited from offering such services internationally and faced penalties ranging from fines of up to $10 million to prison terms of up to …
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Online Gambling Licensing in Ireland Pushed Back by GRAI Funding Gap
GRAI funding constraints are delaying Ireland’s online gambling licences and limiting enforcement against overseas operators targeting Irish customers. The post Online Gambling Licensing in Ireland Pushed Back by GRAI Funding Gap appeared first on CasinoBeats.
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MGM and Caesars Say No to Prediction Markets over Licensing Risks
MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment have said they will not enter the prediction market space, due to potential risks to their gaming licenses. Caesars and MGM Avoid Prediction Markets Amid Regulatory Concerns The CEOs of the companies debated the issue at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas. The…
Read summary →A list of the biggest penalties handed out to UK bookmakers
The UK gambling sector has faced growing regulatory scrutiny in recent years, with the Gambling Commission tightening its oversight of licensing duties and regulatory compliance. Financial penalties remain a prominent lever to hold operators accountable for their actions. SBC News examines some of the biggest gambling…
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NLGRB Holds Pre-Licensing Stakeholder Engagement Ahead of 2027 Licensing Cycle
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) convened its Annual Pre-Licensing Stakeholder Engagement with gaming operators at Royal Suites in Bugolobi. The meeting was held on 25 September 2026 to establish regulatory expectations for the upcoming 2027 licence renewal cycle. The high-level meeting broug…
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Pennsylvania Gaming Board fines MGM Resorts and CountR over licensing breaches
MGM Resorts fined $50,250
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Eyes down: UK Bingo’s licensing identity crisis
Gaming machines now generate almost twice as much revenue as bingo in the UK. But with some high-street venues deriving virtually nothing from bingo itself, the government faces a difficult question – when is a bingo hall really an adult gaming centre?
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Finland Sees 75 Licensing Bids Less Than a Year to Market Opening
Finland’s gambling regulator has confirmed that 75 licence applications are now on its desk, less than a year before the country’s competitive market opens on July 1, 2027. By September 22, the National Police Board had received 75 applications, up from the 50 recorded in June and still described as “around 50” in Aug…
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PGCB Fines Two Companies Over Breaches of Licensing Obligations
The PGCB has taken action against two licensed gambling entities in the Keystone State, which will now have to pay a total of more than $100,000 in fines. MGM Resorts International and CountR GmbH to Pay Cumulative $100K+ Fines The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board released the recent enforcement actions in a press st…
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Anjouan Gaming Regulator Responds to FATF Risk Report With Stricter Licensing Rules
Anjouan’s gaming regulator has moved quickly to tighten its licensing framework after the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) published its latest report on the risks of gaming and gambling. In a LinkedIn post last Friday, the regulator said: “FATF’s newly published ‘Risks of Gaming and Gambling’ report reinforces the …
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Expectations exceeded in Finland with 75 licensing applications
There were 50 applications at last count in June, while insiders previously predicted the issue of somewhere between 40 and 60 licences The post Expectations exceeded in Finland with 75 licensing applications appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Pennsylvania: Gaming regulators fine MGM Resorts, CountR GmbH
MGM Resorts International and CountR GmbH combined will pay more than $100,000 in fines after Pennsylvania gaming regulators approved two consent agreements. MGM was fined $50,250 for its failure to timely file a principal licensing application. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board did not identify the employee who f…
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