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PM Albanese vows to introduce Australia’s strongest gambling regulations yet
Gambling Reform Bill 2026
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Delaware casino revenue falls 3.7% to $33.4 million in July
Delaware’s three casinos generated $33.4 million in revenue for July, down 3.7% year-over-year. The Delaware Lottery figures show that video lottery terminals accounted for most of the combined total, posting $30.3 million, down 1.7%, while table games produced $3.1 million, down 19.7%. Delaware Park remained the bigg…
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New detection tool sparks surge in the blacklisting of unlicensed gambling sites in Romania
The Romanian gambling regulator has added 800 more domains to its igaming blacklist. Romania.- The Romanian gambling regulator ONJN has announced the addition of around 800 unlicensed gambling websites to its national blacklist. The Supervisory Committee’s latest round of blocking orders represents an escalation of en…
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SBC Summit incorpora un nuevo track sobre cumplimiento de pagos a su agenda 2026
El Global Payment Compliance track reunirá a operadores, especialistas en compliance, expertos en pagos y proveedores tecnológicos para analizar AML, protección de datos y los nuevos desafíos regulatorios. SBC Summit ampliará su agenda 2026 con el Global Payment Compliance track, una jornada dedicada a analizar las te…
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Fliff Applies for Prediction Market License as Sweepstakes Operators Pivot Models
Fliff is preparing to launch into prediction markets. The company’s move into the emerging industry is one of several pivots from a sweepstakes model to event contracts. Fliff submitted an application to become a Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) on Wednesday. If approved, this would allow the company to partner with …
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Prediction Markets Flag Dozens of Suspected Insider Traders as CFTC Enforcement Lags
Kalshi has flagged over 50 traders in 2026, while Polymarket has flagged over 90. Still, the CFTC has brought action against only three people so far. Prediction market platforms have begun flagging potential insider traders at a rapid pace. The surge is testing the resources and legal tools of a federal regulator alr…
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iGaming No Longer the Sure Bet It Once was Considered — In New York or Elsewhere
Key New York state lawmaker does not see iGaming legalized there anytime soon. SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – Anyone harboring hopes that New York would entertain legalizing iGaming anytime soon had their optimism dashed by state Assemblymember Carrie Woerner on Tuesday. When asked about the future of online casino wagering d…
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South Africa’s Illegal Gambling Task Team Begins Enforcement Drive in Limpopo
Thirteen people have been arrested and R10,853.10 seized in the first operations conducted by South Africa’s Illegal Gambling Task Team (IGTT) in Limpopo. The operations were carried out in Modimolle on 4 August 2026 and Lephalale on 6 August 2026 by the IGTT, which brings together the National Gambling Board (NGB), t…
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Billionaire Kenneth Dart tables lowball Evolution take-private bid
Swedish law requires investors to make mandatory offer for a business if investment stake exceeds 30% threshold The post Billionaire Kenneth Dart tables lowball Evolution take-private bid appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →SBC Summit incorpora la sesión sobre Cumplimiento en Pagos Globales a su agenda 2026
SBC Summit analizará las tecnologías, estrategias y novedades regulatorias que sustentan el cumplimiento normativo en los pagos modernos con la Sesión sobre Cumplimiento Normativo en Pagos Globales, que tendrá lugar […]
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Illegal US online gambling revenue reaches $97.4bn, report says
The study, commissioned by the Campaign for Fairer Gambling, found that illegal revenue grew faster than the regulated market. US.- Illegal online gambling operators in the US increased revenue by 45.2 per cent in 2025, reaching $97.4bn, according to a report by Gaming Compliance International (GCI) commissioned by th…
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Bacta Warns Licence Revocation Could Trigger Legal Challenge
Bacta has drawn a firm legal line over the government’s planned gambling reforms: restricting new venues is one thing, taking away licences from established businesses is another. The trade body has warned that it could seek a judicial review if ministers give councils broader powers to revoke existing Adult Gaming Ce…
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CFTC Orders Kalshi to Stay Open Amid NY Lawsuit
Federal Intervention in the State-Level Dispute Over Prediction Markets The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has ordered Kalshi to keep… The post CFTC Orders Kalshi to Stay Open Amid NY Lawsuit appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Sri Lanka tightens illegal gambling controls as former POGO networks shift
Sri Lanka blocks 122 gaming platforms
Read summary →SBC Summit adds global payment compliance track to 2026 agenda
SBC Summit will examine the technologies, strategies and regulatory developments underpinning modern payment compliance with the “Global Payment Compliance’ track, taking place on Wednesday, 30 September. The track brings together operators, compliance specialists, payment leaders, legal experts and technology provide…
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Macau gaming tax revenue rises 9.3% to $7.22B through July
Macau's seven-month gaming tax revenue climbed 9.3 percent to $7.22 billion, while July alone generated $885 million for the government. The post Macau gaming tax revenue rises 9.3% to $7.22B through July first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Donald Trump Sued Over Truth Social Offering Traders Insider Information From White House
President Donald Trump is facing a lawsuit over the launch of Truth API, which provides traders with advance notice of Truth Social posts, including those containing key policy updates from Trump. The Intercept Media & Freedom of the Press Foundation (FPF), two non-profits, filed the lawsuit in New York. Along with Tr…
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La ludopatía abre un nuevo frente regulatorio para el juego en México
La regulación del juego en México vuelve a estar sobre la mesa. Esta vez, el detonante es una iniciativa presentada por el... Leer más... La entrada La ludopatía abre un nuevo frente regulatorio para el juego en México se publicó primero en iGaming Futuro.
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Bacta Prepared to Defend the UK AGC and Arcade Sector
Bacta, the organization representing the UK’s amusements and low-stakes gambling industry, is on high alert after several high-profile government figures recently discussed a new licensing regime that would allow local governments to revoke the licenses of certain undesirable businesses. Bacta warned that it would def…
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Gambling Commission warns poor ID checks undermined FRA pilot scheme
The update on the pilot scheme comes after the Commission confirmed its data would not be published until September.
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Rank Group CEO: Anti-gambling campaigner ‘casts clouds’ over UK casino sector
Strong digital growth helped Rank Group deliver higher underlying profits during its FY'26 period, despite mounting tax and regulatory pressures in the UK.
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CFTC Orders Kalshi to Keep Markets Running in New York
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has stepped in, using its emergency powers to keep prediction market operator Kalshi active in New York despite a state lawsuit. The agency said New York’s push for a temporary restraining order amounted to a “market emergency” and directed Kalshi to continue operating under it…
Read summary →Meta Bans Ads Targeting Dutch Self Excluded Gamblers
Targeted Advertising Challenges Dutch Gambling Protections Illegal online casinos used Facebook and Instagram advertisements to reach Dutch gamblers registered with… The post Meta Bans Ads Targeting Dutch Self Excluded Gamblers appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Unlicensed Operators Take 77% of US Online Gambling Market
Unlicensed Gambling Expands Across the US Online Market Unlicensed online gambling generated an estimated $97.4 billion in US gross gaming… The post Unlicensed Operators Take 77% of US Online Gambling Market appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Letter From America 60
Fresh insight on the United States’ booming, near US$100 billion, illicit iGaming market leads our latest Letter From America. For decades, the... Read More...
Read summary →Curaçao cancels Aviator LLC’s trademarks in Spribe dispute
Curaçao’s Court of First Instance has invalidated two of Aviator LLC’s local trademark registrations, handing a win to Spribe in the legal battle that has been going on in multiple jurisdictions. A court ruling made on May 25, 2026, indicates that Aviator LLC’s local trademarks were cancelled, making Spribe the only c…
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Illegal Casinos Used Meta Ads to Reach Dutch Gamblers Banned From Legal Betting
Illegal online casinos were not simply advertising to Dutch gamblers on Meta. They were finding people who had already taken steps to stop gambling and directing ads at them. An investigation by BNR found hundreds of advertisements on Facebook and Instagram during late 2025 and the first half of 2026 that promoted ill…
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Confidence in prize draw sector grows as Bet365 compliance lead joins Elite Competitions
Elite Competitions forecasts 60% growth over the next three years, alongside £100 million in revenue for 2026.
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Jackson reiterates Flutter optimism from UK tax rise as he nears departure
Peter Jackson, outgoing Chief Executive Officer of Flutter Entertainment, has reiterated that the multinational is looking to stamp further authority on the UK market, sending a stark reminder to UK mid-tier operators. The business is currently in pole position in the UK via its Sky Bet, Paddy Power and Betfair brands…
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Can Burnham revoke ‘aim to permit’ without a new gambling act?
Andrew Lyman says scrapping aim to permit "could actually result in a very substantial change to the nature of gambling regulation in the UK." The post Can Burnham revoke ‘aim to permit’ without a new gambling act? appeared first on NEXT.io.
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PAGCOR announces Php2.9M prize pool for next linked Bingo event
PAGCOR is putting up Php2.9 million in tax-free prizes for grabs during the third leg of its ₱1K-for-₱2M Nationwide Linked Bingo Games, scheduled for September 13. The post PAGCOR announces Php2.9M prize pool for next linked Bingo event first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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H1 2026: Entain UK&I online NGR rises despite higher gambling tax
“I am confident our disciplined focus on growth and optimisation will deliver strong future cash-generation,” said CEO Stella David The post H1 2026: Entain UK&I online NGR rises despite higher gambling tax appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Brazil Expands Illegal Betting Crackdown
Automated Blocking Speeds Enforcement The Ministry of Finance says more than 60 illegal betting websites have already been blocked. The… The post Brazil Expands Illegal Betting Crackdown appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Entain beats H1 expectations but tax man delivers reality check
Entain declares that it is meeting its operational and commercial challenges amid a drastically changing economic environment for global gambling PLCs. Group leadership is pleased with a strong first half to 2026 trading, with a 5% increase in net gaming revenues (NGR) to £2.55bn (H1 2025: £2.37bn). Headline growth is…
Read summary →Chile introduces DNS blocking for illegal gambling websites
On August 10, 2026, the Court of Appeals of Santiago announced the establishment of a new mechanism through which Chile’s telecom providers will be ordered to apply DNS blocking on unlicensed gambling websites. The decision is based on a prior Supreme Court ruling, as the new measure is expected to serve as an appropr…
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Coljuegos Considers Temporary Measures for Operators Affected by Colombia Earthquake
After the earthquake in Colombia on August 10, the gambling regulator Coljuegos has initiated an institutional evaluation to look at the damage caused by the quake on gambling and betting activities in the affected zones. The regulator has also detected material damage to premises where it is selling localized gamblin…
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PAGCOR Enforces New Minimum Fees for Online Gaming GSAs
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp, or PAGCOR, has confirmed that its minimum guaranteed fee regime for all accredited gaming system administrators took effect on July 1, 2026. The implementation followed 2 delays after the regulator initially planned to introduce the new fee structure on April 1. PAGCOR’s Elect…
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Brazil Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Betting Platforms
Brazil’s Ministry of Finance will continue to take action against betting bookies operating illegally as the Minister aims to bolster the country’s regulated betting industry. During a hearing of the Chamber of Deputies’ External Committee on Piracy Acts on August 11, the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA/MF) sha…
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Pennsylvania group urges lawmakers to regulate skill games
PA TAP is calling on Pennsylvania lawmakers to approve skill game legislation before an October 13 deadline that could make the machines illegal. US.- The Pennsylvania Taverns and Players Association (PA TAP) has urged the General Assembly to pass legislation regulating skill games ahead of an October 13 court deadlin…
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Lazio ends Polymarket sponsorship amid regulatory pressure
The Serie A club has cancelled its deal after the prediction platform was placed on Italy’s list of banned gambling operators. Italy.- SS Lazio has confirmed the early termination of its sponsorship deal with prediction market Polymarket, citing regulatory developments in Italy. The Serie A club announced that the agr…
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Rivers Casino Philadelphia data breach lawsuit moves forward
Breach discovered in November 2024
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Lazio Drops Polymarket Deal After Italian Ban
Lazio has confirmed that its €19m sponsorship agreement with Polymarket has been brought to an end by mutual consent after Italian regulators declared the site illegal. The club had signed the deal in April 2026, with plans for it to run across two seasons and an option to extend into 2028–29. The Polymarket deal was …
Read summary →CFTC Orders Kalshi To Continue Operating In New York
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has ordered Kalshi to continue operating its exchange in New York despite the state’s lawsuit seeking to halt the company’s event contracts, escalating the fed... The post CFTC Orders Kalshi To Continue Operating In New York appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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Mohegan promotes Kristi Hanney to Vice President, Deputy General Counsel
To oversee legal operations and governance
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Lawmakers Want Wildfire Prediction Markets Removed, But None Have Existed Since January 2025
Lawmakers are pressuring the CFTC to stop prediction markets from allowing users to trade on wildfires. However, no markets have been opened on wildfires since January last year. Even the markets that did exist were available only on Polymarket’s international platform, which is not subject to CFTC regulation. Polymar…
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Pennsylvania Orgs Urge Lawmakers to Save Skill Games With New Bills
The Pennsylvania Taverns and Players Association (PA TAP) recently urged the General Assembly to enact fair and reasonable skill game legislation ahead of the October 13, 2026, court deadline. According to the PA TAP, thousands of organizations and small businesses across the state rely on this revenue to stay afloat.…
Read summary →15ª edição da Brazilian Lounge Magazine mapeia o amadurecimento do mercado de apostas
Com o avanço das leis regulatórias e a profissionalização das empresas, o setor de apostas do Brasil se consolidou como um polo estratégico mundial. Com o intuito de acompanhar e […] O post 15ª edição da Brazilian Lounge Magazine mapeia o amadurecimento do mercado de apostas apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
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Major Sweepstakes Casinos Shut Shop Amid Intense Scrutiny in U.S.
Two major sweepstakes casinos, The Money Factory and CoinFrenzy, have suddenly shut shop as United States lawmakers intensify scrutiny of the industry. It comes as dozens of sweepstakes casinos have similarly shuttered over the past 12 months, thanks to multiple states passing laws that prohibit the unregulated platfo…
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SOFTSWISS to host “Scaling Across Regulated Markets” LinkedIn Live panel
On August 27
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Los canales de plataformas ilegales de apuestas en Telegram tienen más de 1 millón de suscriptores en Brasil
Ocho plataformas ilegales de apuestas de cuota fija que operan en Brasil reúnen a más de un millón de suscriptores en canales de Telegram, según un relevamiento de Estadão. La […]
Read summary →Proponen impedir la transferencia de fondos públicos a medios de comunicación que publicitan apuestas
Un proyecto de ley presentado ante la Asamblea Legislativa de Rio Grande do Sul, en Brasil, pretende impedir la transferencia de fondos públicos estatales a medios de comunicación, redes sociales […]
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SEC and CFTC sue Goliath Ventures over alleged crypto Ponzi scheme
The US agencies filed separate civil actions over a cryptocurrency investment scheme. US.- The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) have filed separate civil lawsuits against Goliath Ventures and founder Christopher Delgado over an alleged crypto Ponzi scheme. Del…
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US illegal online gambling jumps 45% to $97.4 billion in 2025, outpacing regulated sector
According to GCI report
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Brazil expands illegal betting crackdown with asset freezes, automated site blocking
Ministry of Finance's new measures
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CFTC says it can keep Kalshi trading despite New York shutdown order
Emergency letter cites $36B fine
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FlightAware Cancels Lawsuit Against Kalshi, But Remains Source on Flight Market Open for Trading
FlightAware has voluntarily dismissed a lawsuit against Kalshi, with the two companies seemingly reaching an out-of-court agreement. FlightAware sued Kalshi in New York on Monday, claiming the prediction market operator had agreed not to use its data for commercial purposes. “Kalshi is using FlightAware’s data and nam…
Read summary →FlightAware Drops Kalshi Lawsuit One Day After Filing as Kalshi Removes Its Name
The abrupt dismissal leaves unanswered whether the dispute was resolved privately and what it could mean for prediction markets’ reliance on third-party data. FlightAware abruptly abandoned its legal challenge against Kalshi before the case reached a courtroom, as the prediction market removed the flight tracker’s nam…
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Un nuevo estudio de LCA revela una reducción de la participación del mercado ilegal de apuestas en Brasil
El Instituto Brasileño de Juego Responsable (IBJR) publicó el estudio “Fuera del Radar 2.0 – Dimensionamiento y combate del mercado ilegal de apuestas en Brasil”, elaborado por LCA Consultores a […]
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