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PAGCOR expects GCG decision on decoupling soon
Tengco made the announcement during his keynote address at the IAG Academy Summit 2026 at Newport World Resorts Manila The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) expects a decision from the Governance Commission for Government-Owned or-Controlled Corporations (GCG) on its proposal to separate the agency’…
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Florida Piles Pressure on Illegal Gambling, 160+ Machines Seized
Florida is back on illegal gambling, with the state’s Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) leading a new effort into illicit activity. The regulator has busted two locations, leading to the seizure of more than 160 gambling devices. The commission, in partnership with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, the Florida High…
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Brazil orders direct bank controls to stop illegal gambling flows
The Secretariat for Prizes and Betting (SPA) will apply new measures to identify and disrupt financial transactions linked to unlicensed operators targeting Brazil’s online gambling market. Published on 14 September, Ordinance SPA/MF No. 2,750/2026 establishes procedures to tackle the financial flows supporting illega…
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Dabble pays $763K penalty for gambling self-exclusion breaches
Dabble paid $763,000 in penalties after failing to close self-excluded accounts and sending messages to excluded users. The post Dabble pays $763K penalty for gambling self-exclusion breaches first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Prediction Market Platforms Call on SCOTUS to Take a Stance
Crypto.com and Robinhood Markets have had enough with the constant equivocation surrounding the legality of prediction markets insofar as state gaming regulators are concerned. Crypto.com and Robinhood Markets Call on SCOTUS to Make a Stand The companies want the Supreme Court of the United States to finally intervene…
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Midnite warned, White Hat Gaming cleared in latest ASA action
The UK advertising regulator deemed the Midnite ad breached regulations but cleared White Hat Gaming over three of its adverts The post Midnite warned, White Hat Gaming cleared in latest ASA action appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Entain could slash 400 Customer Care roles amid tax hikes
NEXT.io understands the rationalisation of the Customer Care function will affect 11 hubs globally, including the UK and Gibraltar The post Entain could slash 400 Customer Care roles amid tax hikes appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Entain appeals directly to Burnham as another round of job cuts tabled
Ladbrokes Coral owner Entain is set to cut up to 400 of its 2,000 customer care roles across the UK, attributing what it calls the “simplification” of this division to new tax burdens. The LSE-listed company has simultaneously stepped up lobbying efforts ahead of the Autumn Budget, hoping to avoid another increase in …
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Gambling Commission sets out to establish how informative ‘informed choice’ is
The UK Gambling Commission has flipped the consumer insights playbook around, publishing its first study on what players understand as ‘informed choice’. Introduced by Commission Strategy Manager Donna Bateman, the Behavioural Insights Team report forms part of the UK regulator’s 2024-2027 strategy to nurture a better…
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Indian Gaming Association calls on the CFTC to close prediction market loophole
Companies continue to offer sports bets outside the regulatory framework During a Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) private, invitation-only roundtable, the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), the Indian Gaming Association (IGA), and other regional Tribal organisations reiterated that sports-event …
Read summary →African Gaming Forum agenda to examine regulation and growth across Africa’s key markets
The African Gaming Forum will bring together senior stakeholders from across the continent to examine how Africa’s gaming industry can grow sustainably as regulation, taxation and market structures evolve. Taking place on Wednesday, 30 September at the Myriad Hotel in Lisbon, the invite-only Forum will feature a full …
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Dabble Sports pays AU$1m over self-exclusion failures in Australia
ACMA issued Dabble with a total of 54 penalties over the self-exclusion failings The post Dabble Sports pays AU$1m over self-exclusion failures in Australia appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Crown dipping its toe back into international waters
Having ceased all international marketing in the wake of the regulatory inquiries into its historical operations in 2020 and 2021, […]
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Build vs Buy: Why iGaming Operators Are Licensing Their Advertising Tech
No serious operator builds its own platform software or payment gateway from scratch — those are licensed from software specialists so the team can focus on running the business. Advertising is the same kind of layer, yet some operators still try to build it in-house. Serhii Shchelkov, AdTech Expert at Epom, on why th…
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OpenBet to acquire OmniLogic to enhance lottery sportsbook offering
OmniLogic will provide OpenBet access to leading lottery operators across Europe's regulated markets.
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Lords committee calls for a comprehensive ban on gambling advertising in the UK
‘A comprehensive ban on gambling advertising represents the most effective policy option to advance the Government’s aim of reducing gambling harms’ A new report from the House of Lords Liaison Committee has followed up the July 2020 report of the Gambling Industry Committee which recommended a public health approach …
Read summary →Beyond Translation: Why Localisation Is Becoming the Key to Global iGaming Growth
As iGaming operators expand across an increasingly complex regulated landscape, the challenge is no longer simply entering new markets, but understanding what... Read More...
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UKGC Urges Stronger Player Understanding
Research Challenges Information Reliance On September 15, 2026, the UK Gambling Commission cited a new report on player decision-making. The regulator… The post UKGC Urges Stronger Player Understanding appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Europe’s Illegal Online Gambling Market Hits €12bn
Illegal Gambling Expands Across Europe as Regulation Tightens Europe’s illegal online gambling market has tripled since 2020 and now holds… The post Europe’s Illegal Online Gambling Market Hits €12bn appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Genius Sports CEO: Growth Holds Amid Regulatory Shifts
Prediction Markets and the Demand for Sports Data Genius Sports expects demand for sports wagering and prediction products to continue… The post Genius Sports CEO: Growth Holds Amid Regulatory Shifts appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Aristocrat Interactive to show how the power of gaming drives player experiences for lotteries at NASPL 2026
NASPL takes place September 21 to 24, 2026, in Orlando, Florida Aristocrat Interactive, the regulated online Real Money Gaming (RMG) division of Aristocrat Leisure Limited, today announced its participation as a Level 2 Partner at the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) 2026 Annual Con…
Read summary →Brightstar Lottery Tender Offer Results Announced
Brightstar Lottery has announced the results of its Brightstar Lottery tender offer, publishing the details via its investor relations channels for shareholders.... Read More...
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CT Interactive releases Crown and Orb
Crown and Orb is inspired by royal treasures, legendary figures, and timeless tales CT Interactive has announced the launch of its latest title, Crown and Orb, an engaging online slot that combines accessible gameplay with a refined visual presentation inspired by royal treasures, legendary figures, and timeless tales…
Read summary →BGC St Leger Warning: £8m Staked with Black Market
BGC St Leger warning estimates £8m staked with illegal betting operators across the Doncaster meeting as racing marks the 250th anniversary of the Classic.... Read More...
Read summary →Gaming in Spain Conference announces agenda
Gaming in Spain Conference announces agenda With far-reaching regulatory innovations on the horizon, the 2026 Gaming in Spain Conference, which takes place on Tuesday, October 15, 2026, is an event that simply cannot be missed. This event offers the perfect mix of highly pertinent topics, relevant attendees & speakers…
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BetComply strengthens team with trio of new hires
BetComply has strengthened its compliance team with the appointment of three experienced industry professionals as the consultancy expands the support it provides to clients across regulatory and technical compliance. Tiago Scoda Botelho has joined the company as Regulatory & Licensing Compliance Officer, while Renald…
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OpenBet agrees to acquire lottery sportsbook specialist OmniLogic
The deal brings OmniLogic’s decade-long roster of regulated lottery clients and EMEA omnichannel platform into OpenBet’s fold, pending… The post OpenBet agrees to acquire lottery sportsbook specialist OmniLogic appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Asia Gaming eBrief: CLSA cuts 2027 Macau GGR forecast by 4% on weak outlook
The long view on Macau is getting shorter on optimism. CLSA has cut its 2027 GGR forecast by 4 percent to $32.2 billion, arguing that muted growth and stubborn operating costs will keep casino margins under pressure. The near-term picture is hardly brighter: HSBC sees third-quarter GGR falling 3 percent to 5 percent a…
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RG24seven introduces RG-CERTIFIED compliance training for the global gaming industry
RG24seven Virtual Training has announced the launch of RG-CERTIFIED, a gaming-focused compliance training program designed for operators, regulators, suppliers and other organizations across the global gaming industry. The post RG24seven introduces RG-CERTIFIED compliance training for the global gaming industry first …
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Gyeonggi Schools Partner With KGCC to Prevent Youth Gambling
Gyeonggi Province’s Office of Education has entered into an agreement with Korea’s Gambling Control Commission, or KGCC, to strengthen youth gambling prevention in schools. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed on Monday at Osan Seongho Middle School. This initiative will be focused on providing support in combat…
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Senate cloture vote on CLARITY Act fails, dealing defeat to prediction markets
The U.S. Senate on Tuesday failed to clear a procedural hurdle for the CLARITY Act, a vote tribal-gaming operators and lawmakers believe was a crucial step in their efforts to prohibit prediction market companies from offering sports-event contracts. Senators voted 49-50 to reject cloture on the motion, a legislative …
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Sportsbook Dabble fined over AU1 million for breaching gambling self-exclusion rules
Australia’s online gambling watchdog has fined sports betting operator Dabble Sports Pty Ltd more than AU$1 million (US$721,620) for gambling […]
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Houston Player Wins $7.5M from Lotto Texas
A lucky player in Texas has turned their lottery ticket into a seven-figure payday after winning the latest Lotto Texas jackpot. According to the announcement, the winner had selected the cash value option, although they have yet to come forward to claim their winnings. Texas Lottery Player Wins $7.5M A Texan just mad…
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Uganda High Court Judge Praises NLGRB’s Work on Gambling Regulation
Uganda’s Principal Judge, Jane Frances Abodo, has praised the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board for its role in regulating the country’s gambling sector. Her remarks came during Uganda’s third National Court Open Day, held on September 10 at Kololo Independence Grounds in Kampala. The NLGRB, which hosted …
Read summary →Ohio Quietly Leaves NCPG Over Kalshi As Massachusetts Weighs Own Exit
The Ohio Casino Control Commission has withdrawn its membership from the National Council on Problem Gambling, becoming the third state gaming regulator confirmed to sever ties with the organization... The post Ohio Quietly Leaves NCPG Over Kalshi As Massachusetts Weighs Own Exit appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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Rep. Dina Titus Continues the Fight for Full Federal Gambling Loss Deduction
Nevada Rep. Dina Titus is not backing down from her fight to restore the full federal deduction for gambling losses. She is urging members of the House Ways and Means Committee to act as they consider a new round of tax legislation. Her FAIR BET Act still faces an uphill battle, as it competes for […]
Read summary →Pro Leagues, Players Call For States To Ban Bettors For Harassment
The five major U.S. professional sports leagues and their players associations sent a joint letter to state gaming regulators this week calling for uniform rules that would permanently ban bettors... The post Pro Leagues, Players Call For States To Ban Bettors For Harassment appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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Konami vaults into Class II with some of the company’s most popular titles
Konami has become a new player in the Class II gaming space and already boasts three states in the company’s portfolio. The slot developer previously licensed only Class II content to a third party, but the longtime gaming brand is now forging ahead with its own in-house offerings in an effort to better serve the... R…
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Genius Sports CEO: We will be paid regardless of change
The Chief Executive Officer of Genius Sports has made a bold statement, claiming that the demand for gambling and predictions platforms will not change – nor apparently impact each other. In an announcement to investors, Mark Locke stated that while he is anticipating regulatory change especially for prediction market…
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Brazil regulator targets banks and payment firms in illegal betting crackdown
Brazil’s betting regulator is tightening its financial controls, putting banks and payment firms at the forefront of its illegal betting crackdown.
Read summary →Solas Compliance partners with Super to strengthen marketing oversight
Solas Compliance has agreed a partnership with global entertainment technology company Super to support marketing compliance across the operator’s international operations. Under the agreement, Super will use Solas’ AI-powered platform to review marketing materials against the regulatory requirements, internal policie…
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UKGC Says Operators Should Do More to Help Players Make Informed Decisions
The UKGC has cited the results of a new report, which suggests that providing players with information is not always enough to make sure their decisions are informed. The regulator therefore encouraged operators to do more to shield players from harm. Availability of Information Does Not Equal Informed Choice As part …
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Florida gaming regulator targets more illicit gambling houses
The Florida Gaming Control Commission continues to crack down on illegal gambling, as the regulator targets retail locations it describes as illicit gambling houses. Recently, the FGCC in partnership with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, the Florida Highway Patrol, and the Department of Business and Professional …
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Crypto.com asks Supreme Court to settle sports betting split
Crypto.com and Robinhood have petitioned the US Supreme Court to rule whether federal law bars states from regulating sports event contracts Crypto.com filed a petition for a writ of certiorari with the US Supreme Court last week, asking the justices to decide whether the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA) blocks states fro…
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OpenBet to acquire OmniLogic, strengthening sportsbook capabilities for global lotteries
OpenBet has agreed to acquire sportsbook technology provider OmniLogic, expanding its capabilities across regulated lottery markets and reinforcing its position as a leading technology partner to World Lottery Association (WLA) members worldwide. The post OpenBet to acquire OmniLogic, strengthening sportsbook capabili…
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Why Flexibility Matters in Emerging iGaming Markets
Betora Global is one of the new names on the market reimagining how a modern iGaming business should operate. From the outset, the company has focused on two emerging regions – Africa and Latin America – both of which are highly fragmented and cannot be approached with a one-size-fits-all strategy. The gradual regulat…
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KSA extends Lotto BV’s exclusive licences through 2031 as court challenge remains unresolved
The Kansspelautoriteit pressed ahead with a five-year renewal rather than wait for a Council of State ruling that… The post KSA extends Lotto BV’s exclusive licences through 2031 as court challenge remains unresolved appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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New UKGC research calls for greater emphasis on operator responsibility
The regulator found product design, pace of play and emotional state can impact consumers’ ability to make choices The post New UKGC research calls for greater emphasis on operator responsibility appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Finance minister says Brazil doesn’t depend on betting taxes as calls to ban gambling grow
Brazil’s finance minister defended betting regulation and tougher controls, while stopping short of calling for a ban on gambling.
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Dia do Cliente: Escuta orienta melhorias em produtos e processos do Esportes Gaming Brasil
Grupo mostra que informações geradas pelos atendimentos apoiam decisões em áreas como Produto, Tecnologia, Compliance e Jogo Responsável The post Dia do Cliente: Escuta orienta melhorias em produtos e processos do Esportes Gaming Brasil appeared first on BNLData.
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BGC Says Complete Ad Ban Won’t Stop Gambling in the UK
The Betting and Gaming Council has pushed back against calls for a blanket ban on gambling advertising, arguing that such a move would not make betting disappear. The criticism comes after the Local Health and Global Profits consortium urged the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport to extend restrictions b…
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Nevada regulators to review 10 technical gaming standards
Public comments accepted through Oct. 5 Mike Dreitzer is the Chairman and Executive Director of the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
Read summary →Dutch regulator grants Lotto BV five-year exclusivity
Lotto BV, the Dutch state provider of lottery games, scratch cards and sports betting, has been granted an exclusive licence extension by Kansspelautoriteit (KSA). The current licences expire this December, with the extensions granting Lotto BV exclusive rights for five more years. The company is one of the component …
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Fabio Macorin, de la SPA, es elegido para el consejo de la IAGR
Fabio Macorin, secretario adjunto de la Secretaría de Premios y Apuestas del Ministerio de Hacienda (SPA/MF), fue elegido para el Consejo de Administración de la International Association of Gaming Regulators […]
Read summary →BGC Rejects Gambling Advertising Ban
Ban Proposals Draw Rejection The UK’s Betting and Gaming Council rejected proposals for a complete gambling advertising ban following lobbying by… The post BGC Rejects Gambling Advertising Ban appeared first on iGaming Express.
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What can Japan learn from its neighbours and traditional gaming culture?
As Japan prepares for its next round of casino regulations, iGB considers whether its historically negative view of gambling could have a significant impact on market interest.
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OpenBet buys lottery sportsbook specialist OmniLogic
OmniLogic's Hungary-based team will join OpenBet to work on its lottery partnerships The post OpenBet buys lottery sportsbook specialist OmniLogic appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Europe’s black market has grown 18% annually since 2019 says Euromat report
The report produced by Regulus Partners and Helios suggests over half (64%) of Europe's black market is powered by a leading cohort of 25 brands.
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NLGRB and URA Engage Gaming Operators on 15% Withholding Tax Implementation
Denis Ngabirano, CEO of the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB), joined key stakeholders from the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) and licensed gaming operators for a strategic engagement regarding the rollout of Section 131 under the Income Tax (Amendment) Act, 2026. Licensed operators continue to ma…
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