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Ohio Mom Says Son ‘Stole’ Her Lottery Prize
An Ohio mother has filed a lawsuit against her son, alleging he stole money she used to purchase a winning lottery ticket.
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Spanish government approves joint deposit limits for gambling
Spain's Council of Ministers approved a Royal Decree on June 23, 2026, establishing joint deposit limits of €700 daily and €1,750 weekly across licensed gambling operators.
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Brightstar Global Solutions Corporation Signs Five-year Contract Extension with Oregon Lottery
Brightstar Global Solutions Corporation has extended its contract with Oregon Lottery for five additional years, reinforcing its lottery technology partnership.
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New York Man Now Millionaire After Winning $3 Million Max Game
Daniel Nellis of Caroga Lake claimed the top prize from a $3 Million MAX lottery ticket purchased in Fulton County, receiving $1,328,043 after taxes.
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Brazil’s LOTEP discusses gambling ads with TikTok representatives
The State Lottery of Paraíba held institutional discussions with TikTok Brazil regarding gambling advertising regulations and digital platform supervision.
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Industry expert outlines growth factors in Africa’s iGaming sector
Africa’s iGaming market is booming. Amusenet’s Cameron Green explores AI, data, regulation, localisation, and growth across the continent.
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Stakelogic ordered to pay £122,835 for running UK slots too fast
Great Britain's Gambling Commission fined Stakelogic £122,835 for operating online slot games at speeds exceeding regulatory specifications.
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Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Adds Gaming Corps Content
Gaming Corps launches its game portfolio with the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, expanding its North American distribution.
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Macau’s Paradise Entertainment says subsidiary granted “approved manufacturer” status by Singapore regulator
A Paradise Entertainment subsidiary receives approved manufacturer designation from Singapore's Gambling Regulatory Authority.
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Responsible gambling cannot be scaled using a single framework
Player protection strategies must adapt to local market conditions rather than relying on uniform global frameworks across diverse regulatory environments.
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Dutch Gambling Tax Hike Miles оff Revenue Target
Netherlands' increased gambling tax generated only a fraction of projected additional revenue in 2025, according to joint Ministry and Kansspelautoriteit assessment.
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DigiPlus Rolls Out Responsible Gaming Framework
DigiPlus Interactive Corp. launches "Entertainment for Good" framework emphasizing responsible gaming and player protection across BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone.
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CFTC sues Kentucky over action against Kalshi and Polymarket
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission continues its attempts to defend prediction platforms from state-level legal action. US.- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed a lawsuit against the state of Kentucky in try to stop it from intervening against prediction platforms. The move comes after Kent…
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Peru’s Online Betting Industry Challenges the Constitutionality of Selective Consumption Tax
Peru's online gaming and betting sector has gathered required signatures to file a constitutional challenge against the Selective Consumption Tax imposed on betting.
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Curacao Gaming Authority issues first dedicated crypto policy for LOK license holders
Curacao Gaming Authority establishes comprehensive crypto guidelines for B2C operators, requiring full compliance by mid-2027.
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Cambodia discusses how to collect and dispose of seized scam assets
Cambodia's Commercial Gambling Management Commission convenes to address procedures for managing and disposing of assets seized from gaming fraud operations.
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Opposition from former CFTC chair Gensler and a CME lawsuit add to pushback against prediction markets
The list of CFTC opponents is growing, and former chair Gary Gensler and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange are the latest to challenge the growth of prediction markets.
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BPX aposta em tecnologia da Legitimuz para fortalecer compliance e aprimorar experiência do usuário
BPX partners with Legitimuz to enhance compliance and streamline user registration in alignment with Brazilian betting regulations.
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New Spanish gambling deposit limits approved
Spain's government approves joint deposit limits for online gambling operators, raising implementation concerns among licensees.
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CFTC Sues Kentucky as Regulator’s Legal Struggle Against States Intensifies
The CFTC has filed suit against Kentucky, marking its ninth state lawsuit as it seeks to block state regulation of prediction markets.
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Brightstar Lottery extends agreement with Oregon Lottery
Brightstar Lottery subsidiary secures five-year contract extension with Oregon Lottery through May 2031 to provide advanced retail technology and system upgrades.
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Lucchese Family Members Plead Guilty In Illegal Gambling Ring Tied To New Jersey Councilman
Eight members of the Lucchese crime family pleaded guilty to operating an illegal gambling enterprise in New Jersey involving poker games, sportsbooks, and gaming rooms.
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Massachusetts regulator fines MGM Springfield over prohibited college baseball betting offering
Massachusetts Gaming Commission approved a $25,000 penalty against MGM Springfield for improperly offering wagering on a Northeastern University baseball game.
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Chinese Police Make Arrests as World Cup Gambling Crackdown Begins
China intensifies World Cup gambling enforcement with arrests of operators running illegal soccer betting rings; courts warn of jail terms and fines.
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Survey reveals mixed awareness of Finland’s online gambling market opening
Research shows divided public understanding ahead of Finland's regulated online gambling market launch in 2027, reflecting broader consumer education challenges.
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Congress bans Fed CBDC for four years, stablecoins exempt
U.S. lawmakers pass a four-year prohibition on Federal Reserve central bank digital currency development within housing legislation, leaving private stablecoins unaffected.
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Ukrainian regulator announces cooperation to tackle unlicensed gambling ads on Kick
PlayCity, Ukraine's gambling regulator, has partnered with streaming platform Kick to identify and block channels promoting unlicensed gambling.
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New review confirms that Dutch gambling tax hike generated less revenue than expected
Joint government-regulator review shows Netherlands gambling tax increases fell short of revenue forecasts, signaling implementation challenges.
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After Ohtani Scandal & Prison, Ex-Illegal Bookie Mathew Bowyer Bets Big on Redemption
Mathew Bowyer, whose illegal bookmaking operation was exposed through the Shohei Ohtani interpreter scandal, is attempting to rebuild his life after prison.
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Building for the long term: the 1xBet growth strategy
1xBet emphasizes regulatory compliance, responsible gaming, and strategic partnerships as pillars of sustainable market expansion across multiple jurisdictions.
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Royal Decree Introduces Joint Deposit Limit for Online Gambling in Spain
Spain's Council of Ministers approved a Royal Decree on June 23 establishing unified deposit limits across all licensed online gambling operators to enhance player protection.
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Cambodian gaming regulator reviews disposal of seized scam assets
Cambodia's gaming regulator reviewed procedures for collecting, managing, and disposing of property seized from illegal online scam operations.
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Georgia sets out to offer dedicated foreign licences with 5% gambling tax
Georgia proposes new legislation creating a dedicated licensing category for international online gambling operators, with a 5% tax rate.
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US sanctions 35 Prince Group-linked targets over scam operations
US Treasury expands sanctions against Cambodia-based Prince Group affiliates accused of operating scams targeting American citizens.
Read summary →Dario Jurčić, Digitain: “We see strong opportunities across all parts of Europe, but the dynamics differ by region”
Ahead of iGB L!VE 2026, Digitain CCO for Europe and Africa outlines the company's commercial priorities across Europe and Africa, with a focus on regulated growth, localisation and omnichannel expansion.
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Oregon Lottery Extends Brightstar Lottery Retail Technology Deal
Brightstar Lottery has extended its retail technology contract with Oregon Lottery for five years, running through May 2031.
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Curaçao Tightens Crypto Gambling Rules as Compliance Deadline Looms
Curaçao's gaming regulator has imposed stricter controls on cryptocurrency fund management for licensed operators, requiring enhanced compliance protocols.
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Răzvan Haiduc, Relum: “Retention is not about driving players into making unwise decisions; it’s about providing consistent entertainment, keeping players engaged”
Relum's Chief Product Officer discusses the company's retention strategy ahead of iGB L!VE, emphasizing ethical engagement and responsible gaming principles.
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Un único límite para todas las cuentas: España redefine el control de depósitos en el juego online
Spain's Council of Ministers approved a royal decree establishing a single deposit limit applying across all player accounts in regulated online gambling.
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SARGF, Limpopo Gambling Board and Hollywood Foundation Educate Learners on Gambling Risks
The South African Responsible Gambling Foundation intensifies educational outreach in Limpopo province, partnering with regulators to promote responsible gambling awareness among learners.
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Spain approves cross-operator deposit limits by royal decree
Spanish regulators implement unified deposit caps across all licensed betting operators to enhance player protection.
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Ireland Flags Online Betting and Private Clubs as Money Laundering Risks
Ireland's national financial crime risk assessment identified online betting and private clubs as higher-risk areas despite most gambling forms being classified as low-threat.
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Dutch Gambling Tax Hike Yields Just €2m of €108m Goal in 2025
The Netherlands raised gambling tax rates to 37.8% by January 2026, targeting €108m in additional 2025 revenue, but collected just €2m, revealing a significant shortfall in tax policy effectiveness.
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Kenya’s licensing deadline arrives as court challenge clouds new regulator
Kenya's gambling operators face a 30 June licensing deadline while legal proceedings challenge the new regulator's leadership structure.
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New Zealand’s Largest Illegal Online Lottery Brought In $11 Million Before Authorities Shut It Down
New Zealand authorities dismantled the country's largest illegal online lottery operation, which generated approximately $11 million in revenue.
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Europe’s digital euro set for 12 month live testing before 2029 launch
The European Parliament has approved a legal framework for the ECB's digital euro CBDC, which will undergo real-world testing for one year ahead of a planned 2029 rollout.
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CGA issues Curaçao crypto gambling regulations with mid-2027 deadline
The regulator is giving licensed operators until mid-2027 to get their house in order on crypto compliance.
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Lotería de Corrientes: “¿Qué te apuesto que nunca hablaste con tus hijos de apuestas ilegales online?”
Lotería de Corrientes and provincial government launch awareness campaign addressing the rise of illegal online betting and its effects on minors.
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CFTC Takes Kentucky to Court Over Prediction Market Lawsuit
The CFTC has filed its own lawsuit against Kentucky after the state's attorney general sued prediction market operators Kalshi and Polymarket.
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DigiPlus introduces “Entertainment for Good” as part of refreshed corporate strategy
DigiPlus Interactive Corp. launches "Entertainment for Good" framework combining business expansion with social impact across its Philippine gaming portfolio.
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Payment Expert Podcast: The FCA on giving open banking a lasting framework
UK financial regulator outlines statutory powers and 2026 milestones for open banking evolution toward broader open finance ecosystem.
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Jdigital flags black market risk of Spain’s joint deposit limits
After Spain approved a new system of deposit limits, the trade body Jdigital warned of black market leakage and technical strain.
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Georgia eyes international gambling hub status with new licence regime
Georgia is considering legislation to establish a dedicated licensing framework for online gambling operators targeting international customers, positioning itself as a regional gaming hub.
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Dutch Tax Hike Misses Target
The Netherlands' gambling tax increase generated only €2m in additional revenue during 2025, falling significantly short of government expectations.
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South Africa Casinos Face a Deadline of 30th June, To Present Anti-Laundry Documents to the FIC.
South African casinos must submit anti-money laundering compliance documentation to the Financial Intelligence Centre by June 30 as part of the 2026 Risk and Compliance Return process.
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Brazilian organisations support federal government crackdown on illegal betting
The Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming (IBJR) and the National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL) expressed their support for the government's decision to combat illegal betting by suffocating payment institutions.
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Gambling Authority of Botswana Advances CSR at Africa Individual Chess Championship 2026
The Gambling Authority of Botswana promoted responsible gambling practices at the Africa Individual Chess Championship 2026 held in Jwaneng.
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Dutch gambling tax rise yields far less revenue than forecast, report finds
The Netherlands' gambling tax hike has raised questions about the limits of taxing a regulated market.
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Kalshi exits India after prediction markets ban
Kalshi has blocked Indian users from its platform following the country's move to ban prediction markets, adding India to its restricted jurisdictions list.
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