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Putin Signs Off on New Russian Gambling Regulations
Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved regulations that will force gambling-related firms to block anyone whose name appears on a central self-exclusion registry from placing bets. The State Duma passed the bill earlier this month, mandating a system of fines for non-compliant gambling firms. The Federation Cou…
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Acre Transfers Lottery Regulation to State Finance Secretariat
The government of Acre implemented a major reform in the lottery regulation by delegating the task to the State Finance Secretariat (Sefaz). On Wednesday (29), the law was published in the Official Gazette of the state and was officially enacted by Governor Mailza Assis. The new legislation gives Sefaz more powers in …
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IAGR reveals Lima 2026 programme to tackle global gaming oversight challenges
IAGR has announced the programme for its 2026 Annual Conference in Lima, Peru, which will take place October 19–22 to bring together global regulators and industry leaders to address the future of gaming regulation. The post IAGR reveals Lima 2026 programme to tackle global gaming oversight challenges first appeared o…
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New Chile betting association backs market regulation
Five of the largest online betting operators in Chile – Betano, Betsala, Estelarbet, Juegalo and Novibet – have formed a new industry association, iGaming Responsable, positioning itself as a constructive counterpart to the state as Congress continues working through Chile’s pending online gambling legislation. The gr…
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Sports Betting In Latin America: How Trading And UX Are Shaping Acquisition And Retention
Regulation and growth opportunities across Latin America have been a key fixture in the global sports betting conversation for many months –... Read More...
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British Gambling Commission appoints Sarah Fox to lead policy, research and National Lottery regulation
Fox will be seconded from the UK government’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport. UK.- The British Gambling Commission is to second a senior leader from the UK government’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) for its Executive Team. Sarah Fox will lead the regulator’s Policy and Resea…
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Brazil Plans New Regulations for Betting Customer Support and Health Assistance Channels
The federal government of Brazil is developing at least two new regulations for its legal sports betting industry, set to be published later this year. The moves will create guidelines for “assisting bettors” in terms of operators’ ombudsman services and health support channels, reports said. It is part of the governm…
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Policy risks widen credit divide among Asia-Pacific gaming firms: S&P
Policy risks could widen credit gaps among Asia-Pacific gaming firms as regulation and market exposure increasingly shape rating outcomes. The post Policy risks widen credit divide among Asia-Pacific gaming firms: S&P first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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18 months into legalization but offshore still pockets $118M a month in Brazil
In a year and a half since the law took effect, Brazil cut offshore brands’ share of iGaming revenue from 35% to 21%. But even after licensing 167 brands and blocking more than 25,000 illegal domains, offshore still pulls in $118.3M a month. Factor in prediction markets, and the Brazil online gambling regulation offsh…
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SBC Media publica el informe “Brazil Betting Outlook 2026: One Year into Regulation”
SBC Media lanzó esta semana el informe independiente Brazil Betting Outlook 2026: One Year into Regulation, que analiza el primer año del mercado regulado de apuestas online en Brasil, ofreciendo […]
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Regulatory Trends 2026: First Half-Year Recap
In October 2025, SOFTSWISS released its annual iGaming Trends 2026 report. Now, with the first half of 2026 behind us and ahead of the next iGaming Trends 2027, we take an updated look at how regulation has moved across key markets – and three themes stand out: New licensing systems entered operation or confirmed laun…
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Sarah Fox joins UK Gambling Commission executive team on secondment from DCMS
Sarah Fox has joined the Gambling Commission’s Executive Team on secondment from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), taking responsibility for the regulator’s Policy, Research and Statistics functions, as well as National Lottery regulation. The appointment follows the departure of Executive D…
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Brazil outlook 2026: what’s changed since the market’s regulation?
It’s been 18 months since Brazil launched its regulated gambling framework and, during that time, the market has undergone a substantial transformation. Both international and domestic operators are looking to get in on the action, the competition between suppliers is hotting up – all the while, political dynamics are…
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Goa Casino Regulation Timeline Likely To Slip Beyond 2027 Election
Goa’s long-awaited casino regulations may not come into force until after state elections in February 2027, extending uncertainty over how its casino sector will be supervised. A senior official has indicated that legislative timing could push final approval of the rules into the next government’s term. Draft Rules Fi…
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South Korea Casino Reform Ideas Still Unsettled, Says Government Tourism Advisor
Plans to tighten South Korea’s casino regulation remain at a discussion stage and have not yet been formally tabled, according to tourism scholar and government advisor Lee Jae-seok. Speaking after a recent parliamentary forum on potential reforms, he outlined both the opportunities and risks in reshaping the country’…
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Goa’s new casino regulations likely delayed until 2027
Goa’s new gambling regulations will likely not take effect until a new government is formed next year due to insufficient […]
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Brazil iGaming brand rankings 2026: who won from market consolidation
Brazil’s iGaming market looks very different 18 months after regulation. Blask data shows how licensed operators captured the top 10, why market concentration is accelerating, and which local brands emerged as the biggest winners. Сообщение Brazil iGaming brand rankings 2026: who won from market consolidation появилис…
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Oregon adds to patchwork of US BNPL regulations
The US continues to regulate BNPL through a fragmented mix of state requirements that vary widely across the country. The American Fintech Council has urged Oregon to rethink its proposed buy now, pay later (BNPL) regulations. Last month, the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services, Division of Financial R…
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Goa casino rules may face delay until after 2027 election
Goa’s casino regulations may be delayed until after the 2027 state election, despite the government finalizing the long-pending draft rules. The post Goa casino rules may face delay until after 2027 election first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Max Tesla, Blask: “A client rebuilding their workflow around your data says you’re still right this quarter”
Max Tesla, CEO and Co-Founder of Blask, discusses solving igaming market intelligence gaps and navigating shifts in regulated markets. Exclusive interview.- Reliable market intelligence has become one of the industry’s most valuable competitive assets as operators expand into new jurisdictions, regulations evolve and …
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Pennsylvania bill proposes regulation of prediction markets and sports event contracts
House Bill 2711 on July 22, 2026, a US.- Pennsylvania Representative Tarik Khan has proposed a bipartisan measure that would establish a state regulatory framework for prediction markets and permit sports event contracts. House Bill 2711 is co-sponsored by 20 Democrats and four Republicans and has been referred to the…
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Anjouan iGaming license: A comprehensive guide to crypto and blockchain gambling regulation in 2026
By Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore
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Kaizen Gaming seeks Spain MD for Betano market launch
Kaizen Gaming is preparing for the long-anticipated launch of its flagship Betano sportsbook in Spain. The Greek betting giant is building up a localised Spanish leadership team to lead a local launch and expansion. As of 14 July, the licence registry of the Directorate General for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ) ha…
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Yes to Prediction Market Regulation, No to Ban: PA Could Take Middle Ground
Pennsylvania lawmakers have decided to take a different approach to the constantly growing debate over prediction markets, choosing regulation instead of outright bans. Representative Tarik Khan introduced House Bill 2711 last week, proposing a legal framework for companies such as Kalshi and Polymarket that offer con…
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Brazilian Finance Minister Calls for Cigarette-Style Regulation of Sports Betting
The Executive Secretary of the Ministry of Finance in Brazil, Dario Durigan, has suggested regulating and taxing sports betting operators as much as he does with tobacco products. The government aims to reduce the amount of gambling in the country and reinforce the control of licensed operators, Durigan said during an…
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India’s Real Money Gaming Ban Shapes Asia’s Wider iGaming Debate
India’s latest move on online gaming is emerging as one of the key developments in Asia’s iGaming market, with the country now drawing a clearer line between esports, social games, and real money gaming. The change has brought fresh attention to how regulation, enforcement, and market demand are shifting across the re…
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Fertitta Entertainment counsel doubts Texas will legalize gaming, expects SCOTUS to favor state regulation
The general counsel and executive vice president of Houston-based Fertitta Entertainment cast doubt on Texas getting legalized gaming anytime soon and told Nevada regulators he sees the Supreme Court preventing prediction markets from operating outside of state regulation. Steven Scheinthal weighed in on those topics …
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Brazil regulator opens public consultation on new betting licensing regulations
The Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA) is seeking contributions that will guide the drafting of a regulation revising the licensing procedure for betting operators.
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Technical Agility Reshapes iGaming Growth in Europe and LatAm
Getting a gambling license is no longer the hardest part of entering new markets. For many operators, the bigger challenge starts after approval, when they must adapt their platforms to local regulations, payment methods and player habits without rebuilding everything from scratch. That shift is becoming more visible …
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South Korea Casino Industry Pushes Back on Levy Hike, Renewal Plan
The Korea Casino Association has requested the government of South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism to revise its plan to introduce changes to the existing gambling regulations, saying that an increase in the tourist tax and a license renewal process would make it harder for the business sector to beco…
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Buenos Aires Bill Proposes Time Limits and Biometric Verification for Online Gambling
A new law has been presented in the Argentine Province of Buenos Aires to introduce more severe regulations on licensed online gambling sites. The initiative would also include features such as mandatory session time limits, daily logins, and real-time facial recognition, among others, to enhance player protection. It…
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Brazil Strengthens Digital Advertising Oversight Through New Government-Conar Partnership
The Ministry of Justice and Public Security (MJSP) of Brazil has signed a new cooperation agreement with the National Council for Advertising Self-Regulation (Conar) to reinforce the regulation of digital advertising in the country and bring more transparency to the digital advertising ecosystem. The project was intro…
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Brazil must not let up against illegal betting, ANJL president says
ANJL President Plínio Lemos Jorge reflects on record revenue, new advertising rules and the industry’s overall post-regulation expansion.
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Why AI-Native platforms could define iGaming’s next decade
Adam, legacy platforms are a growing concern for operators. Why have they become such a barrier to innovation and growth? Legacy platforms aren’t the problem in themselves. The problem is that many were built for a very different stage of the industry’s evolution. Over time, new regulations, integrations and commercia…
Read summary →Tabcorp hit with $1.8M fine over telemarketing violations
Australian betting company Tabcorp has been hit with a $1.8 million penalty after the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) found telemarketing and spam regulation violations. According to the investigation, the breaches occurred between February 2024 and June 2025, during which Tabcorp made calls to 35…
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Felix Koskei Briefed on Kenya’s Virtual Asset Service Provider Regulations Implementation
Felix Koskei, the Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service, received a briefing on the operationalisation of the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Act, 2025, and the associated Draft Virtual Asset Service Providers Regulations, 2026. The meeting included key leadership from the Nairobi International Financial Ce…
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Bulgaria rejects blanket ban proposal on gambling ads
The government of Bulgaria has rejected the opposition’s proposals to amend the country’s gambling regulations by introducing a blanket ban on gambling ads and increasing gambling taxes. Currently, Bulgaria imposes a 25% tax on gross gaming revenue and an additional 10% corporate tax. Despite the 60% channelization ra…
Read summary →5 Leaders – 1 Question: How can Asia-Pacific balance cultural sensitivities with regulatory competitiveness?
As more Asia-Pacific countries consider or expand casino and online regulation, five industry voices explain how governments can respect local cultural and political sensitivities while remaining competitive against neighbouring jurisdictions. Special report.- Across Asia-Pacific, the regulatory conversation is increa…
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Alabama to address potential gambling regulation in the next quadrennium, lawmaker says
Representative Chris Blackshear says the state needs to consider gambling regulation to control the black market and generate new revenue. US.- Alabama State Rep. Chris Blackshear has suggested that the state will address the possibility of regulated gambling in the next quadrennium, which begins next year. During an …
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Why global regulation is becoming the new standard for international brands
Analysis by 1xBet
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Kenya High Court Freezes New Gambling Licensing Rules
Kenya’s gambling industry has been thrown into uncertainty after the High Court suspended the country’s new licensing framework. Justice William Musyoka issued a stay order against the Gambling Control (Licensing) Regulations 2026, halting their rollout following a petition filed by Thomas Buckley Opar Owuor and Ken B…
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High Court of Kenya Temporarily Suspends a number of the Gambling Control Regulations 2026
The High Court of Kenya has issued a stay order against the implementation of Regulations 23 and 27 of the Gambling Control (Licensing) Regulations, 2026, pending the hearing and determination of the case. The Kenyan iGaming sector began transitioning to the new regulatory framework with the enactment of the Gambling …
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NASPL says prediction markets should face gambling regulation
Warning over consumer protection
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BHA hires new Chair amidst UK political battle against affordability and tax
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has revamped its leadership amid an intense period of campaigning around betting regulations and taxation. As the regulator of horse racing in the UK, the BHA has found itself embroiled in the extensive debate around Financial Risk Assessments (FRAs) and betting tax over the pas…
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Kenya High Court suspends new gambling licensing framework
The order was given in a case which claimed the regulation's capital requirement was not put to the public via consultation.
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US offshore gambling market 2026: $674B offshore — why regulation can’t close the gap
Blask estimates that offshore brands account for roughly two-thirds of US online gambling value, even as the regulated market continues to post record growth. Сообщение US offshore gambling market 2026: $674B offshore — why regulation can’t close the gap появились сначала на Blask.
Read summary →Mozambique introduces dedicated online gambling framework
Mozambique’s Council of Ministers has approved a new legal framework for online gambling, with a dedicated licensing regime for iGaming companies that would be separate from land-based operations. Under the newly passed Regulation on the Operation and Practice of Games of Chance through Electronic or Computerized Mean…
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Payment Expert Podcast: Elixirr’s Keith Bear on stablecoins, tokenised deposits and the UK-US split
The Payment Expert Podcast is joined by Elixirr’s Keith Bear to discuss stablecoin regulation on both sides of the Atlantic, the UK’s tokenised deposit pilot, and where account-to-account payments go next In the latest episode of the Payment Expert Podcast, Keith Bear, Associate Partner at Elixirr and a Fellow at the …
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Mozambique Sets Course for Dedicated Online Gambling Regulation
Mozambique has taken a decisive step towards modernising its gambling laws after the Council of Ministers approved the Regulation on the Operation and Practice of Games of Chance or Fortune through Electronic or Computerised Means. The measure establishes the country’s first regulatory framework designed specifically …
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Eastern Cape Gambling Board Hosts 2026 Licensee and Stakeholder Engagement Session
The Eastern Cape Gambling Board recently hosted the 2026 Licensee and Stakeholder Engagement Session at the Boardwalk to facilitate informed dialogue through open communication about the sector’s challenges and opportunities, promoting a fair approach to regulation. Under the theme “Partnering for Regulatory Excellenc…
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Dominican Republic Introduces Bill to Modernize Gambling Regulations
A new bill has been introduced in the Senate of the Dominican Republic that seeks to create a modern system of regulation for the country’s gambling sector. The proposal includes a range of gaming facilities like lottery agencies, sports betting shops, bingo halls, and electronic lottery sales points. The goal of the …
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UAE Builds Gaming Market Around Tourism, Regulation And Controlled Access
The United Arab Emirates is developing its casino market around regulation, tourism integration, and controlled access rather than broad gaming expansion, according to Macau-based lawyer Sofia Linhares. She said the country is taking a different approach from traditional gaming jurisdictions by setting up its regulato…
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Senators urge regulation of prediction markets to protect tribal sovereignty
The senators propose two key amendments to the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act and the Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act. US.- Twelve Democratic senators are calling for amendments to pending digital asset bills to address prediction markets that offer sports wagering and casino-style games. In a letter to the Sen…
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Brazilian Betting Industry Professionals Highlight the Sector’s Social and Economic Contributions
While debating gambling-related legislation, experts from the regulated gambling sector in Brazil have emphasized the social, economic and institutional impacts of gambling. Their remarks coincide with current discussions in Congress concerning regulation of industries, public financing and taxation. Those who express…
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Mozambique Establishes Independent Framework for Online Gambling Regulation
Mozambique has introduced its first dedicated legal framework for iGaming operations. The Council of Ministers approved the Regulation on the Operation and Practice of Games of Chance through Electronic or Computerised Means during its weekly meeting, creating a standalone licensing system for online operators. Until …
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High Court of Kenya Temporarily Suspends 2026 Gambling Control Regulations
The High Court of Kenya has issued a stay order against the implementation of the Gambling Control (Licensing) Regulations, 2026, pending the hearing and determination of the case. The Kenyan iGaming sector began transitioning to the new regulatory framework with the enactment of the Gambling Control Act, 2025, and th…
Read summary →High Court of Kenya Suspends 2026 Gambling Control Regulations
The High Court of Kenya has issued a stay order against the implementation of the Gambling Control (Licensing) Regulations, 2026. The Kenyan iGaming sector began transitioning to the new regulatory framework with the enactment of the Gambling Control Act, 2025, and the appointment of board members on October 24, 2025.…
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GAT Official Launch Brazil 2026 to spotlight regulation, integrity and casino legalization
Taking place on 29 - 30 July
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Revolut opens door for challenger banks in Australia
Revolut obtaining a banking licence in Australia brings firsts for the fintech and the country’s regulatory landscape. The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has granted Revolut an unrestricted Authorised Deposit-taking Institution (ADI) licence, making it the first global fintech to operate as a full b…
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