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Asia Gaming eBrief: PAGCOR regulator-operator split may progress before year-end
A split decision draws closer. PAGCOR’s long-planned separation of its regulatory and casino-operating roles could reach the Philippine president’s desk in August, with Alejandro Tengco banking on an executive order by year-end and privatization before 2028. He also sees electronic gaming driving a second-half recover…
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Goa bars under-21s from casino gaming areas, adds 18% penalty on late fees
Goa has amended its casino rules to bar anyone under the age of 21 from entering designated gaming areas, while introducing an 18 percent annual penal interest charge on operators who delay payment of their recurring license fees. The post Goa bars under-21s from casino gaming areas, adds 18% penalty on late fees firs…
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France Moves to Block Polymarket as Gambling Site Amid Wider International Restrictions
France’s gambling regulator has ordered internet service providers to block Polymarket, treating the prediction market as an illegal gambling site rather than a financial trading venue. The move by the Autorité Nationale des Jeux, or ANJ, was announced on July 16 and follows earlier steps that the regulator said had f…
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Digital Pinoys Raised Alarm Over Celebrity-Backed Gambling Giveaway
Digital Pinoys had expressed concern over the use of celebrity-driven social media giveaways to promote online gambling platforms, after influencer Ivana Alawi posted content involving an iPhone raffle tied to an online gambling page. The digital advocacy network said the approach shows predatory marketing characteris…
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France’s National Gaming Authority blocks Polymarket, having ruled that it offers illegal gambling
The ANJ’s attention has been drawn to the services offered by the company, which are to be regarded as an unauthorised gambling offer The President of France’s National Gaming Authority (ANJ) has ordered French Internet service providers to block access to Polymarket’s prediction site, which it says ‘promotes an illeg…
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Gambling AML Software: How Online Operators Should Evaluate the Stack
Start with the operator’s AML operating brief Gambling AML software should be selected against the risks the operator has actually… The post Gambling AML Software: How Online Operators Should Evaluate the Stack appeared first on iGaming Express.
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iGaming Payments: A B2B Framework for Building an Operator Payment Stack
Start with the operating problem, not a payment-method list For an operator, a payment stack has to support far more than deposits.… The post iGaming Payments: A B2B Framework for Building an Operator Payment Stack appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Sri Lanka gambling regulations delayed after June deadline
Sri Lanka has delayed its first unified gambling regulations after missing a June 30th deadline, with no revised date provided. The post Sri Lanka gambling regulations delayed after June deadline first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Play’n GO strengthens Canadian footprint with Alberta iGaming market entry
Swedish gaming giant confirms its entry into its third regulated Canadian Province Play’n GO has announced its successful entry into the newly regulated Alberta iGaming market, with a wide range of its premium content going live with more than ten licensed operators on market launch day this week. The milestone furthe…
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Aristocrat Interactive completes Canadian lottery footprint with Loto-Québec content launch
Agreement with Québec’s exclusive operator marks final step in nationwide rollout Aristocrat Interactive has announced an agreement with Loto-Québec, marking a major milestone in the company’s North American expansion and locking in the company’s presence in every regulated lottery market in Canada. As the exclusive l…
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PAGCOR decoupling plan could reach Palace in August: Tengco
PAGCOR’s decoupling plan could reach the Philippine president in August, as the regulator also expects gaming activity to recover in 2H26. The post PAGCOR decoupling plan could reach Palace in August: Tengco first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Brazil Online Betting License: An Operator Readiness Checklist for 2026
Start with the legal boundary: fixed-odds betting Brazil’s federal regime should be read as a framework for fixed-odds betting, rather than… The post Brazil Online Betting License: An Operator Readiness Checklist for 2026 appeared first on iGaming Express.
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India seen as a “critically important market” for Wynn Al Marjan Island
Max Tappeiner, the President of Wynn Resorts’ US$5.1 billion Wynn Al Marjan Island integrated resort development in the UAE, has […]
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New Zealand opens Expressions of Interest period for online gaming licenses
New Zealand’s Department of Internal Affairs has launched the Expression of Interest (EOI) stage of its application process for one […]
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New Zealand Starts License Bidding Process as Online Casino Rollout Advances
New Zealand has formally opened the first stage of its online casino licensing process, inviting companies to submit expressions of interest for 15 available iGaming licenses. The move begins a 3-part rollout that will run through an auction in September and a final application deadline in October. First Phase Opens T…
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Goa Sets 21-Year Minimum for Entry Into Casino Gambling Areas
Goa has banned anyone below the age of 21 from entering the gambling areas of its onshore and offshore casinos, after the state government approved changes linked to casino regulation on Thursday. The move applies to designated gambling zones inside licensed casino premises and comes alongside wider rules for casino o…
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ALEA Introduces New Code of Best Practices for Responsible Gambling Advertising in Argentina
The Argentine Association of State Lotteries, Pools and Casinos (ALEA) has created a New Code of Best Practices for Responsible Commercial Communication for online and land-based gambling. ALEA President and Mendoza Gaming Institute Director Ida López presented the initiative at an industry event with representatives …
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Poker Players Speak Out Against 'Phantom' Gambling Tax in IRS Hearing
The controversial tax change has been called a "death sentence" for poker players.
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Regulamentação de apostas online: por que Lula ‘paga o preço político’ entre eleitores; mas tema não decide voto
A pesquisa More in Common/Ipsos-Ipec sobre o aumento das bets e seu impacto na opinião política dos brasileiros, publicada pela Folha de S.Paulo deste sábado, revela que 70% dos entrevistados não definem a escolha eleitoral dos políticos que têm discurso contra as plataformas de apostas The post Regulamentação de apos…
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Brazilian Court Upholds Pixbet Suspension Over Age Verification Requirements
A Brazilian court has refused to lift the nationwide ban on Pixbet activities, dismissing the company’s appeal to lift the impact of an earlier injunction. Judge Adílson Fabrício of the Court of Justice of Paraíba issued this decision, upholding the emergency order issued by the Juvenile Court of Campina Grande. There…
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Sri Lanka’s Gambling Rules Remain on Hold as Enforcement Questions Persist
Sri Lanka’s gambling regulations, which had been due for publication by 30 June, are now expected to be finalised only by October, with a draft still under review by a special committee. The delay leaves the country’s new gambling framework short of the rules needed for it to become fully operational. Draft Still Unde…
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Police Bust Illegal Gambling Operation in Fayetteville, North Carolina
A joint investigation by the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office Organized Crime Unit and the DEA led to the arrest of a man from Fayetteville, North Carolina, who is charged with running an illegal gambling den. Fayetteville Man Accused of Running an Illegal Casino According to the sheriff’s office, investigators with…
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ABRAJOGO apoia avanços nas regras de publicidade de bets e defende responsabilidade compartilhada no setor
Associação destaca proteção ao consumidor, critérios claros para a publicidade e monitoramento no combate ao mercado ilegal The post ABRAJOGO apoia avanços nas regras de publicidade de bets e defende responsabilidade compartilhada no setor appeared first on BNLData.
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Greek gambling revenue on the rise as regulatory overhaul advances
Land-based gambling remains dominant, but remote gambling revenue continues to grow faster. Greece.- The Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP) has reported a moderate rise in Greek gambling revenue for 2025. According to the commission’s annual report, gross gaming revenue (GGR) reached €3.07bn, a 6.7 per cent increase co…
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Pennsylvania: Fiscal year revenue surpasses $7 billion for first time
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board on Friday reported that revenue generated from various games the agency regulates reached $7 billion, a record level during fiscal Year 2025/2026. It’s the first time Pennsylvania has surpassed the $7 billion mark. The total reflects gross revenue produced from the casino slot mac…
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Kalshi lança apostas em testes de medicamentos e decisões regulatórias
Plataforma americana expande atuação para biotecnologia com contratos sobre aprovação de remédios de Sanofi e Gilead Sciences nos EUA The post Kalshi lança apostas em testes de medicamentos e decisões regulatórias appeared first on BNLData.
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UK gambling sponsorship ban rejected, but Andy Burnham faces pressure to intervene
Amendments to the Sports Events Bill have been rejected, but the UK’s new prime minister will receive increasing pressure from local authorities. UK.- Another proposal to ban gambling sponsorship and adverts in British sport failed to advance this week with the rejection of proposed amendments to the Sports Events Bil…
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A Supreme Court Ruling on Prediction Markets Would Come in 2027
According to West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey, who spoke at the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States’ summer meeting, the Supreme Court will weigh in on the controversial field of sports event prediction markets sometime in 2027. Other attorneys general and state officials also seem to agree wi…
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New Congress Bill Would Introduce Facial Recognition to Prevent Underage Gambling
Washington lawmakers are considering a new proposal aiming to resolve the long-running issue of children gaining access to gambling apps. Congressman Josh Gottheimer, joined by a bipartisan group of lawmakers and Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour, introduced the “Facial Recognition to Protect Children Act” on July 15. The prop…
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Jackson County Player Takes Home $100K Lottery Prize
A lucky woman in Missouri has won $100,000 from the lottery. The prize came from one of the lottery scratch-off tickets and made its winner very happy. Missouri Lottery Player Won the First $100,000K Prize in the Game According to the Missouri Lottery’s official announcement, a woman from Jackson County has just redee…
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Entain to cut 500 roles globally but stresses it’s not a reaction to UK tax hike
The operator said the cuts would largely impact operational functions like its people and finance departments, as well as those in product and tech.
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A nova moeda de confiança das bets: por que o compliance ganhou protagonismo
As novas regras estabelecem exigências relacionadas à prevenção à lavagem de dinheiro, identificação de usuários, proteção de dados, monitoramento financeiro, segurança cibernética e promoção do jogo responsável The post A nova moeda de confiança das bets: por que o compliance ganhou protagonismo appeared first on BNL…
Read summary →Os slots com melhores taxas de retorno que estão movimentando o mercado brasileiro
No cassino online brasileiro de 2026, o jogo que mais movimenta dinheiro deixou de ser o que pisca mais luzes na tela. Passou a ser o que devolve mais ao […] O post Os slots com melhores taxas de retorno que estão movimentando o mercado brasileiro apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
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How 1xBet balances local compliance with global growth in today’s iGaming landscape
1xBet holds 35 licenses across Europe, Latin America, and Africa. The brand continues to expand its international presence and is exploring opportunities to obtain additional permits in new, fast-growing regions. The post How 1xBet balances local compliance with global growth in today’s iGaming landscape first appeare…
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Why established global brands choose regulated growth
Regulated markets demand that global iGaming brands pay closer attention to internal processes, but also provide clear rules for operating. This is not just a legal requirement but also part of risk management and the foundation of trust. The post Why established global brands choose regulated growth first appeared on…
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Minnesota: Federal judge rejects Stake.us arbitration bid in proposed class action
Accused of illegal gambling
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New Zealand Kicks Off iGaming Licensing Process as the Market’s Launch Looms
As the launch of the New Zealand online casino market approaches, the country has officially initiated the first steps of its licensing process. Officials hope that the launch of regulated iGaming will allow the country to capitalize on the demand for such products and undermine the more dangerous offshore market. The…
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UK Regulator Searching for Answers After Annual Gambling Survey Reveals Uptick in Older Men Gambling
Rising gambling participation among men aged 55 and over and falling help-seeking among older women point to a more complicated picture, despite the annual U.K. gambling survey showing an overall decline in problem gambling. The U.K. Gambling Commission’s third annual survey found that problem gambling declined in 202…
Read summary →Lib Dem peer takes aim at gambling sponsorship but gov’t holds out
Lord Foster of Bath, a vocal proponent of gambling law reform in the UK, has called for legislative change to address gambling marketing in sports and unlicensed sports data collection. The Liberal Democrat peer is a long-time critic of gambling advertising, while other members of his party have also attempted to amen…
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El evento deportivo más caro de la historia estadounidense: la final del Mundial y la laguna legal para los shows de medio tiempo
El espectáculo del medio tiempo de la final de la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026, que se celebrará el 19 de julio, podría estar infringiendo las reglas de la […]
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"Alberta demonstrates that government can strike the right balance between taxation, regulation, and consumer protection"
Canadian Gaming Association's Paul Burns
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NWGB Partners with Liquor Regulator and Community Policing Forum to Host Responsible Gambling Roadshow
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB), in partnership with the Liquor Regulator and the Community Policing Forum, recently hosted a productive roadshow in Leeudoringstad Township, situated within the Maquassi Hills Local Municipality. A primary goal of the roadshow was to provide residents with essential knowledge rega…
Read summary →EU Court Says YouTube Can’t Rely on Liability Shield for Partnered Gambling Channels
The ruling stems from Italy’s gambling advertising ban and could have wider implications for YouTube gambling channels, affiliates and influencer partnerships across Europe. Europe’s highest court ruled that Google may not be able to rely on EU liability protections for gambling videos uploaded by YouTube creators par…
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Uruguay: la Dirección Nacional de Loterías y Quinielas incorpora IA para combatir las apuestas ilegales
La Dirección Nacional de Loterías y Quinielas (DNLQ) de Uruguay incorporará herramientas de inteligencia artificial para reforzar la lucha contra las apuestas online ilegales. La iniciativa llega en un contexto […]
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Google loses EU court challenge over Italian gambling ads fine
€750,000 fine
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1xBet market share, growth and licensing footprint by country (2026)
1xBet ranks #6 globally by projected revenue (~$3.31B) and operates in 117 countries — the second-widest footprint of any top-10 operator. This overview breaks down 1xBet’s biggest revenue markets, fastest-growing GEOs, licensing footprint, and how its game catalog differs across five markets. Blask Index is Blask’s r…
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ANJ Slaps $572K Fine Against Unnamed Operator
The French gambling authority has issued a $572,799 penalty against an unnamed operator that the company argues has breached existing gambling laws in the country. The case against the online betting operator, although not mentioned explicitly by name, has been detailed by the regulator, which went to great length to …
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Focus on Everi: Vi is a one-of-a-kind Class II mobile gaming solution
Defining the boundaries of regulated gaming to extend beyond the physical casino floor in Class II mobile innovation has never been more brilliantly executed than with Everi Vi, the gaming industry’s first turnkey, real-money Class II mobile gaming solution. Everi celebrated the introduction of Vi earlier this year to…
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Focus on Everi: Everi makes drawings, point redemptions faster and easier
Everi’s two new player-loyalty modules promise to streamline giveaway drawings and point redemptions, enhancing the experiences for operators and players alike. The Trilogy QuikDraw program replaces traditional ticket-based drawings with a digital system, so large drawings that once took 30 minutes or more to update t…
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Leeds points to Burnley PSR win in Leicester legal challenge
Leeds United’s legal proceedings against Leicester City dates back to the 2023/24 season in which Leicester broke financial rules despite earning promotion and Leeds remaining in the second-tier Leeds United has launched a legal battle against Leicester City, claiming the club’s breaking of financial rules contributed…
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Evolution CEO: Some regulated channelisation rates as low as 50%
Evolution CEO Martin Carlesund has warned that channelisation rates in certain regulated gambling markets have fallen to around 50%. The post Evolution CEO: Some regulated channelisation rates as low as 50% appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Evolution UK operations won’t change following Gambling Commission settlement
Evolution CEO Martin Carlesund says the supplier won’t change its strategy in the UK, after reaching a regulatory settlement with the UK Gambling Commission earlier this week.
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Angola opens 30-day gambling licence window under new gaming law
Provisional approval
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FIRST.bet and ADI Predictstreet join forces to scale regulated prediction markets across LatAm
In time for the WC final
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1xCare appoints Advisory Committee to oversee global responsible gambling programme
Headed by Simon Westbury Simon Westbury
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Evolution’s Long And Winding Road In Q2
Fresh from paying a £4.75 million fine for allowing its games to be played on illegal websites, B2B iGaming heavy-hitters Evolution have... Read More...
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Indonesia Blocked 3.7M Gambling Websites Since 2024, More to Come
Indonesia’s Ministry of Communications and Digital has revealed further data on how far its blocking measures have gone against the illegal gambling market. Indonesia Has Spent 2 Years Blocking Sites – The Tally is 3.7 Million Since October 2024, the ministry has been able to block 3.7 million online gambling websites…
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EU Court Rules Google Could Face Liability Over YouTube Gambling Ads
The European Union’s top court has ruled that Google may not be shielded from liability when YouTube content gets too close to illegal gambling promotion. The decision came after Italy’s communications regulator, AGCOM, fined Google €750,000 (about $860,000) under the country’s 2018 ban on gambling advertising. The ca…
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Malta Warns of Fake Gambling Sites Posing as Licensed Operators
Regulator flags growing wave of impersonation The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has warned that a growing number of illegal gambling websites are presenting themselves as legitimate, licensed businesses in an apparent effort to win players’ trust. In a fresh advisory issued on Friday, the regulator said it has identifi…
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Projetos em pauta no poder legislativo seguem evidenciando benefícios das bets à sociedade, avaliam executivos
Projeto em tramitação que destina parte da arrecadação com bets para fundo da PF aguarda sanção presidencial Este artigo Projetos em pauta no poder legislativo seguem evidenciando benefícios das bets à sociedade, avaliam executivos, é foi referenciado anteriormente no blog Media Bet Brasil - Media Bet Brasil, Seu guia…
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