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Unauthorised betting domains jump 160% after Brazil ban, Bet Legal data shows
The count on Iron Security’s panel rose by 604 domains, or 160.2%, in the three days after the… The post Unauthorised betting domains jump 160% after Brazil ban, Bet Legal data shows appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Brazil trade bodies call for Supreme Court to suspend betting ban
The National Association of Games and Lotteries and the Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming have filed a "Statement on Supervening Fact" with the Supreme Federal Court, outlining why the provisional measure could be unconstitutional.
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Pennsylvania American Legion Supports Electronic Pull-Tabs Legislation
The American Legion Department of Pennsylvania has joined a coalition pushing for changes to Pennsylvania’s charitable gaming regulations, including the legalization of electronic pull-tabs. American Legion Joins Push to Expand Pennsylvania Charitable Gaming The organization’s executive committee unanimously approved …
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Brazil Ban Has Five Percent Odds
Legal Challenge And Timetable Regulus Partners outlined four potential outcomes for Brazil’s online gambling ban. It estimated a 5% chance that… The post Brazil Ban Has Five Percent Odds appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Brazil’s Black Market on the Offensive Following Lula’s Ban on Gambling
According to the Bet Legal platform, the recent events in Brazil have catalyzed the illegal gambling market, with more than 415 new illegal gambling websites arriving in the market since Friday, September 25, when Brazilian President Lula da Silva announced Provisional Measure 1,394. Black Market Operators Pounce on O…
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David Winnie’s views on Manchester City 114 and the ramifications
The reports of Manchester City being found guilty of 114 out of 115 charges of the Premier League’s financial regulations have rocked English football in the last several days. Following the independent commission’s reported guilty verdict, questions have naturally surfaced around what sanctions Manchester City will b…
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Meta Sued Over Illegal Gambling Ads in Netherlands
Pressure on Social Platforms Over Illegal Gambling Ads Dutch trade association VNLOK has summoned Meta to an Amsterdam court over… The post Meta Sued Over Illegal Gambling Ads in Netherlands appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Can Britain’s bookies win their latest gaming tax fight? The odds and optics are against them…
A year on from the tax rows of the summer of 2025, we’re heading into autumn 2026 with a sense of deja vu. Once again, UK betting firms find themselves facing another tax rise. This year though, lobbying might be even more difficult, and the simple reason for this is optics. Last year, while betting […]
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Governo federal cria comitê para fiscalizar apostas e publicidade ilegal
Comitê interministerial com 11 órgãos vai monitorar pessoas físicas e jurídicas, bloquear sites e interromper fluxos financeiros de apostadores ilegais; o colegiado se reunirá ordinariamente a cada seis meses The post Governo federal cria comitê para fiscalizar apostas e publicidade ilegal appeared first on BNLData.
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GAFCSC Pays Appreciation Visit to NLA for 50th Anniversary Support
The National Lottery Authority (NLA) on Thursday, 17 September 2026, welcomed a delegation from the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC) on an official visit to express appreciation for the Authority’s sponsorship of the College’s 50th Anniversary celebrations. Representing GAFCSC Commandant Major Gen…
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Brazil’s iGaming demand falls 20.1% after nationwide betting ban
The fall followed a 41.45% one-day spike on 26 September, as industry associations asked Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court… The post Brazil’s iGaming demand falls 20.1% after nationwide betting ban appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Spanish Operators Signal Strong Opposition Against Gambling Reform Ahead of Gaming in Spain Conference
As the Spanish government is preparing another round of gambling restrictions, licensed operators are now indicating that they will resist these measures... Read More...
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Aristocrat Interactive's CXS secures ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification across global offices
External audit of security framework
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ReferOn: "Competitive commission rates attract affiliates, but a seamless platform UX retains them"
Michael Saliba, Senior Sales Manager Michael Saliba, Senior Sales Manager at ReferOn
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Brazil betting ban triggers increase in illegal betting just days after announcement
Following the Provisional Measure Brazil President Lula da Silva.
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Operadores de juego en España desafían las nuevas restricciones y estudian acciones legales
Mientras el gobierno español se prepara para implementar una nueva serie de restricciones al juego, los operadores con licencia están indicando que... Leer más... La entrada Operadores de juego en España desafían las nuevas restricciones y estudian acciones legales se publicó primero en iGaming Futuro.
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Asia Gaming eBrief: DigiPlus responds to Brazil online betting ban
A sweeping ban, but a limited financial impact expected. DigiPlus says Brazil’s online betting prohibition is unlikely to materially affect its overall financial or operating position, with customer withdrawals and the return of player funds taking priority as legal and legislative proceedings continue. Meanwhile, Cen…
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Visualize unites BMM Testlabs and eCOGRA to create global gaming TICC leader
The Visualize Group has completed its previously announced acquisition of eCOGRA, a leading provider of testing, inspection, certification and compliance (TICC) services to the regulated gaming industry. The post Visualize unites BMM Testlabs and eCOGRA to create global gaming TICC leader first appeared on Asia Gaming…
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Spectrum Gaming Group appoints former UKGC executive director Tim Miller as Senior Regulatory Advisor
Spectrum Gaming Group has announced the appointment of Tim Miller, former Executive Director of the United Kingdom Gambling Commission and founder of GamReg Consulting, as an independent Senior Regulatory Advisor. The post Spectrum Gaming Group appoints former UKGC executive director Tim Miller as Senior Regulatory Ad…
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Why compliance should start before your iGaming product is ready to launch
Analysis by Gaming Associates
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G2E: Prediction markets at odds with regulators, gaming operators
Moderator Rebecca Darin Goldberg promised attendees of the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) session “Prediction Markets, Regulatory Oversight and Integrity” it would be more educational than contentious. But from the beginning, it was clear the majority of the panel regarded prediction markets unfavorably. Shawn Fluharty, a D…
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IBJR and ABRAJOGO Criticize Brazil’s Betting Ban, Citing Regulatory and Legal Risks
Brazil’s decision to ban fixed-odds betting across the country has been criticized by the Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming (IBJR), the Brazilian Association of International Gaming Operators and Suppliers, and ABRAJOGO. Both organizations say the PM 1394/2026 is incompatible with the regulatory regime provid…
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Kyrgyzstan Gambling Tax Revenue Reaches US$5.07M in 8 Months
The gambling tax income of Kyrgyzstan stood at KGS443 million or $5.07 million during the period of January-August 2026, according to the data provided by the Ministry of Finance. The income was derived from various sectors of gambling, but the income generated through physical casinos made up almost the entire income…
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PAGCOR’s Alejandro Tengco wants online gaming law enacted during his term
In the fourth and final part of this series from IAG’s recent interview at the IAG EXPO, with PAGCOR Chairman […]
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Wisconsin Defends Tribal Online Sports Betting Law Amid Court Challenge
Wisconsin is standing firm behind Act 247, its law allowing Native American tribes to run online sports betting, and is pushing back against a lawsuit filed by the Brown County Taxpayers’ Association. The state argues that the group does not have the legal standing to challenge the measure and that the claims raised f…
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Arizona Attempts to Restart Legal Fight Against Kalshi
Arizona’s attorney general, Kris Mayes, has petitioned the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals to overturn an earlier ruling that barred the state from pursuing legal action against prediction platform Kalshi. Mayes argues that a similar Nevada case confirmed that states can regulate sports-related prediction contracts. M…
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VNLOK Drags Meta to Amsterdam Court Over Gambling Ads
Dutch trade association VNLOK has taken Meta to the Amsterdam District Court, accusing the tech giant of allowing illegal gambling ads to spread across Facebook and Instagram. The lawsuit, filed on 28 September, follows months of warnings from the Dutch industry group and comes just as lawmakers prepare to vote on a m…
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Tim Miller adds new role with Spectrum Gaming Group
Miller has already launched his own consultancy GamReg, as well as taking on a strategic advisor role with Gaming Compliance International The post Tim Miller adds new role with Spectrum Gaming Group appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Brazil betting industry weighs Supreme Court challenge to Lula ban
Brazil’s betting industry is preparing a coordinated legal response to the country’s newly imposed gambling ban, with operators weighing a Supreme Court challenge aimed at preventing their websites and applications from being shut down on 6 October. Representatives of operators, trade associations and associated busin…
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Brazil puts banks and technology platforms at centre of betting crackdown
Brazil’s government is creating a broad enforcement regime against illegal betting that will place new responsibilities on banks, payment institutions, telecommunications companies, app stores and internet platforms after the country’s licensed market closes. Provisional Measure No. 1,394 prohibits fixed-odds betting …
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Brazilian trade groups ask Supreme Court to suspend betting ban
The associations argue that President Lula's provisional measure banning online betting is unconstitutional and ask for its effects to be suspended The post Brazilian trade groups ask Supreme Court to suspend betting ban appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Jumpman Gaming Scores Court Victory & Avoids $17.5M in Freeplay Taxes
Jumpman Gaming, a Super Group-owned business describing itself as a leading innovator in iGaming, has scored a major triumph as the UK’s Upper Tribunal ruled in the company’s favor in a dispute with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). HMRC Claimed That Jumpman Owed Millions in Taxes Jumpman Gaming had been locking horns with…
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VNLOK summons Meta to court in Netherlands
The trade body has been threatening to sue Meta for its failure to stem the dissemination of illegal gambling ads since June The post VNLOK summons Meta to court in Netherlands appeared first on NEXT.io.
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VNLOK summons Meta to court in latest action against illegal gambling ads in Netherlands
A motion to grant the KSA with powers to fine digital platforms over illegal gambling ads is on the parliamentary docket for tomorrow.
Read summary →De la autorregulación al mercado regulado: evolución jurídica de las apuestas deportivas en Perú
El socio fundador de Samohod-Abogados analiza la evolución del mercado peruano de apuestas deportivas y juegos a distancia, a casi cuatro años de la entrada en vigor de su marco regulatorio. Desde su experiencia en el sector, aborda los principales desafíos que enfrentó la industria, los aspectos que aún podrían perfe…
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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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Jumpman Escapes £13.2m Tax Bill After Tribunal Rejects HMRC’s Free‑Spins Case
The Upper Tribunal (Tax and Chancery Chamber) has wiped out a £13.2m Remote Gaming Duty bill raised against Jumpman Gaming over its free‑spins promotions. The case, heard at the Rolls Building in London in June and decided last Friday(Sep 25), centred on how UK tax law treats free spins and other promotional play on r…
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Better Collective en Brasil: la prohibición de las apuestas obliga a recortar previsiones y suspender recompras
Las operaciones de Better Collective en Brasil han quedado en una situación de incertidumbre después de que los últimos acontecimientos regulatorios en... Leer más... La entrada Better Collective en Brasil: la prohibición de las apuestas obliga a recortar previsiones y suspender recompras se publicó primero en iGaming…
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Nearly 300 illegal betting sites created in Brazil one day after Lula bans gambling
The Bet Legal platform identified a 141% increase in the opening of unauthorised platforms after the publication of Provisional Measure 1,394.
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DigiPlus issues Brazil response following President’s ban on online gambling
Leading Philippine online gaming operator DigiPlus Interactive Corp says it is “closely monitoring” developments in Brazil after the country’s President, […]
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IBJR señala que la prohibición de las apuestas rompe el marco regulatorio en Brasil
El Instituto Brasileño de Juego Responsable (IBJR) emitió un comunicado de prensa en el que critica la prohibición total de las apuestas de cuota fija en Brasil. Para la entidad […]
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US Court rules states can regulate Kalshi sports contracts
Ohio, Tennessee can enforce gambling laws
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Finland receives 75 gambling license applications ahead of July 2027 market opening
Six-to-eight-month processing target
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Jumpman Gaming defeats HMRC in £13.2m free spins tax battle
The decision could have a major impact on wider online casino industry after Evoke identified the outcome of this case as a potential multimillion-pound exposure The post Jumpman Gaming defeats HMRC in £13.2m free spins tax battle appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Niegan en Chile la contradicción entre el bloqueo de apuestas y el cobro de impuestos
El ministro de Transportes y Telecomunicaciones de Chile, Louis De Grange, rechazó que exista una contradicción entre el bloqueo de plataformas de apuestas online consideradas “ilegales” en el país y […]
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Regulus Partners: 5% chance of Brazil ban becoming permanent
The final outcome depends on a number of factors, including the result of Brazil's general election beginning on 4 October The post Regulus Partners: 5% chance of Brazil ban becoming permanent appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Kalshi Takes Another Blow as Court Says That States Can Regulate Prediction Markets
Kalshi has been dealt another major blow after the 6th US Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati ruled that the states of Ohio and Tennessee can indeed apply their local gambling laws to event contracts. Kalshi, however, is optimistic that the decision will not last. Prediction Markets Continue to Face Pushback Predic…
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‘Like Black Friday’: Global industry reacts to Brazilian betting ban
Across the global gaming industry, businesses are digesting what Brazil’s bombshell online gambling ban means for the future The post ‘Like Black Friday’: Global industry reacts to Brazilian betting ban appeared first on NEXT.io.
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What Brazil’s online betting ban means for European operators
Deposits stopped on 25 September, and Entain now expects to land at the lower end of its FY26… The post What Brazil’s online betting ban means for European operators appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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BGC highlights human cost of betting shop closures and tax rise with new campaign
The association cited EY modelling that found such an increase in tax could put up to 16,000 jobs at risk.
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Lula decreta o fracasso da regulação que a Fazenda comandou por 22 meses
Em entrevista à Band, presidente justifica a MP 1.394 dizendo que a regulamentação falhou. Dados do TCU e da própria Fazenda mostram que a falha está no combate ao mercado ilegal, que agora fica sozinho em campo The post Lula decreta o fracasso da regulação que a Fazenda comandou por 22 meses appeared first on BNLData.
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Pennsylvania Gaming Board fines MGM Resorts and CountR over licensing breaches
MGM Resorts fined $50,250
Read summary →What will dominate the business conversations at SBC Summit 2026?
1. Regulation versus commercial reality Regulation is one of the clearest themes running through this year’s SBC Summit. There is… The post What will dominate the business conversations at SBC Summit 2026? appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Brazil Blocks 506 Suspected Betting Sites as Online Ads Persist After Ban
Brazilian authorities have blocked 506 websites suspected of offering unauthorized betting, but a parallel government sweep found that gambling promotions were still reaching Brazilian users through major digital platforms after a new prohibition took effect. The crackdown brings together the Ministry of Justice and P…
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NCPG May Be Looking into New Director Following Kalshi Donation, Controversy
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) is holding its own, arguing that it is focused on addressing harm, no matter where it occurs – prediction markets included – but that the organization will not concern itself with matters of legality. Once again, this remark has to do with the fact that gaming regulators…
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Lula giveth, Lula taketh away: Brazil wakes up without a betting market
Three days after Lula banned the sector he regulated, operators are preparing a Supreme Court challenge, Congress is pushing the debate back until after the elections and international investors are running the numbers for the first time this Monday The post Lula giveth, Lula taketh away: Brazil wakes up without a bet…
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Illinois iLottery Player Scoops $913K Prize
An Illinois Lottery player has much to be happy about, as they won a six-figure prize from the FastPlay Cash Castle game on Thursday, September 24. The lottery confirmed the news and the sum of the win – a whopping $913,372, which will prove a life-changing prize for the winner once they step forward to […]
Read summary →Brazil’s betting ban sparks backlash from world’s biggest bookies
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva declared an outright ban on online betting in Brazil on Friday, and the impacts are likely going to be felt far beyond the South American nation. The nation has seen its gambling market grow exponentially since first being made legal two years ago, with a competitive earnings baseli…
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Why draw games are digital lottery’s biggest untapped opportunity
Durba Sinha Roy, VP of iLottery Platform Product, Draw and Growth at Brightstar Lottery, elaborates on where the optimal opportunities reside for those looking to make significant headway within the sector. Despite being the foundation of most lottery portfolios, draw games remain underrepresented online. Industry dat…
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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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