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Brazil’s Regulated iGaming Market Shuts Down
On September 25, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed Provisional Measure No. 1,394/2026, banning fixed-odds betting nationwide. Operators had until October 4 to wind down their offerings in the country. With the deadline now over, the repercussions of this drastic move remain unclear, as many industry…
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Exclusivo: “Se queremos combater o mercado ilegal, precisamos acompanhar o dinheiro”, afirma Leonardo Baptista, CEO da Pay4Fun
Desde a assinatura da medida provisória que proíbe as apostas no Brasil, meios de pagamento buscam se adequar às novas determinações. Os apostadores puderam sacar voluntariamente os recursos mantidos nas […] O post Exclusivo: “Se queremos combater o mercado ilegal, precisamos acompanhar o dinheiro”, afirma Leonardo Ba…
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Predict 2026: CFTC, states battle over regulatory authority
As prediction markets rapidly expand, especially sports event contracts, one of the most important questions that needs to be answered is who should regulate them – the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) or state gaming regulators. “So, states versus the CFTC, I have been calling this a legislative mess on ou…
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SkyCity is ready to sell its casino in Adelaide
The operator will shortly commence a formal sale process, led by UBS, to seek proposals from these and other parties New Zealand-based operator SkyCity Entertainment is ready to listen to offers for its Adelaide casino in Australia and will open a formal sale process to sell the venue. In a filing, SkyCity said: “Sinc…
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Kyrgyzstan Lawmaker Moves to Extend Gambling Promotion Ban to Celebrities and Public Figures
A lawmaker in Kyrgyzstan wants to widen the net on who can be held responsible for promoting online casinos. In a meeting of the Committee on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship and Development of Competition today, Deputy Burul Amanova of the Jogorku Kenesh proposed extending liability beyond bloggers to include public…
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Konami’s G2E showing sees major launches like Bull Blitz Rampage and Dragon’s Law Super Fortune
Bull Blitz Rampage is the debut series for on Solstice, while Dragon’s Law Super Fortune launched on an oversized machine Konami Gaming dedicated its 2026 display at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) Las Vegas to major launches like Bull Blitz Rampage and Dragon’s Law Super Fortune, each on new machines shown for the first…
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G2E: State lotteries cope with question of how to stay relevant with younger generation
Despite America’s 250-year-plus history of government lotteries and the billions they’ve raised for the public good, the games struggle to remain relevant today, according to state lottery officials and gaming executives. Challenges include how to attract a new generation of players to games that lack a degree of “fla…
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G2E: Regulators work to establish and protect tribal interests
Richard Armstrong posed a question to the audience at “Leading Tribal Gaming Regulation: Building Strong Regulatory Teams, Careers, and Wellness” during the Global Gaming Expo last week at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. “How many of you were regulators 10 years ago?” A small group of hands. “Okay, more than 20 years …
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LIV Golf lands $300m BC Partners lifeline in bankruptcy
BC Partners will provide up to $300m to fund LIV Golf’s restructuring and 2027 relaunch, with players set to hold 52.5% equity under a court-led plan. LIV Golf secured up to $300m in financing from BC Partners to fund its restructuring and planned 2027 return, according to documents filed in its Chapter 11 bankruptcy …
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Dominican Republic enacts law regulating gambling and appoints Quico Tabar to head new DGJA
Institutional and commercial milestone Teófilo “Quico” Tabar Manzur.
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Supreme Court in Finland Backs Bettor’s Right to Deduct Losing Stakes From Taxes
A professional bettor in Finland has won the right to write off losing stakes against his taxes. The Supreme Administrative Court ruled on 1 October that he can deduct the stakes on bets that lost, not only the ones that paid out. Back in 2020, Antti Koivula placed 2,145 bets with operators outside the EEA. […] The po…
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Stake secures Alberta license as it prepares for Canadian expansion
Stake to bring entertainment-led sporting approach to Canada’s newest competitive regulated online gaming market Stake, the world’s largest online casino and sportsbook, is officially coming to Alberta after Stake Canada Ltd. secured a license from the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission (AGLC). The move br…
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Ghana’s NLA Pays GH¢10 Million Dividend to Consolidated Fund
The National Lottery Authority (NLA) of Ghana has officially transferred a dividend payment of GH¢10 million to the Ministry of Finance for deposit into the Consolidated Fund. Led by Board Chairman Mr. Frederick Amissah and Director-General Mr. Mohammed Abdul-Salam, the NLA executive delegation presented the GH¢10 mil…
Read summary →Finnish Court Backs Professional Bettor Antti Koivula in Landmark Tax Case
Five-Year Tax Dispute Ends in Koivula’s Favour The case concerned Koivula’s betting activity in 2020. During that year, he placed… The post Finnish Court Backs Professional Bettor Antti Koivula in Landmark Tax Case appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Informa agrees to buy ICE and iGB owner Clarion Events for $3B
Informa has agreed to buy ICE and iGB owner Clarion Events for about $3 billion, with completion expected in late 2026, subject to approvals. The post Informa agrees to buy ICE and iGB owner Clarion Events for $3B first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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SBC Summit: Crecimiento, presión tributaria y desafíos en Perú
Durante SBC Summit 2026, Gonzalo Pérez, CEO de Apuesta Total; Gonzalo Rosell, CEO de La Tinka, y el moderador Carlos Alberto Fonseca Sarmiento, CEO de Gaming Law, analizaron la evolución […]
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Fanatics plans up to $1 billion betting marketing push in 2027
Rubin targets U.S. market-share gains CEO Michael Rubin
Read summary →Finnish pro bettor wins right to deduct losses from taxable income
A legal dispute in Finland has been upheld in favour of a professional bettor, who sought to include his betting losses to his tax considerations. In 2020, Antti Koivula had put around €366,000 into bets and won approximately €407,000 back, leaving him with an actual profit of around €41,000. However, in the eyes of t…
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IAGR and NAGRA Call for Supreme Court Review of Sports Event Contracts
Joint amicus brief highlights implications for state gambling laws, consumer safeguards and sports integrity The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) and the North American Gaming Regulators Association (NAGRA) continue their efforts to support U.S. Supreme Court review in Flaherty v. KalshiEX, LLC. W…
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Rwanda after the gaming tax: demand fell again after H1
Rwanda was one of three African markets that lost demand in the first half of 2026, and by August demand was 76% lower than a year earlier after a July fall that H1 did not capture. Rwanda’s half-year print was −36.2%. These numbers look big, but monthly data through August 2026 shows that first-half number … The post…
Read summary →Ex-Betsson CTO to spearhead Allwyn’s digital transformation
The former Chief Technology Officer of Betsson Group has taken on the same role at Allwyn. The Swiss-based multinational lottery company has hired Fredrik Ögren in the c-level role, where he will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer of Allwyn Digital, Kresimir Spajic. Digitisation has become a top priority fo…
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Hungarian law stripping SZTFH of concession powers takes effect
The government wants to abolish the authority altogether, while the SZTFH insists it never had the power to… The post Hungarian law stripping SZTFH of concession powers takes effect appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Cardiff Illegal Poker Operators Handed Suspended Prison Sentences
Two men behind an illegal Cardiff poker business that took around £384,000 in third-party payments have received three-year suspended prison sentences after investigators uncovered an operation spanning physical poker nights and online games. Noor Rassam, 29, from Pentwyn, and Panayiotis Karayiannis, 30, from Pontpren…
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Snap election puts Spain’s gambling reform on hold
While the wider Gambling Act reform faces delays, measures that have already been approved will continue regardless of the election result The post Snap election puts Spain’s gambling reform on hold appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Offshore Brands Surge in Brazil After Ban
Brazil’s Betting Restrictions Reshape Demand And Affiliate Activity Offshore brands captured 9.9% of Brazil’s iGaming demand four days after the… The post Offshore Brands Surge in Brazil After Ban appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Where the CLARITY Act went wrong: ethics, in-fighting and Trump’s presence
The US crypto industry has been searching for regulatory clarity for the better part of four years, and even when Congress is on the cusp of delivering this, policymakers seem divided more than ever. The most recent Senate blocking of the CLARITY Act was perhaps the most damning yet, as it is likely the bill […]
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Flutter Entertainment appoints Edward Traynor as Interim Group Chief Legal Officer
Flutter Entertainment has announced the appointment of Edward Traynor, who will become the group’s interim chief legal officer following the retirement of Don Liu from the position. Liu submitted his retirement on September 28, 2026, and stepped down from the company on September 30. He was working as an interim group…
Read summary →Jesper Kärrbrink: “More regulated markets could open because of this”
Internet Vikings now hosts in 24 US states. Which market was the hardest to crack, and what’s next: Alberta, new… The post Jesper Kärrbrink: “More regulated markets could open because of this” appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Jesper Karrbrink on Sweden’s black market: “Money-wise, it’s back down to 50/50”
Internet Vikings now hosts in 24 US states. Which market was the hardest to crack, and what’s next: Alberta, new… The post Jesper Karrbrink on Sweden’s black market: “Money-wise, it’s back down to 50/50” appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Regulation by vibes: Gambling Commission’s youth gambling data raises questions
When does spending money become a feeling? When the UK Gambling Commission is asked to explain an awkward finding in its Young People and Gambling Survey, apparently.
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Paf unveils unique pilot project with Meta to fight unlicensed gambling
Nordic gambling firm Paf has revealed that it has agreed terms with Meta to launch a pilot project in a major development in the fight against unlicensed gambling. The Aland Islands-headquartered operator, which delivered record financial results in 2025, is not resting on its laurels as it lands a statement deal with…
Read summary →Brazil operators to start winding down local presence
Following Brazil President Lula da Silva’s provision to ban all legal gambling, previously licensed operators now must take all their websites and apps down starting today, 6 October. In addition, throughout tomorrow (7 October) and the day after (8 October), companies must also provide banks with all details about th…
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Two men sentenced over illegal poker operation in Cardiff
"Individuals lost significant sums of money through these games, with some becoming indebted to the organisers," said Detective Constable Charles Lan.
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Jeju Dream Tower union calls for AML checks across island’s casinos
Jeju Dream Tower’s union calls for joint AML checks across Jeju casinos over concerns about laundering proceeds from scams. The post Jeju Dream Tower union calls for AML checks across island’s casinos first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
Read summary →Jeju Dream Tower union seeks island-wide casino AML checks over scam concerns
Jeju Dream Tower’s union calls for joint AML checks across Jeju casinos over concerns about laundering proceeds from scams. The post Jeju Dream Tower union seeks island-wide casino AML checks over scam concerns first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
Read summary →“Easier said than done” – iGaming’s top execs talk 2020s tech leadership
Is everyone taking things in-house? Amid the cost cutting, market launches and exits, and never ending changing regulatory conditions of 2026, the old adage of “if you want a job doing, do it yourself” has taken on more significance for a lot of companies. This is especially true of those in betting and gaming. Increa…
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NWGB, DEDECT, and SARGF Raise Gambling-Harm Awareness Among Youth at Baphiring Agricultural Hub
The North West Gambling Board (NWGB), in collaboration with the Consumer Affairs Unit of the Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT) and the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF), engaged with the Baphiring Agricultural Hub in Ga-Phiri, within the Mabaalstad r…
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Playnetic goes live with Interwetten, bringing full suite of titles to operator’s regulated markets
Playnetic has launched with Interwetten, the established operator and one of Europe’s longest-running online betting and gaming brands. The partnership advances Playnetic’s expansion strategy, extending its portfolio of titles across Interwetten’s regulated operator network. The collaboration sees Playnetic deliver it…
Read summary →Polymarket Takes Its Brussels Pitch to a Hague Courtroom
Polymarket’s lawyers have spent months making the same case in Brussels and London. According to the Financial Times, they met… The post Polymarket Takes Its Brussels Pitch to a Hague Courtroom appeared first on iGaming Express.
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“Always More to Do”: UKGC Wants More Money and Effort from the National Lottery
Sarah Gardner, acting chief executive officer of the UK Gambling Commission, wants Allwyn UK to step up its game and do more to increase the sums that it generates for good causes. At the same time, the CEO wants the operator to maintain high standards for player protection. “Progress Has Been Made” Speaking at Allwyn…
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Argentina and Paraguay strengthen cooperation against illegal betting
Argentina’s Cámara Argentina de Salas de Casinos, Bingos y Anexos (CASCBA) took part in a technical training session aimed at strengthening regional cooperation against illegal online gambling. Organised by the Asociación de Loterías Estatales de Argentina (ALEA), the session brought together public and private sector…
Read summary →UK Gambling Tax Revenues Up 19% After RGD Hike
UK Gambling Tax Receipts Rise After Remote Gaming Duty Increase UK betting and gaming duty receipts reached €2.28bn between April… The post UK Gambling Tax Revenues Up 19% After RGD Hike appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Alberta Leans on Legal Gambling Market to Curb Offshore Sites
Alberta’s iGaming market aims to draw players from offshore gambling through choice, self-exclusion and treatment funding, but enforcement is untested. The post Alberta Leans on Legal Gambling Market to Curb Offshore Sites appeared first on CasinoBeats.
Read summary →Sweden Revokes Charm Entertainment Licence
Sweden Tightens Scrutiny Of Land-Based Gambling Licences Sweden’s gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen, has temporarily revoked Charm Entertainment AB’s land-based gambling licence.… The post Sweden Revokes Charm Entertainment Licence appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Foxcroft Signals Gambling Licensing Consultation
Aim To Permit Licensing Review UK Gambling Minister Vicky Foxcroft said a consultation on revoking the “aim to permit” licensing objective… The post Foxcroft Signals Gambling Licensing Consultation appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Lula Expects Congress To Uphold Ban
Congress Review And Illegal Gambling Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said he does not expect Brazil’s National Congress… The post Lula Expects Congress To Uphold Ban appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Y Ahora Algo Completamente Diferente: Los Seis Principales Destinos de Juegos del Mundo
Nos acaban de contactar nuestros amigos de Casino Streamers y han creado un fascinante análisis, basado en datos, de los seis destinos... Leer más... La entrada Y Ahora Algo Completamente Diferente: Los Seis Principales Destinos de Juegos del Mundo se publicó primero en iGaming Futuro.
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G2E: Subpar AML, know-your-customer procedures are on the rise
Melissa Gomez Nelson reminded attendees of Global Gaming Expo (G2E) that regulators fined casinos $34 million September alone. “That’s what regulators collected from casino ownership in response to investigations related to AML (anti-money laundering) and KYC (know-your-customer) concerns, said Nelson, a partner with …
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G2E: Tariff-free operations on tribal lands could be boon for Indian Country, lawyer says
America’s tariffs on foreign goods offer a golden chance for tribes to create long-lasting income streams and manufacturing jobs, according to a veteran tribal rights lawyer. Tribes’ legal status of being part of the United States as a whole but not of the state where their land is located gives them the capability to…
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Brazil Betting Operators Reach Final Deadline as They Await Fux Decision at Supreme Court
Betting companies in Brazil have come to the end of a month-long deadline set by the federal government to remove their websites and to cease advertising fixed-odds betting, waiting for a verdict from the Supreme Federal Court (STF) on the decision that will outlaw the practice. This deadline is valid until 11:59 PM, …
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Feasibility of US$1.9 billion resort transformation project among priorities of new Kangwon Land organizational committee
Recently appointed Kangwon Land CEO Kim Do-gyun has launched an “Organizational Diagnosis and Innovation Committee,” designed to undertake a comprehensive […]
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Wynn Al Marjan Island announces 98-berth superyacht attraction Wynn Marina
Wynn Resorts’ US$5.7 billion UAE integrated resort project, Wynn Al Marjan Island, has unveiled details of Wynn Marina – a […]
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ZGA Warns Underage Gambling Is Becoming a Serious Threat in Zambia
The Zambia Gaming Association (ZGA) is raising the alarm over underage gambling, saying online platforms are pulling more minors into betting. Secretary General Darius Sinkamba called for responsible gambling and warned that the damage from irresponsible play has reached devastating levels, including loss of life. Sin…
Read summary →Jaime Vives Pinedo Takes Over as President of Coljuegos
Coljuegos, the state-owned gambling regulator of Colombia, has appointed Jaime Vives Pinedo as its president. He was confirmed in office by Decree 1430 of 2026 and thus became responsible for the sector and its participation in public health care. Vives is a graduate of Universidad Santo Tomás, with a specialization i…
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Pennsylvania self-exclusions rise 18% as problem gambling concerns deepen
More than 30,000 now excluded
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Peru: Mincetur blocks 50 unauthorized betting platforms
Illegal gambling
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Jaime Vives Pinedo takes office as president of Coljuegos
Colombia's regulator
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Congress president extends betting ban amendment deadline in Brazil
Brazilian Congress president Davi Alcolumbre has extended the deadline for lawmakers to submit amendments to the provisional measure prohibiting fixed-odds betting, giving deputies and senators additional time to propose changes to the government’s recently introduced ban. The deadline for amendments to Provisional Me…
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Lula doubts Congress will overturn Brazil’s betting ban
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said he doubted Congress would overturn his government’s prohibition of fixed-odds betting, as Provisional Measure 1,394/2026 formally entered the legislative process. Speaking on the Flow Podcast on 1 October, Lula said: “I doubt Congress will have the courage to end it. …
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