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ID failings to blame for issues during gambling financial risk checks trial, British regulator says
The Gambling Commission says incomplete or inaccurate personal information prevented some accounts from being matched to credit reference agency records. UK.- Amid ongoing controversy over the decision to introduce financial risk assessments for gambling (FRAs) in the UK, the Gambling Commission has published new deta…
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Lotep e Polícia Civil intensificam combate aos jogos ilegais na Paraíba
Em cerca de dois anos, ações integradas resultaram na apreensão de mais de 400 máquinas utilizadas na exploração ilegal de jogos de azar em diferentes regiões do Estado The post Lotep e Polícia Civil intensificam combate aos jogos ilegais na Paraíba appeared first on BNLData.
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Nevada regulator seeks $120,000 daily fines against Kalshi
The Nevada Gaming Control Board says Kalshi failed to fully comply with a court order restricting its prediction contracts. U.S.- The Nevada Gaming Control Board has asked a Carson City court to impose $120,000 in daily fines on Kalshi, alleging that the company continued offering sports, election and entertainment co…
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Better AML, KYC, and AI Training Seen as Key to Philippine Online Gaming Growth
Online gaming operators in the Philippines should direct more workforce training toward anti-money laundering, know-your-customer compliance, artificial intelligence, and specialized digital roles, according to Ellen Joy Almanza, managing consultant at Buenas PH. The online casino is licensed by the Philippine Amuseme…
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Nevada and Kalshi Clash Again Over Geofencing Fine
Kalshi’s fragile truce with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) may be over after the regulator accused the prediction platform of violating its agreement to stop its sports, election, and entertainment prediction contracts in the state. The NGCB now intends to fine Kalshi $120,000 for each day it refuses to comply…
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Florida: Gaming regulator seizes 60 machines at illegal bingo establishment
The Florida Gaming Control Commission, in partnership with the Cape Coral Police Department, announced on Monday the seizure of 60 illegal slot machines from a business operating under the guise of a legal bingo establishment. The enforcement, known as Operation Going Downtown, took place in Cape Coral at a location n…
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Brazil blocks more than 60,000 illegal betting sites as illegal market share declines
Brazilian authorities have blocked more than 60,000 illegal betting websites. The figure was disclosed by Carlos Renato Resende, subsecretary of Monitoring and Inspection at the Ministry of Finance’s Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA), during a hearing of the Chamber of Deputies’ External Commission on Acts of Pi…
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Women with Problem Gambling Habits Have Difficulties Finding Help
Approximately 7 million to 11 million people in the United States meet at least one criterion for gambling disorder, according to the National Problem Gambling Hotline. However, a large part of them are women who struggle to find adequate help, facing stigma, lack of knowledge about treatment, or lack of social suppor…
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Lawmakers Consider Allowing Australians to Opt Out of Gambling Ads
Australia’s Labor government has vowed to introduce a new single-service opt-out register for gambling ads. This announcement comes amid continued calls to rein in the gambling sector and minimize the harm it causes. Australia Considers Opt-Out Register for Gambling Ads As Australia eyes changes to its gambling regula…
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Pennsylvania is Logical Place for State-Level Prediction Market Regulation, But HB 2711 is Oddly Timed
While Kalshi continues to sustain legal defeats, Pennsylvania lawmakers are pushing to regulate prediction markets within state borders. It wouldn’t tax. It wouldn’t license. It wouldn’t ban sports event contracts. And given the history of prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket defying state regulators and cour…
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Câmara analisa requerimento para debater publicidade de bets ilegais nas redes sociais
O deputado Julio Lopes (PP-RJ) apresentou, na última semana, o Requerimento nº 31/2026 à Comissão Externa sobre os Atos de Pirataria e Agenda do “Brasil Legal”. O documento solicita a […] O post Câmara analisa requerimento para debater publicidade de bets ilegais nas redes sociais apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
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Nevada Regulators Push $120K Daily Fine Against Kalshi for Noncompliance
Nevada’s Gaming Control Board told a Carson City court late Friday that Kalshi failed to meet the August 12 deadline to stop offering sports, election, and entertainment bets in the state. Regulators argued the company should now face fines of $120,000 for every day it remains out of compliance. Investigators said the…
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Think Global, Play Local: Localization Drives iGaming Growth
As operators look to new markets for growth, Betable VP of Marketing Daniel Shannon explains why getting a license and going live is only the beginning. International expansion is one of the biggest opportunities for iGaming brands, but there’s a big difference between entering a market and building a business that ac…
Read summary →Legal Bookmakers Turnover: Betclic Leads Online, STS Retains Overall Market Lead
Market Grows by More Than €545 Million The starting point for the analysis is the licensed market’s 2024 turnover of… The post Legal Bookmakers Turnover: Betclic Leads Online, STS Retains Overall Market Lead appeared first on iGaming Express.
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British Gambling Commission reveals new insights into illegal lotteries on social media
The regulator has published new research into how consumers engage with illegal lotteries and raffles led by individuals on TikTok, Facebook and Instagram. UK.- The British Gambling Commission has reported on its findings from research into UK consumer engagement with illegal lotteries and raffles on social media. The…
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Q&A: Tradabets’ head of legal on African payment risks
Tradabets’ legal chief explains why mobile money, AML risks and differing national rules make African compliance complex. Ahead of the SBC Summit, Payment Expert spoke to Maleek Oyiza, Head of Legal and Compliance at Tradabets, about the regulatory and anti-money laundering landscape across African gaming markets. Mob…
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Novo projeto propõe plebiscito nacional sobre apostas online
Um novo projeto de decreto legislativo sugere a convocação de um plebiscito nacional sobre apostas para que os eleitores brasileiros definam o futuro do setor de apostas esportivas e jogos […] O post Novo projeto propõe plebiscito nacional sobre apostas online apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
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Nevada Seeks Daily Fines as Kalshi Blames Investigators for Geofencing Workaround
Kalshi says Nevada investigators misrepresented their residence and “actively worked to circumvent” restrictions that blocked them from trading after the Aug. 12 deadline. Prediction market platform Kalshi has accused Nevada gaming regulators of breaking federal law, as the two sides trade blows over whether the compa…
Read summary →iGaming Influencer Marketing: How Operators Govern Creators, Compliance and Measurement
Define the Creator’s Role Before Buying Reach An influencer campaign should start with a commercial job, not a follower count. One creator… The post iGaming Influencer Marketing: How Operators Govern Creators, Compliance and Measurement appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Brazil’s illegal betting share declines to 38%-44% in H1 2026, study shows
Down from 41%-51% in 2025
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Macau August GGR forecast trimmed to 4% growth: Citigroup
Citigroup trimmed its Macau August GGR forecast to $2.86 billion, still up 4 percent YoY, after the second-week run rate eased. The post Macau August GGR forecast trimmed to 4% growth: Citigroup first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Washington Court Splits Kalshi’s Sports Business From Its Financial Markets
Kalshi can keep offering Washington residents contracts tied to inflation, interest rates, markets and other economic outcomes. Its sports business is another matter. A King County judge has ordered the prediction-market operator to stop offering a broad swath of event contracts in Washington, creating an unusually ex…
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JPMorgan Ended Polymarket Banking Services in 2025 Due to Regulatory Concerns
The US-based megabank JPMorgan Chase reportedly worried that prediction market regulations would lead it to debank Polymarket in October. Unnamed sources “familiar with the matter” told the Wall Street Journal late last week that the concerns led the bank to end its “banking relationship” with Polymarket. Reuters also…
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7K reforça confiança no mercado brasileiro com licença, segurança digital e compromisso com Jogo Responsável
Operadora destaca adequação ao ambiente regulatório brasileiro, investimentos em proteção ao usuário e evolução contínua da experiência digital.
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How operators can turn regulatory complexity into growth opportunities
As sportsbooks expand across more markets, navigating an increasingly fragmented regulatory landscape is becoming a key driver of long-term success. Paul Finnigen, director of operational compliance at Kambi, tells iGB how the right technology can turn compliance from an operational challenge into a competitive advant…
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NWGB and SAPS Conduct Crackdown on Illegal Gambling in Matlosana
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB), in collaboration with the South African Police Service (SAPS), recently conducted enforcement inspections across the City of Matlosana to combat illegal gambling. In a decisive effort to uphold provincial laws and protect local residents, the NWGB and SAPS have intensified their j…
Read summary →Connecticut Judge Says CFTC Cannot Override Court, Denies Kalshi Injunction
The CFTC “lacks the authority to dictate an order that conflicts with this Court’s decision,” according to the denial. A Connecticut judge has denied Kalshi’s emergency motion for an injunction pending appeal, rejecting the company’s attempt to use the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) “market emergency” o…
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GCGRA signs MoU with Abu Dhabi financial regulator to strengthen cooperation
The federal gaming regulator of the UAE was established in 2023 and has since granted licences to both iGaming and land-based operators.
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UK Gambling Commission warns consumers struggle to spot illegal social media lotteries
Removes 252 illegal lotteries
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SBC Summit adds Global Payment Compliance track to 2026 agenda
On September 30
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Rank Group warns UK gambling tax hikes could force bingo halls, casinos to close
Annual gaming revenue rises 5% to $1.13B Richard Harris, Rank Group's CEO
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The regulatory landscape for crypto payments globally
Global crypto use is rising, but businesses face fragmented regulation and inconsistent compliance. Crypto payments are undoubtedly more common than they were a couple of years ago, and regulators defining rules for the space have played a big part in this trend. Regulation has altered how crypto payments are perceive…
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Coljuegos introduces temporary relief measures for land-based operators affected by earthquake
Online operators must, in general, adhere to existing payment schedules, though the regulator noted there would be case-by-case exceptions.
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SolutionsHub appoints senior iGaming executive Gary Harrison as Chief Commercial Officer
Harrison brings more than two decades of senior commercial, technology and business development experience SolutionsHub, a provider of iGaming licensing and regulatory services, has appointed experienced executive Gary Harrison as Chief Commercial Officer. Harrison brings more than two decades of senior commercial, te…
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Apostas esportivas deverão financiar tratamento de viciados em jogos no SUS
Projeto de Lei 4.761/2026 propõe taxa de 2% sobre a arrecadação das operadoras para saúde mental no Sistema Único de Saúde The post Apostas esportivas deverão financiar tratamento de viciados em jogos no SUS appeared first on BNLData.
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Why PayPal has courted Stripe’s interest again after rejecting $53bn offer
Stripe and Advent’s initial $53bn offer to buy PayPal was rejected last month, but the payments company has re-entered negotiations with both companies. PayPal has reopened talks with Stripe and Advent International over a potential buyout after rejecting a $53bn initial offer from the consortium in July. According to…
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ISJ and MAGLA Explore MoU to Strengthen Gaming Regulation in Angola and Malawi
On Wednesday, August 13, the Institute of Gambling Oversight (ISJ) of Angola hosted a high-level delegation from the Malawi Games and Lottery Authority (MAGLA) to discuss the future of the gaming and lottery sectors in both nations. The meeting, led by ISJ Director-General Nerethz Tati and MAGLA Director-General Mucha…
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Bulgaria introduces licensing system for gambling affiliates
From August 1, 2026, Bulgaria introduced a new licensing system specifically for gambling affiliates, targeting portals, digital intermediaries, and companies that send traffic to gambling platforms for commissions. Affiliates were given until August 15, 2026, to submit applications for their licenses, with the Nation…
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South Africa’s New Gambling Task Force Starts Crackdown in Limpopo
South Africa’s new gambling enforcement team has begun its first field operations, arresting 13 people and uncovering five suspected illegal gambling businesses operating behind the appearance of internet cafés. The raids took place in Modimolle on August 4 and Lephalale two days later. The operations were carried out…
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UKGC Warns Over Social Media Lotteries
Consumers Focus On Authenticity The UK Gambling Commission said its research shows that consumers who take part in illegal lotteries… The post UKGC Warns Over Social Media Lotteries appeared first on iGaming Express.
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NLGRB Holds Regulatory Compliance Stakeholder Engagement at Mestil
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) recently convened a Regulatory Compliance Stakeholder Engagement at Mestil. The session, described as ‘more of a practical working meeting,’ brought together licensed gaming operators and industry stakeholders for a conversation that moves beyond standard regu…
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Soldier Accused of Turning Maduro Intelligence Into $409,000 Prediction-Market Windfall
A U.S. special operations soldier accused of converting classified knowledge about the operation to capture Nicolás Maduro into a six-figure prediction-market profit walked into a North Carolina federal courtroom Friday in shackles. Master Sgt. Gannon Ken Van Dyke is expected to be released on a $250,000 appearance bo…
Read summary →Brazil Suspends Pixbet, Seeks €184m Seizure
Regulatory And Criminal Scrutiny Intensifies For Brazil’s Betting Market Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has ordered Pixbet to suspend operations, cancel… The post Brazil Suspends Pixbet, Seeks €184m Seizure appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Ireland introduces tighter AML rules for gambling operators
Ireland’s Ministry of Finance is set to launch a new anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing strategy on August 20, 2026, in an attempt to put tighter controls on payment flows in the gambling industry. Under the new framework, gambling operators will be ordered to work in a closed-loop model, returning …
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Fake Kangwon Land Sites Drew 40,000 Koreans Into ₩78 Billion Gambling Ring
Police in South Korea have arrested 58 people accused of running illegal gambling websites disguised as official Kangwon Land platforms, exposing a scheme that allegedly moved about 78 billion won through borrowed bank accounts. The Gyeongbuk Provincial Police Agency said five of those arrested were placed in custody.…
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Maybank: RWS clawed back significant Singapore market share in Q2 but real progress dependent on RWS 2.0 performance
Genting Singapore’s Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) drove significant improvement in its Singapore market share in the June 2026 quarter following […]
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JPMorgan Chase Stopped Providing Banking Services for Polymarket in October
JPMorgan Chase ceased providing banking services for Polymarket, a federally licensed event exchange, in October 2025, a new media report has highlighted, with sources citing the bank’s reluctance to continue working with the company over growing regulatory uncertainty. JPMorgan Chase Remains in Close Contact with Pol…
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Dutch Radio Station Calls Out Illegal Gambling Ads on Facebook, Instagram
BNR, a Dutch radio station, has found evidence that illegal gambling ads on Facebook and Instagram are continuously targeting vulnerable consumers in the country. Dutch Radio Station Flags Illegal Gambling Ads Targeting Vulnerable Players The users, who may be registered with the national self-exclusion registry, Cruk…
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Colombia Earthquake Prompts Coljuegos to Prepare Temporary Measures for Operators
Coljuegos, the Colombian game regulator, is initiating an emergency institutional monitoring process due to the earthquakes in the south-western region of Colombia on 10th August. The project aims to evaluate the operational effect on gambling activities in the regions where there is damage to infrastructure or essent…
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One in Four UKGC Complaints Regard Identity Verification Failures
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has warned online gambling operators that some licensees do not meet existing identity verification requirements, leading to potentially serious issues for customers when trying to cash out their funds. A Quarter of All Complaints The regulator explained that more than 25% of complain…
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Meta Faces Pressure Over Illegal Gambling Ads in Australia
Meta is facing renewed scrutiny over illegal gambling advertising in Australia after reports showed Facebook and Instagram carrying promotions for unlicensed online casinos. The case also pointed out a deficiency in Australia’s existing legislation that prevents the Australian Communications and Media Authority from f…
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UAE Gaming Regulator Forms Oversight Partnership With ADGM
UAE’s General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Abu Dhabi Global Market. The purpose of this MoU is to foster cooperation and information exchange between the commercial gaming regulator of the country at the federal leve…
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CICC Identifies 12 Facebook Accounts Linked to Illegal Gambling Promotions
The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center has flagged 12 Facebook pages and accounts for allegedly promoting unregulated online gambling websites. Several of the accounts named in the agency’s advisory have millions of followers, giving the reported promotions a wide social media reach. The accounts were in…
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SBC Summit expands 2026 conference line-up with global payment compliance focus
As payment compliance becomes an increasingly critical priority for gaming operators worldwide, SBC Summit will launch a dedicated Global Payment Compliance track at its 2026 event, providing practical insights into AML, fraud prevention, regulatory oversight and emerging compliance technologies. The post SBC Summit e…
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Spoof casinos and scambling sites: Meta faces scrutiny over Australian gambling ads
Meta is again in the crosshairs over illegal gambling advertising, this time in Australia, where the country's media regulator says a gap in the law leaves it unable to penalize the social media giant for serving unlicensed casino ads to local users. The post Spoof casinos and scambling sites: Meta faces scrutiny over…
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Lula defende fim das bets online caso não apresentem razão social no país
Presidente questiona a permanência das plataformas de apostas no Brasil e prevê embate com "bancada das bets" no Legislativo The post Lula defende fim das bets online caso não apresentem razão social no país appeared first on BNLData.
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Consultor jurídico da ANJL vê “conivência com o crime” em eventual proibição de empresas legalizadas de apostas
Em seminário da Editora Globo, Bernardo Freire alerta que banir empresas reguladas empurraria apostadores para o mercado ilegal, que hoje já representa 40% do setor. O advogado defende que medida ampliaria lavagem de dinheiro, endividamento e ludopatia The post Consultor jurídico da ANJL vê “conivência com o crime” em…
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Baltimore Sues Kalshi, Polymarket, Claims They Broke Consumer Protection Laws
Prediction market companies like Kalshi and Polymarket have long been in legal disputes with various states and cities. Recently, this number has grown, as Baltimore, Maryland, has filed a lawsuit against both entities, accusing them of breaching consumer protection laws and offering illegal sports betting. Baltimore …
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Brazil Already Blocks Social Benefit Recipients From Using Bets
Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro’s government program presented to the Electoral Court has a proposal to ban the use of federal social program funds on betting sites. The limitation mentioned in the document, however, already exists in Brazil for the authorized betting operators. The program says: “Re…
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Caesars proxy filing details months-long bidding war between Icahn, Fertitta
Nine months ago, two billionaires set their sights on Caesars Entertainment, but only one emerged victorious after a back-and-forth fight.
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