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Hong Kong authorities arrest 19 people including local football players and coaches for illegal bookmaking and match fixing
The Hong Kong Police Force has arrested 19 people, including prominent members of the city’s local football scene, as part […]
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PENN activist shareholder Vora awarded Nevada license
A hedge-fund founder who has had contentious dealings with the management of PENN Entertainment has been granted a three-year license by Nevada gaming regulators. The Nevada Gaming Commission backed the recommendation of the Gaming Control Board to license Parag Vora, founder and manager of New York-based HG Vora Capi…
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Rising compliance burden reshapes Philippine online gaming sector: report
Stricter Philippine online gaming regulations are driving higher compliance costs, widening performance gaps among listed operators.
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PopOK Gaming secures Argentina certification, accelerates LatAm expansion
PopOK Gaming obtains regulatory certification in Argentina, enabling content distribution to licensed operators and strengthening its Latin American footprint.
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Cambodia Steps Up Online-Fraud Crackdown as Casino Checks Expand
Cambodian PM Hun Manet directs provincial authorities to intensify efforts against online fraud networks amid broader casino sector cleanup.
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Australia Adds 12 More Gambling Domains to Block List
Australia's communications regulator has added 12 websites to its prohibited gambling domain list under the Interactive Gambling Act.
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Peruvian Betting Operators Challenge Constitutionality of Selective Consumption Tax
Peru's online gambling industry plans to contest the constitutionality of the Selective Consumption Tax (ISC) following certification of petition signatures by electoral authorities.
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Lotep participa da 14ª Reunião com Reguladores do COAF, em Brasília
Lotep attended Brazil's COAF regulatory meeting to discuss anti-money laundering oversight, compliance best practices, and financial intelligence integration.
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Mercados de previsão querem conquistar Wall Street; veja como isso pode mudar os investimentos
Prediction market platforms attract hedge funds and institutional investors by positioning betting as financial hedging tools, with a $22 billion market moving $17.9 billion in May.
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Indiana Gaming Commission Delays Decision on Banning College Player Prop Bets
Indiana Gaming Commission postpones NCAA request to ban college player prop bets until September, allowing continued wagering on student-athlete performance markets.
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Could the EU ban online gambling ads?
Malta opposes a citizen petition calling for an EU-wide ban on gambling advertising, amid ongoing regulatory tensions.
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British Gambling Commission calls for industry ideas on reducing regulatory burdens
UK regulator seeks stakeholder input to streamline operational requirements and reduce unnecessary compliance burdens.
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Senators Move to Block CFTC From Spending Federal Funds on State Prediction Market Lawsuits
Democratic senators seek to prevent the CFTC from using federal appropriations to sue states over online prediction market regulation.
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Sydney Man Loses $160K Gambling, Says More Should Be Done to Impose Limits
A Sydney man lost over $160,000 on lottery tickets and poker machines at The Star Sydney and The Lottery Corporation within two years, calling for stronger player protection measures.
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Gambling is Rife in South Korean Fishing Communities, Say Police
South Korean police warn that illegal gambling has proliferated in island and fishing communities, confiscating millions in illicit betting funds.
Read summary →Behind the Game by N1 Partners: Anatomy of a strong brand
N1 Partners' Product Line manager explores key factors defining successful iGaming brands, including player retention, UX, localization, payment infrastructure, and product strategy.
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Kentucky Sued By CFTC Too As Democrat Senators Call For End
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission filed a federal lawsuit against Kentucky, an action that 16 Senators want to see stopped. It is the agency’s latest move in a broader legal campaign to assert... The post Kentucky Sued By CFTC Too As Democrat Senators Call For End appeared first on Legal Sports Report.
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Indiana Regulators Delay NCAA Bid to Ban College Prop Bets
Indiana's gaming commission declined to advance the NCAA's proposal to ban college player prop bets, leaving the contentious issue unresolved after extended regulatory debate.
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Dominican Republic Advances Gambling Regulation with New Lottery and Betting Law
Dominican Republic's Senate adopts comprehensive gambling legislation establishing regulatory framework for lotteries, sports betting, casinos, and online platforms.
Read summary →Gambling Commission asks for feedback on perceived burdens for UK industry
The UK Gambling Commission is soliciting operator input on regulatory burdens as part of its 2026-2027 business plan emphasizing innovation and compliance.
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Exclusive: Black market ‘Bellingham Bet’ ads analysed for links to Premier League sponsor
Unregulated 'Bellingham Bet' ads in the UK share technical and licensing infrastructure with a Premier League football sponsor.
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Kalshi's Perpetual Futures Surpass £1bn in Trading Volume
Kalshi reports its perpetual futures products have achieved over $1 billion in cumulative trading volume.
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More Than Two Dozen Prediction Market Bills Reflect Congressional Attention Not Agreement, Law Experts Say
Over 25 prediction market bills introduced in Congress signal growing interest but reveal lawmakers lack consensus on regulatory approach.
Read summary →Africa Overview: South Africa and Egypt lash out at offshore illegal gambling
South African and Egyptian authorities intensify enforcement against unlicensed and offshore gambling operators amid rapid growth of the African betting industry.
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Bank of England eyes rails for stablecoins, digital pound
The Retail Payments Infrastructure Board consultation outlines infrastructure for regulated stablecoins, a digital pound, and traditional bank deposits.
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Curaçao regulator sets out rules for crypto gambling
The Curaçao Gaming Authority has introduced a phased framework governing cryptocurrency use by licensed gambling operators over the next 12 months.
Read summary →Dominican Republic Moves to Tighten Gambling Oversight as Industry Expansion Tests Existing Rules
The Dominican Republic's Senate has approved the first reading of legislation to overhaul gambling laws and strengthen state control over a rapidly expanding industry.
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Ukraine publishes first National Gambling Impact Survey
Ukraine's inaugural national gambling survey reveals low participation rates but indicates public support for enhanced regulatory measures.
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Senators Bid to Block CFTC From Using Federal Funds to Sue States in Prediction Market Cases
Seventeen Democratic senators, including Richard Blumenthal, urge a Senate subcommittee to prohibit the CFTC from using federal appropriations to litigate prediction market cases against states.
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North West Gambling Sector Drives Economic Growth with R2.38 Billion Revenue in 2026/27
South Africa's North West Gambling Board reported R2.38 billion in gross gambling revenue and R164.5 million in provincial tax contributions for the 2026/27 financial year.
Read summary →The World Championship 2026 Group Stage: The business case behind the drama — 1xBet analysis
1xBet examines how group-stage surprises and competitive dynamics at the 2026 World Championship are generating sustained viewer engagement and narrative momentum.
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UKGC: Safer gambling tools don’t accommodate for affected others
UK Gambling Commission research reveals safer gambling protections inadequately address needs of people harmed by others' gambling.
Read summary →Australia Expands Its Illegal Gambling Crackdown
ACMA adds twelve more domains to its prohibited list as Australian regulator intensifies enforcement against unlicensed gambling operators.
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Malta MEP warns online gambling ad ban could boost illegal market
Malta MEP Peter Agius cautions that the ban could push players towards illegal operators rather than protect them.
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Michigan Couple Bags $100K Lottery Prize – Bought Ticket at Their Own Store
A Michigan couple won $100,000 playing Club Keno after purchasing their ticket at their own retail store.
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Georgia makes move to allow foreign online casinos while restricting access for citizens
Georgia plans a new gambling license category permitting foreign operators to establish legal presence while barring Georgian citizens from accessing those platforms.
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Lottery Winner Had Visions about $100K Win
A North Carolina Powerball player won $100,000 and attributed the win to a premonition or intuitive feeling before purchasing the Quick Pick ticket.
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Gambling Authority of Botswana and Boitekanelo College Collaborate to Promote Responsible Gambling
The Gambling Authority of Botswana has signed an MoU with Boitekanelo College to promote responsible gambling awareness and foster a safer gambling environment.
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SkyCity Adelaide agrees to phase out the use of cash for transactions over A$4,999
SkyCity Adelaide will phase out cash transactions exceeding A$4,999 as part of regulatory settlement involving a A$21m fine and resolution of compliance matters.
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UKGC hits Stakelogic with $161K penalty over slots speed
UK Gambling Commission fines Stakelogic $161,725 for offering slot games at speeds exceeding responsible design limits.
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Brazil Says Betting Rules Are Working. Now the Focus Shifts to Illegal Operators
Brazilian gambling authority asserts regulated market is functioning effectively, shifting enforcement focus toward unlicensed competitors operating outside formal oversight.
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ACMA blocks 12 more illegal gambling sites in Australia
Australia's gambling regulator is stepping up enforcement as illegal offshore operators continue to find ways around the rules.
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Australia Continues to Target Illegal Gambling Websites
ACMA expands its blacklist with 12 additional illegal gambling domains, reinforcing Australia's crackdown on unlicensed online operators.
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From player protection to channelisation: Why Europe’s World Cup gambling warnings have changed
As regulators warn of a surge in illegal betting during the World Cup, a deeper shift is taking place in how they think about consumer protection.
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Biloxi Casino Project Advances After Key Court Ruling
A circuit court judge upheld the Mississippi Gaming Commission's regulatory approval for a proposed Biloxi casino resort, advancing the project after extended legal proceedings.
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Gambling Commission asks industry to identify ‘regulatory burdens’
The UK Gambling Commission invites stakeholders to propose which regulations could be simplified without compromising consumer protection.
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Ukraine Sees Gambling as a National Problem Even Though Few People Actually Play
A Ukrainian government survey reveals stark disconnect: 75% of citizens view gambling as a serious national issue despite minimal actual participation rates.
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BGC rebukes claim that UK’s black market threat is exaggerated
Betting and Gaming Council CEO Grainne Hurst counters assertions that illegal gambling's UK market threat is overstated, reaffirming its significance.
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SPA considers regulation of betting in Brazil a success
The Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA) points out that the regulated betting environment in Brazil is positive compared to the period without control of the activity. This assessment was made by the deputy secretary of monitoring and supervision of betting at SPA, Carlos Renato Xavier.
Read summary →Prediction Markets Weekly Roundup: Litigation Spreads as Congress Joins the Fight
CFTC lawsuits, tribal intervention, and advancing federal prediction market legislation mark an intensifying regulatory battle.
Read summary →SBC Summit to examine Latin America’s biggest growth opportunities
SBC Summit's October 2026 Lisbon event will feature a dedicated Latin America track exploring regional growth, regulatory challenges, and market opportunities.
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betPawa takes more than a half of the DR Congo market
betPawa commands over 50% of the Democratic Republic of Congo's iGaming user base, with three brands controlling 90% of market demand.
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SCCG Management Partners with ScratchOdds to Bring a Modern Player-Engagement Platform to the Global Lottery Industry
SCCG Management has partnered with ScratchOdds to represent its mobile-first lottery platform globally, expanding access to modern player engagement tools.
Read summary →Over 224,000 Kazakhs Register for State Gambling Self-Exclusion System
Kazakhstan's state self-exclusion registry has surpassed 224,000 active registrations, reflecting growing uptake of player protection tools.
Read summary →Gambling Commission Settles Stakelogic Case
The UK Gambling Commission has settled a case against Stakelogic after the operator self-reported timing failures involving Tiger Temple 88.
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Malta Draws a Red Line as EU Gambling Tax Debate Gains Momentum
Malta signals potential veto of EU-wide gambling tax powers ahead of budget negotiations, positioning itself as a key player in European iGaming policy.
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Georgia to introduce license system for foreign operators
Georgia proposes licensing framework for iGaming operators serving only foreign players, with a 5% gross gaming revenue tax under accelerated legislation.
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Ontario Lottery Group (OLG) selects Intralot Canada to power future lottery technology
OLG taps Intralot Canada to deliver modernized lottery technology infrastructure, with full deployment targeted for 2029.
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