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Brazil seeks blocking of 5,209 betting domains after nationwide ban
Brazilian authorities have referred 5,209 betting-related domains for blocking as the government begins enforcing its nationwide prohibition of fixed-odds betting. Telecommunications regulator Anatel had issued blocking orders covering 2,387 of the domains by 29 September. The Ministry of Justice and Public Security a…
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SOFTSWISS 2027 report examines regulation, AI and localization trends in iGaming
Analysis of over 480,000 media headlines
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Unregulated operators took 72% of EU online gambling revenue in 2025
The study, prepared for the Campaign for Fairer Gambling, found that 91% of the gambling content seen by… The post Unregulated operators took 72% of EU online gambling revenue in 2025 appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Estudo global da SOFTSWISS projeta receita de € 461,8 bilhões para o iGaming até 2031
Em um momento de profundas mudanças para o setor de iGaming no Brasil, o debate sobre regulação, combate ao mercado ilegal e proteção dos consumidores ganha ainda mais relevância diante […] O post Estudo global da SOFTSWISS projeta receita de € 461,8 bilhões para o iGaming até 2031 apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
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Gentoo Media cuts 2026 guidance after Brazil betting ban
The Nasdaq Stockholm-listed group lowered its forecasts and outlined a €100m plan to repay its bonds The post Gentoo Media cuts 2026 guidance after Brazil betting ban appeared first on NEXT.io.
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FEJAR hails lasting impact of ICE Barcelona Sustainable Gambling Zone donation
The €20,000 donation awarded to FEJAR at ICE Barcelona 2026 has delivered far more than financial support, helping to launch a landmark international responsible gambling initiative that its President, Gerardo Rodríguez, believes will generate lasting benefits for player protection across the Ibero-American region. Th…
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Paf teams up with Facebook on Swiss pilot to target black market ads
Paf director Jesper Eliasson announced the pilot at SBC Summit Lisbon, with work set to begin next week.
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Com o Brasil em pauta, SBC Summit Lisboa aborda situação regulatória em vários países nesta quinta-feira
O último dia de atividades do SBC Summit Lisboa 2026 será dedicado a temas que estão em evidência no cenário mundial de jogos e apostas. A agenda do evento na […] O post Com o Brasil em pauta, SBC Summit Lisboa aborda situação regulatória em vários países nesta quinta-feira apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
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Malta’s Revised VAT and Gaming Tax Rules Take Effect
Malta has brought a revised tax regime for its gambling sector into force, changing the VAT treatment of some betting and casino services while restructuring the gaming taxes applied to activity involving players in Malta. The changes took effect on 1 October and were introduced through Legal Notices 84 and 86 of 2026…
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New study finds AI assistants wrongly label unlicensed casinos as KSA-approved
The study also found that all ten tools involved named at least one non-licensed operator when prompted.
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PSC Meet Mpumalanga Regulator Over New Public Service Commission Act, 2026
The Public Service Commission (PSC) recently met with the Mpumalanga Economic Regulator (MER) as part of its preparations to implement its expanded oversight responsibilities. Under the newly enacted Public Service Commission Act, 2026, the commission’s authority now formally extends across municipalities, state-owned…
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Etihad reveals it was not approached during Manchester City-Premier League case
Manchester City’s main sponsor Etihad Airways revealed in a statement it was not approached by the independent commission after the club was found to have broken Premier League financial regulations Manchester City’s primary sponsor Etihad Airways stated it is seeking legal counsel after it revealed it was not consult…
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Who Are You Gonna Call? – Ghostbusters Scratch-Off Game Coming to Mississippi
The Mississippi Lottery has a brand-newgame to offer players in October, with the $5 Ghostbusters scratch-off arriving in the state for a chance to capture not only a mischievous ghost, but also take a swipe at a decent prize. Mississippi’s Lottery Knows Who You Are Going to Call This Halloween The game will be availa…
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Norway Plans Legal Online Poker
Legal Poker Proposal The Norwegian Ministry of Culture and Equality has started a fast-track public consultation on changes to national gambling… The post Norway Plans Legal Online Poker appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Unregulated Platforms Take 72% of Europe’s Online Gambling
Europe’s Online Gambling Market Faces a Cross-Border Enforcement Challenge Unregulated online gambling generated an estimated 72 per cent of Europe’s total… The post Unregulated Platforms Take 72% of Europe’s Online Gambling appeared first on iGaming Express.
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One Step Closer: New Hampshire Online Casino Bill Moves Forward
New Hampshire has taken yet another step toward legalizing online casino gaming by advancing Senate Bill 104 in the Senate. The proposal that passed with a narrow 13-11 vote is still, however, facing a difficult path through the state Legislature. Next Stop: the Senate Finance Committee Now, the bill will reach the ey…
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Indianapolis Woman Figures It Out: She Won $200K and to Cover Mortgage, Debt
An Indianapolis woman and her partner were on their way to a fall festival with her partner when she decided to check her lottery tickets. Doing so, she immediately realized that something important had happened – she had won a nearly $200,000 prize from the lottery, enough to help her cover car debt and mortgage. […]
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Gaming in Spain Conference hosts regulator and industry while operators weigh new rules
Industry pushes back on new restrictions
Read summary →Play’n GO Comment on the Dutch Parliament Rejecting a Total Ad Ban
Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, has released the following comment today in response to the Dutch Parliament rejecting a... Read More...
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Four Women Arrested Over Illegal Gambling Machines, Business
The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office has issued a new press release in which it detailed the arrest of four suspects caught at the site of an illicit gambling venue in North Carolina. County law enforcement executed a search warrant in the Flat Rock area after police were tipped off about the conduct of illegal gambl…
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SBC Summit Lisbon: Black market and advertising debates lead day two
Speakers said tax, weak enforcement, and unregulated offers keep players with illegal operators, while an advertising panel questioned… The post SBC Summit Lisbon: Black market and advertising debates lead day two appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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X Claims Duel.com Founder Bribed and Manipulated Accounts
X has accused Duel.com founder Ossi Ketola of bribing employees, taking over usernames and trying to manipulate account suspensions amid a wider row over his accounts on the platform. X Accuses Duel.com Owner of Bribing Staff and Hacking Accounts X Corp. filed a lawsuit against Immortal Snail LLC, the owner of Duel.co…
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Macau September GGR falls 1.2% to $2.24B, lowest monthly total of 2026
Macau’s casino gross gaming revenue (GGR) fell 1.2 percent year-on-year in September, extending its run of annual declines to four months. Revenue totaled MOP18.063 billion ($2.24 billion), the lowest monthly […] The post Macau September GGR falls 1.2% to $2.24B, lowest monthly total of 2026 first appeared on Asia Gam…
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Macau GGR down 1.2% year-on-year to MOP$18.1 billion in September
Macau’s gross gaming fell to MOP$18.1 billion (US$2.24 billion) in September, representing a 1.2% year-on-year decrease, according to data from […]
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SkyCity Starts Sale Process for Adelaide Casino Resort
SkyCity Entertainment Group will begin a formal sale process for its SkyCity Adelaide casino resort after receiving inquiries from parties it considers credible. The New Zealand-based company said the process will seek proposals from those parties and other potential buyers for its Australian asset. The announcement w…
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The Supreme Court May Take Up Prediction Market Disputes
The US Supreme Court may soon enter the battle over prediction markets as conflicting court rulings and new petitions mean justices may have to judge whether sports-based event contracts fall under federal financial regulation or state gambling laws. While it is not certain whether the court will accept this case, a d…
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Dutch Gambling Association Takes Meta to Court over Illegal Gambling Advertising
VNLOK, the Dutch trade association for licensed online gambling operators, is taking another step in its fight against unregulated operators. The organization has summoned tech giant Meta to court, alleging that the company helped disseminate illegal gambling advertisements via Facebook and Instagram. VNLOK maintains …
Read summary →Volume Rewards Program On Kalshi Set To End Nearly A Year Early
Kalshi is ending its Volume Incentive Program, which paid participants based on their share of volume, according to a Sept. 28 self-certification filing with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission....
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Georgia Rolls Out International iGaming Licence With 6% GGR Tax
Georgia has officially activated its international iGaming licence framework, marking the full launch of a system designed to attract operators serving players outside the country. Random Systems Georgia (RSG), the firm tasked with advising and overseeing the regime, confirmed that the rollout follows a soft launch ea…
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Nevada: Gaming revenues post slight gains in August
Nevada continues to post modest monthly increases in gaming win, though tax revenue declined in August, according to state gaming regulators. The Nevada Gaming Control Board reported Wednesday that the state’s 453 casinos won $1.2 billion in August, a 3.1% increase over August 2025. For the fiscal year that began on J…
Read summary →New UK regulations exclude existing Category B machines
The UK Gambling Commission will go forward with the implementation of a revised compliance framework for land-based gaming machines. Changes are based on a consultation paper launched last year that collected a total of 1,065 responses. The topics covered included the Gaming Machine Technical Standards (GMTS), the Gam…
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Chile Questions Sports Sponsorships by Betting Companies Amid Regulatory Debate
Sports Minister of Chile, Francisco Riveros, has raised concerns about the sponsorship dealings between sports clubs and online betting firms, suggesting they should be regulated instead. In the Cómo te lo explico podcast, Riveros said he does not approve of these setups until the nation has laws for online betting si…
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Meridianbet mantiene su autorización en Brasil mientras analiza el nuevo escenario regulatorio
La compañía señaló que Brasil representa una participación inmaterial de sus ingresos y que Meridianbet ingresó al mercado de manera conservadora, limitando su exposición a la nueva medida provisional. Meridian Holdings informó sobre la situación generada por la nueva Medida Provisional firmada por el presidente de Br…
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UKGC Unveils Gaming Machine Standards Changes
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) has unveiled new gaming machine standards that have been designed to make the vertical safer and fairer. The changes come after consultations concerning the 2023 Gambling Act Review White Paper. The UKGC Wants to Make Gaming Safer and More Transparent According to the UK…
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Norway Moves to Legalize Online Poker Through Norsk Tipping
Norway’s Ministry of Culture and Equality has put forward proposals to amend the country’s gambling regulations, opening the door for Norsk Tipping to offer online poker. The move is intended to channel players away from unregulated platforms and into a controlled environment where safeguards are in place. Officials s…
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Brazil Operators Launch Legal Challenge To Lula Betting Ban
Two major associations representing the main national and multinational betting companies operating in Brazil have filed a case with the country’s Supreme... Read More...
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How likely is a suspension of Brazil’s betting ban in Supreme Court?
Lula's betting ban is in court and the clock is ticking. Can Brazil's licensed betting market still be saved? The post How likely is a suspension of Brazil’s betting ban in Supreme Court? appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Brazil betting groups seek Supreme Court suspension of nationwide fixed-odds ban
Petition filed early this week
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Aumenta el número de sitios ilegales de apuestas tras la prohibición en Brasil
Tras la prohibición de las apuestas online en Brasil, anunciada la semana pasada mediante una medida provisional firmada por el presidente Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, el número de plataformas […]
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German Police Seize Gaming Machines in Hildesheim Illegal Gambling Raids
German police have seized gaming machines and cash during a large-scale operation targeting suspected illegal gambling in Hildesheim, with 15 people now under investigation as part of a wider criminal case. More than 20 residential and commercial properties across the city were searched simultaneously on 29 September,…
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Lotería de Córdoba y la Unión Cordobesa de Rugby se unen para prevenir el juego ilegal en menores
Lotería de Córdoba anunció la firma de un nuevo convenio con la Unión Cordobesa de Rugby con el objetivo de fortalecer la protección de menores de edad ante el posible […]
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Brazilian gaming execs: Black market the only winner of shock betting ban
Operators and suppliers who spoke to NEXT.io agree Brazil's betting ban puts players directly into the hands of unlicensed platforms The post Brazilian gaming execs: Black market the only winner of shock betting ban appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Anders Dorph: “In GREF we want to form a common front”
Bartosz Burzyński: Denmark blocked 334 illegal gambling websites in 2025 and has also strengthened cooperation with technology and telecom companies.… The post Anders Dorph: “In GREF we want to form a common front” appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Frank Op de Woerd: “The illegal market is a major problem”
Bartosz Burzyński: You will moderate the panel “The Dutch Dilemma: Deposit Caps, Ad Bans and the Black Market Boom” in… The post Frank Op de Woerd: “The illegal market is a major problem” appeared first on iGaming Express.
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North Carolina Lottery Awards $895K Jackpot to One Lucky Local
The North Carolina Education Lottery has awarded another happy local with a six-figure prize on Thursday, September 24. The man, identified as Joshua Pulliam of Ayden, was playing a Fast Play ticket. The prize was worth $859, 725. Pulliam had bought a 100X The Cash Fast Play game ticket at the Food Lion on Old […]
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Editorial – Unraveling the gambling prohibition paradox
I can’t help but notice the sudden and rapid emergence of the term “channelization” across the Asia-Pacific regulatory gaming space […]
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Gambling Commission tightens gaming machine regulations
A new set of standards for category B gaming machines will be phased in over the next two years The post Gambling Commission tightens gaming machine regulations appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Imo State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (IMLGA) to Convene South-East, South-South Stakeholders for Responsible Gaming Capacity Building Programme in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria.
Gamble Alert, in collaboration with the Imo State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (IMLGA), is set to host the South-East & South-South Responsible Gaming Capacity Building Programme (SESSRG), a practical regional initiative designed to strengthen responsible gaming capacity across Nigeria’s gaming ecosystem. The two-da…
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Brazil seeks to block 5,209 betting domains as post ban enforcement intensifies
Brazil’s Ministry of Justice and Public Security (MJSP) and Ministry of Finance said the 5,209 domains had been identified as… The post Brazil seeks to block 5,209 betting domains as post ban enforcement intensifies appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Up to $2,000 in Fines: NJ Bill to Replace Criminal Penalties for Underage Gambling
After recently seeking to protect vulnerable consumers in New Jersey from targeted advertising that could compound their gambling issues, state lawmakers are now looking into a bipartisan bill that would change the way underage gambling violations are handled at casinos and simulcasting facilities. Namely, Senate Bill…
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Bill Murphy – A life of loyalty
Bill Murphy, Vice President of Sales at Crane Payment Innovations (CPI), recounts his journey from Manchester, England to the beaches […]
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MGA Suspends Condor Malta Licence While UK Authorisation Remains Active
Condor Malta Limited’s gaming licence has been suspended in Malta over regulatory and financial compliance issues, while the operator continues to hold an active remote casino and betting licence in Great Britain. The Malta Gaming Authority imposed the suspension on 16 September, although the enforcement action was no…
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SOFTSWISS report: North America drives growth as Europe’s regulatory squeeze intensifies
Europe's GGR is expected to grow 6% anually, while North America faces the largest CAGR of 15%.
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VNLOK summons Meta to Amsterdam court over illegal gambling ads
The trade body wants Meta ordered to do more to prevent illegal gambling adverts, after MPs backed giving… The post VNLOK summons Meta to Amsterdam court over illegal gambling ads appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Read summary →UK Considers New Local Powers for Gambling Venues
UK Gambling Policy Enters A New Consultation Phase UK Gambling Minister Vicky Foxcroft is preparing a consultation on the Gambling Act’s “aim… The post UK Considers New Local Powers for Gambling Venues appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Opposition in Bulgaria wants ‘loopholes’ closed in gambling reform proposal
Assen Vassilev, Chairman of Bulgaria’s opposition party We Continue the Change (PP), has called for changes in the latest proposal to reform Bulgaria’s Gambling Act, warning that several “loopholes” could undermine its intended purpose of limiting gambling advertising. On 23 September, Prime Minister Rumen Radev and h…
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UK gambling operators could seek RGD refunds after Jumpman ruling
CMS UK partner Stephen Hignett says the ruling represents a rare piece of positive news for a UK online gambling sector plagued by regulatory headwinds and tax hikes The post UK gambling operators could seek RGD refunds after Jumpman ruling appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Dados do Ministério da Justiça e de levantamento da ANJL confirmam incapacidade do Governo Federal de extinguir bets ilegais
Menos da metade dos sites clandestinos tiveram o desligamento determinado pela Anatel, enquanto monitoramento do mercado legal identifica quase 900 novos sites em um dia The post Dados do Ministério da Justiça e de levantamento da ANJL confirmam incapacidade do Governo Federal de extinguir bets ilegais appeared first …
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Cinco pontos que funcionam melhor que o banimento das bets
Artigo de Caio Loureiro, Jun Makuta e Adriana Ferreira defende que em vez de ratificar o banimento, o Congresso pode aprimorar a regulação através de medidas como conscientização, combate ao jogo ilegal, fortalecimento da SPA, transparência de dados e destinação mais racional dos recursos do GGR The post Cinco pontos …
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SBC Summit Lisbon: Brazil ban and Michael Jordan headline day one
Operator executives said the ban would not solve Brazil’s problems, while panels on Poland and CEE focused on… The post SBC Summit Lisbon: Brazil ban and Michael Jordan headline day one appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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