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Fiscalização de bets é tema de oficina com órgãos de defesa do consumidor
Evento reuniu no Ministério da Justiça e Segurança Pública, em Brasília, órgãos e entidades para discutir alternativas que conciliem os objetivos regulatórios com a preservação da competitividade do mercado regulado, da canalização dos apostadores e do combate efetivo ao mercado ilegal The post Fiscalização de bets é …
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Kenya gambling licensing set to proceed following High Court ruling
While the substantive judicial review is set for judgment in October, the Kenyan gambling regulator can now proceed with the licensing process and its oversight duties.
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Italy upholds Dignity Decree duties on safer gambling campaigns
AGCOM, Italy’s media and communications authority, has warned against the use of tipsters and celebrity endorsements to promote online betting markets and gambling brands. The warning was issued to the 46 licensed operators that form Italy’s new online gambling regime, overseen by the ADM, Italy’s Customs and Monopoli…
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Rivers Casino Philadelphia Faces Class Action Lawsuit over Data Breach
Victims of a recent cyberattack targeting Rivers Casino Philadelphia have banded together and launched a class action lawsuit against the operators. The plaintiffs allege that Rivers Casino lacked sufficient consumer safeguards, indirectly granting hackers access to potentially harmful personal data. With the case now…
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CasinoReviews.net Analysis Finds 8 of 10 US “Gambling Addiction” Search Hotspots in States Without Regulated Online Casinos
London, United Kingdom, 11th August 2026, PlayNewswire The post CasinoReviews.net Analysis Finds 8 of 10 US “Gambling Addiction” Search Hotspots in States Without Regulated Online Casinos appeared first on iGaming AFRIKA.
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Australian Prime Minister pushes for strict gambling reforms
The Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese, revealed that the Interactive Gambling Amendment Bill 2026 is expected to be presented to the House of Representatives in mid-August. Previously, Labor’s proposals were criticized by the opposition for not aligning with the parliamentary inquiry and not being up to st…
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Study shows Brazilian families lost $12.5 billion on gambling in 2025
The analysis suggests funds directed to illegal websites coincide with data projected by LCA, which indicates that between 41% and 51% of the market is unlicensed.
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Laos Deports 41 Thai Gambling Workers After Crackdown on Illegal Networks
Laos has deported 41 Thai nationals accused of working for online gambling operations after a crackdown in Vientiane that also targeted suspected trafficking and scam networks. The group, made up of 30 women and 11 men, was handed over to Thai authorities in Nong Khai on August 10. Lao authorities had arrested them du…
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Armenia selects Maltese firm to run gambling monitoring system
The government of Armenia has shared that Malta-based Random Systems International was selected to oversee and regulate the country’s gambling sector as a result of a tender. As revealed on August 6, 2026, Random Systems will be responsible for acting as Armenia’s gambling regulator, with its tasks including the monit…
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CFTC reminds markets to display clear pricing information
Warning states that the American odds format used by casino gambling bookmakers is likely to mislead market participants The Division of Market Oversight and the Market Participants Division of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission recently issued a letter to remind Commission-regulated entities involved in the lis…
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Jesper Svensson: regulation, localisation and new opportunities for Betsson
Ahead of his appearance at SBC Summit in Lisbon, where he will be speaking on a panel entitled “Super CEO Panel: The Industry Speaks”, Betsson CEO Jesper Svensson gave SBC a sneak peek into the operator’s strategic priorities in 2026, from market expansion and new technologies, to marking his tenth year as CEO. The iG…
Read summary →Uganda approves 15% winnings tax for land-based casinos
The Parliament of Uganda has removed the previous exemption from a 15% winnings tax for land-based casinos after President Museveni proposed introducing an equal taxation system for online and land-based gambling. The recommendations to amend the Income Tax Bill were passed on August 4, 2026, with the country now set …
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Illegal Gambling Hits $97B in the US: Rogue Operators Are Having a Laugh
The United States finally has a fully-regulated gambling market, or at least the majority of states are now offering sports betting online, with iGaming attempting to expand as well. Illegal Gambling Just Shy of $100B in the US Despite all of this, argues Three Card Poker founder, Derek Webb, the offshore gambling mar…
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Dutch KSA grants renewed licenses as expiry date approaches
The Dutch gambling regulatory authority (KSA) has started granting renewed 5-year licenses to online casino operators as the October 1, 2026, expiry deadline for the previous permits is approaching. After a review process conducted by the KSA, multiple major companies have already received their new permits, including…
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Connecticut Gets Another Win Against Kalshi, Poised to Apply Gaming Laws
The US District Court District of Connecticut has denied a preliminary injunction filed by Kalshi, a prediction market platform, against the state, seeking to halt the state’s attempt to regulate the company under existing gaming laws. Connecticut Wins Lawsuit Against Kalshi – For Now The argument ran on familiar line…
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Regulating the Game introduces 2027 Award for combating black market gambling
Regulating the Game has officially opened nominations for the 2027 Global Awards, introducing a pivotal new category to its program: the Black Market Disruption Initiative. The post Regulating the Game introduces 2027 Award for combating black market gambling first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brie…
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Philippines 2Q GGR Falls 20% As Electronic Gaming Segment Weakens
The Philippine gaming industry, inclusive of non-casinos, generated gross gaming revenue of PHP88.14 billion or US$1.45 billion in the second quarter of 2026, representing a 20.3% decrease year-over-year. Gross gaming revenue grew by 0.6% sequentially, based on the press release that came out on Monday from the Philip…
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UK PM will revoke aim to permit amid ‘crackdown’ on retail gambling
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has vowed a crackdown on slot arcades and betting shops, and will look to end “aim to permit” planning. The retail gambling sector in the UK looks like it could face a new blow after the government announced plans to give local authorities new powers to block outlets considered undesirab…
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Citi: Macau GGR run-rate up 12% month-on-month in first nine days of August
Macau’s gross gaming revenue is estimated to have reached MOP$6.6 billion (US$816 million) in the first nine days of August, […]
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SkyCity relaunching Sky Tower revolving restaurant in Auckland amidst financial consolidation
New Zealand’s SkyCity Entertainment Group is doubling down on the unique commercial value of its Sky Tower in Auckland as […]
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Whatnot atinge avaliação de US$ 20 bi e supera varejistas como Best Buy
Aplicativo de compras ao vivo capta US$ 545 mi em nova rodada, mas enfrenta processos por suposta operação de cassino ilegal nos EUA The post Whatnot atinge avaliação de US$ 20 bi e supera varejistas como Best Buy appeared first on BNLData.
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Government and Opposition Align on Plan for Australia’s Toughest Gambling Laws
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed that the Interactive Gambling Amendment (Gambling Reform) Bill 2026 will be introduced to the House of Representatives next week. He described the legislation as the “strongest anti‑gambling regulation that Australia has ever seen.” The bill builds on reforms first unveile…
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Court of Appeal imposes measure for DNS blocking of unlicensed gambling sites in Chile
Major telecoms companies will be expected to block unlicensed gambling sites in a win for Chile’s state-authorised lottery duopoly. Chile.- The Court of Appeals of Santiago has established the mechanism by which Chilean telecommunications companies must block access to unauthorised gambling websites. The move advances…
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More operators confirm licence renewals as Dutch igaming market’s five-year anniversary approaches
Several major operators’ Dutch igaming licences are due to expire on October 1. The Netherlands.- The regulated Dutch igaming market is approaching a key milestone with the first five-year licences issued ahead of the October 2021 market launch now coming up for renewal. The initial batch of permits will begin expirin…
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Brazil Supreme Court delays gambling ban case as justice seeks betting law review
Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF) has suspended a case concerning the criminalisation of traditional gambling after Justice Flávio Dino requested more time to consider how its ruling should address Brazil’s regulated betting framework. The case concerns Article 50 of Brazil’s Criminal Contraventions Law, which esta…
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Chile court sets continuous DNS blocking process for unauthorised betting sites
Chile’s Santiago Court of Appeals has approved a DNS-based process to block online betting and gambling sites found to be operating without authorisation. The procedure establishes a continuing and updateable enforcement mechanism, allowing new domains and mirror sites to be added without reopening the original court …
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British Gambling Commission involved in more raids on alleged illegal gambling
Raids on locations in Sheffield and Doncaster led to three arrests. UK.- The British Gambling Commission has reported that it took part in a coordinated operation targeting alleged illegal gambling and suspected organised criminal activity in the cities of Sheffield and Doncaster. The regulator says it supported South…
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Mexico proposes changes to betting law
A lawmaker from Mexico’s ruling Morena party in Mexico City’s Congress has proposed amendments to the Federal Games and Sweepstakes Law aimed at tackling gambling addiction and introducing tighter controls on online gambling. Alberto Martínez Urincho presented the initiative, which would introduce new provisions cover…
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SBC lança novo fórum global sobre mercados de previsão em Lisboa
O fórum, que acontecerá em Lisboa no dia 1º de outubro, em paralelo com a SBC Summit, reunirá operadores, reguladores, investidores e legisladores The post SBC lança novo fórum global sobre mercados de previsão em Lisboa appeared first on BNLData.
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Tradewinds operator avoids prison
Costa Rica-based businessman Michael Lawrence “Scott” Brannon pleaded guilty to operating the offshore sportsbook. U.S.- Michael Lawrence “Scott” Brannon, a Costa Rica-based businessman who admitted to helping run the offshore sportsbook Tradewinds, will not serve a prison sentence. Federal court sentenced him to 12 m…
Read summary →TaDa Gaming reforça seu compromisso com o jogo responsável no Reino Unido
Desde que entrou no mercado do Reino Unido em 2025, após a aprovação da UK Gambling Commission, a TaDa Gaming colocou o jogo responsável e a conformidade regulatória no centro […] O post TaDa Gaming reforça seu compromisso com o jogo responsável no Reino Unido apareceu primeiro em iGaming Brazil.
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Brazilian Gaming Groups Propose Phased Implementation of Online Game Rules
The National Association of Gaming and Lotteries (ANJL) and the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting of the Ministry of Finance (SPA/MF) of Brazil met on Friday (7) to discuss the Interministerial Ordinance that will come into force soon to cover online game design, user experience, and platform requirements. The meeting…
Read summary →Exclusivo: “Regular é apenas o primeiro passo. Fazer a regulação funcionar é o verdadeiro desafio”, avalia Amilton Noble
O mercado regulado de apostas online atravessa um momento de amplo debate tanto no cenário regulatório quanto na esfera midiática. A convite do portal iGaming Brazil, o CEO da Hebara […] O post Exclusivo: “Regular é apenas o primeiro passo. Fazer a regulação funcionar é o verdadeiro desafio”, avalia Amilton Noble apar…
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Regulators Wary as Former POGO Workers Set Sights on Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka seems to be the new hub for Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) workers, following the recent crackdowns in the Philippines. However, the association of POGOs with illicit activities has prompted concerns about this move. POGO Workers Migrate to Sri Lanka According to reports, multiple POGO workers, i…
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PM promises strongest gambling regulation Australia has ever seen
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese told the Labor Party caucus that he was “confident” of passing gambling reforms with bipartisan support. Albanese expects the Interactive Gambling Amendment (Gambling Reform) Bill 2026, which he has called the “strongest anti-gambling regulation that Australia has ever seen,”…
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Aristocrat Gaming releases cabinet Reign with new titles
Aristocrat Gaming on Monday announced the introduction of the Reign cabinet. Set to complement its predecessors, Reign brings a fusion of modern technology and refinement for the latest game titles from Aristocrat Gaming. Deployment of the cabinet has begun on casino floors across North America, and it will be on disp…
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US illegal gambling market grew to $97.4bn in 2025, GCI report claims
A study commissioned by the Campaign for Fairer Gambling (CFG) claims unregulated online gambling took in $97.4bn from US consumers last year, with the illegal market said to have grown faster than the regulated sector. The study, published by Gaming Compliance International (GCI) on behalf of the CFG, claimed that un…
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NIGC chair vacancy limits key regulatory powers for record $46 billion tribal gaming industry
No chair since January
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Aristocrat Gaming introduces Reign, its newest premium gaming cabinet
Aristocrat Gaming has introduced its all-new Reign™ cabinet, combining modern technology, premium performance, and refined design to enhance the casino-floor experience. The post Aristocrat Gaming introduces Reign, its newest premium gaming cabinet first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
Read summary →The biggest factors at play as Entain aims to relight fire for H1 2026
Entain is set to release its H1 2026 results on Thursday against a backdrop of widespread regulatory issues and a share price crisis. It’s fair to say a lot has changed since multinational, a FTSE 100 firm and owner of Ladbrokes Coral, bwin and PartyPoker, last gave investors its Q1 trading update in mid-April. A […]
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Jogo Positivo destaca educação e jogo responsável em debate sobre compliance no futebol na Associação Comercial do Rio de Janeiro
Filipe Rodrigues, fundador da associação, defendeu campanhas de conscientização e alertou para os desafios do mercado ilegal Este artigo Jogo Positivo destaca educação e jogo responsável em debate sobre compliance no futebol na Associação Comercial do Rio de Janeiro, é foi referenciado anteriormente no blog Media Bet …
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Sri Lanka probes offshore gambling shift as former POGOs move in
Sri Lanka is tightening its response to illegal online gambling as networks displaced from the Philippines seek new operating bases. Colombo Port City in Sri Lanka has emerged as one destination for businesses and workers previously connected to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). Workers from China, the Phi…
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Novig Sues Four States as Strategy to Ensure Uninterrupted Launch, Claims Gaming Lawyer
Novig launched its standalone prediction market platform last week. Three days into the launch, it had already filed lawsuits against four states. The company sued New York just a day after it announced the nationwide launch of its CFTC-regulated platform. It has since filed lawsuits against Massachusetts, Washington,…
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Uganda Extends 15% Winnings Tax to Land-Based Casinos
Uganda has removed a tax exemption that allowed land-based casinos to avoid a 15% withholding tax on player winnings, bringing physical casinos into line with the country’s online gambling sector. The change follows President Yoweri Museveni’s proposal to amend the Income Tax (Amendment) Bill 2026. Parliament approved…
Read summary →Mexico exploring pathway to stricter gambling regulations
A draft proposal has been tabled in Mexico to tighten the player safety mechanisms around gaming and sweepstakes. As reported by SBC Noticias, the proposal was drafted by Deputy Alberto Martínez Urincho and presented to the Congress of Mexico City. Because the regulatory framework controlling games of chance and sweep…
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Geolocation in iGaming: How location technology keeps online gambling safe, legal, and fair
Geolocation in iGaming, the process of verifying a user’s location, is one of an operator’s most effective tools… The post Geolocation in iGaming: How location technology keeps online gambling safe, legal, and fair appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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£110,000 Cash and Gold Seized in UK Illegal Gambling Raids
More than £110,000 in cash, gold bars, coins and jewellery were seized during raids on venues suspected of running illegal gambling operations in Sheffield and Doncaster, exposing suspected links between unlicensed betting and wider criminal activity. The operation on 4 and 5 August involved South Yorkshire Police, th…
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Tribal Regulator Left Powerless Without Proper Leadership
The USA’s National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) is now entering its seventh month without a chairperson, undermining its efforts to oversee the tribal gambling space. With some deals involving tribal properties now left hanging due to the lack of leadership, some fear that Washington may be deliberately delaying th…
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Entidades propõem faseamento em regra de jogos online para evitar mercado ilegal
Entidades representativas do setor de apostas querem que exigências de recertificação de plataformas venham após regulamentação B2B, segundo encontro com o Ministério da Fazenda; entenda The post Entidades propõem faseamento em regra de jogos online para evitar mercado ilegal appeared first on BNLData.
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bunq to persist after second failed US banking licence attempt
bunq’s second application to become a regulated US bank has been denied by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), but it is adamant it will continue to pursue the licence Europe’s second-largest neobank, bunq, has had its US banking licence rejected by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).…
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Renan Santos promete proibir casas de apostas no Brasil caso eleito
Candidato à Presidência declara que irá extinguir mercado de bets legalizado e que faturou R$ 12,2 bilhões em quatro meses The post Renan Santos promete proibir casas de apostas no Brasil caso eleito appeared first on BNLData.
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Botswana Loses P850M to Illegal Online Gambling
More than P850 million has been wagered through illegal online gambling platforms in Botswana in just six months, exposing the scale of a market operating beyond the reach of the country’s gambling regulator. The figure, reported by the Gambling Authority, puts a sizeable portion of local betting activity outside Bots…
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Se as bets são jogos de azar, o que são as loterias?
Artigo de Angelo Alberoni destaca que o debate no STF sobre jogos de azar precisa considerar a natureza jurídica das apostas de quota fixa, a coerência com as demais modalidades lotéricas e, sobretudo, os efeitos de uma eventual expansão do mercado ilegal The post Se as bets são jogos de azar, o que são as loterias? a…
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Uganda removes land-based casino exemption from 15% winnings tax
The approval of the president's proposal brings land-based casino taxes in line with Uganda's online sector, with a 15% tax on net winnings now applying to both verticals.
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Botswana Raises Alarm Over P850 Million Illegal Betting Spend
An estimated P850 million is spent each year on illegal betting platforms outside Botswana’s regulatory framework, Gambling Authority CEO Moruntshi Kemorwale has revealed. He shared the figure at the recent South East Region Staff Excellence Awards 2026 in Gaborone. He told educators and other stakeholders that illega…
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TaDa Gaming champions responsible gaming in the UK
Intelligent product design and industry collaboration create a new era of responsible gaming. Press release.- Since entering the UK market in 2025 following UK Gambling Commission approval, TaDa Gaming has made responsible gaming and regulatory compliance central to its long-term strategy. As regulatory expectations c…
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Philippines industry GGR down 20.3% to US$1.45 billion in 2Q26 but land-based IRs show signs of improvement
The Philippine gaming industry saw gross gaming revenues fall by 20.3% to Php88.1 billion (US$1.45 billion) in the three months […]
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Over £110,000 cash and gold seized in South Yorkshire illegal gambling raid
Similar raids conducted in part by the Gambling Commission were undertaken in both Manchester and Bristol in recent months.
Read summary →Endorphina Enters Slovenian Market Following Regulatory Approval
Regulated Market Expansion In Central Europe Endorphina has completed the certification process for Slovenia, extending the slot supplier’s reach into… The post Endorphina Enters Slovenian Market Following Regulatory Approval appeared first on iGaming Express.
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