New Italian Bill Seeks 2% Levy on Football Wagers Highlights Italy considers a 2% levy on domestic football bets as a new revenue source for the national game. The FIGC is required to compile a certified annual report outlining funds received and their allocation each year. A new proposal called for a 2% levy on …
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Record Gaming Revenue Marks New High for New Hampshire Highlights New Hampshire charitable gaming revenue amounts to $46.9 million in May 2026. With over 200 municipalities, the state offers operators plenty of scope for further growth. New Hampshire’s charitable gaming industry climbed to a record high in May 2026. The Lottery Commission reported $46.9 million …
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Polymarket Appeal Rejected by Dutch Gambling Regulator Highlights KSA reaffirms an illegal gambling penalty on Polymarket despite the appeal. Last month, nine European regulators introduced a unified enforcement initiative targeting unlicensed prediction market operators. The Dutch gambling authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has upheld its sanction against Polymarket after rejecting an appeal from its operator, Adventure One …
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Dutch Trade Body Targets Meta Over Gambling Ads Highlights Dutch trade group legally challenges Meta over rise in illegal gambling ads. KSA highlighted that the regulatory sector dropped to 49% in the first half of 2025. The Dutch trade association VNLOK has launched legal proceedings against Meta and lodged a formal complaint with the European …
Prediction Market Tax Push Gains Pace Across States Highlights Legislative push for new taxes across states on prediction market platforms. The revised measure follows an April court decision granting Kalshi a preliminary injunction against New Jersey regulators. Many states now look forward to predicting market taxes, with North Carolina and New Jersey advancing tax bills. …
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Court Sides With California Card Rooms on Blackjack Highlights California card rooms score a legal win over blackjack and player-dealer rules. Kyle Kirkland, California Gaming Association President, expressed relief over the decision. The gaming industry is experiencing a bull run in New Jersey, with figures suggesting $606.2m (in July), resulting in a staggering growth rate …
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Survey highlights gambling concerns across Ukraine Highlights Nationwide research underlines that most Ukrainians view gambling as a serious problem. The findings point to young people and military personnel as key at-risk groups. A landmark nationwide survey on the social impact of gambling was published on Thursday by Ukraine’s Ministry of Digital Transformation, revealing its initial …
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Brazil Busts Billion-Dollar Illegal Gambling Operation Highlights Brazilian authorities expose a multibillion-dollar illegal betting scheme. Operation Conto da Sorte delivered one of the most substantial blows to Brazil’s illegal betting market. The enforcement action called Operation Conto da Sorte was launched on Thursday by the Federal Revenue Service in coordination with state Public Prosecutors’ offices …
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Warsh Considers Prediction Markets for Fed Research Highlights Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh promises to modernise the Fed with new data sources. Researchers said the growing selection of contracts is also generating new datasets that were previously unavailable. It seems to be a new beginning for the US Federal Reserve, the world’s most-watched central bank, …
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Report: Dutch Gambling Tax Rise Misses Revenue Target Highlights The Netherlands gambling tax hike generates less revenue than expected. The report had no concrete evidence that the initial tax rise had a measurable impact on charitable donations. The Netherlands gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), with the help of the Ministry of Finance, released a report revealing …
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Austria Considers Pause For Grey-Market Operators Highlights Austria explores cooling-off rules for grey-market operators. As a result, the three-month EU notification period will take place during the summer, enabling the law to come into effect in the autumn. The new Austrian iGaming law is entering its final stage of negotiation. Following this week, the representatives …
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Brazil Plans Tax Hikes And Tighter Betting Controls Highlights Brazil’s finance minister pushes for tougher betting laws and taxation. Minister Dario Durigan has urged the government to be “very tough” on the regulation of betting companies. Brazil’s Finance Minister Dario Durigan last week said the growth of betting companies bothered him and called for stronger …
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Court Supports Denial Of Retail Bingo Terminal Licence Highlights The Swedish Court upholds the regulatory body’s decision on the license. The operator warns the ruling could threaten bingo’s existence in Sweden. The Administrative Court of Appeal (Kammarrätten) in Sweden supports the denial of a retail bingo terminal licence. On Tuesday, the regulator’s decision was upheld, …
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European Regulators Launch Joint Prediction Market Crackdown Highlights Nine European gambling regulators unite against prediction markets Malta’s Island economic minister said the country was “actively exploring the emerging field of prediction markets. On Wednesday, regulators from Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, and Switzerland announced a joint initiative targeting unlicensed prediction market …
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CFTC Acts to Curb Disputed Prediction Market Products Highlights CFTC plans to restrict event-based contracts that the platform can offer. Industry stakeholders will resist blanket bans, but there is mounting pressure to establish concrete regulations. Subsequently, the earnings from iGaming for the month of July stand at $247.3m, marking a 26.6% annual growth rate. Both …
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Trade Group Flags Impact Of Italy Regulatory Stalemate Highlights The industry trade body EGP-FIPE has condemned local restrictions and called them ineffective in minimizing problem gambling. Even with these limitations, the state still managed to collect €364 million ($424 million) in licensing revenue, The gaming industry is experiencing a bull run in New Jersey, with …
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Entain Seeks Trade Marks Curbs for Unlicensed Firms Highlights Entain urges the UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) to review its trademark registration process. The issues highlighted in the proposal pertain to the intrinsic properties of the mark itself. The letter drafted by Entain’s Group General Counsel and Chief Customer Care Officer, Simon Zinger, addressed to …
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California Agrees to $43M Gambling Fee Resolution Highlights The regulator has approved a $43.3M settlement over excessive gambling fees. However, this case reflects the legal complications that the sector faces in California. California’s card room industry has long been under legal scrutiny. But recently, regulators agreed to a $43.3 million settlement, possibly signaling a change …
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NGB Cautions Fans Over Illegal Betting Before World Cup Highlights The NGB regulator has warned South Africans about illegal betting ahead of the World Cup. NGB has been added to the list of other regulatory boards issuing warnings ahead of the World Cup. South Africa’s National Gambling Board (NGB) has urged the public to be …
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NSW Increases GambleAware Support by $1.3 Million Highlights The New South Wales Government plans to raise annual funding for GambleAware by AU$1.3 million. The UK branch of GambleAware has proposed that the government introduce similar reforms. A new funding boost for GambleAware was announced in New South Wales to improve gambling support services in the …
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Hanoi Police Target Agency Linked To Illegal Gambling Highlights Hanoi Authorities launch probe over support for illegal gambling. Police officials have imposed travel restrictions on an additional 15 individuals. Hanoi police have filed a criminal case against SEO media agency Super Thi Seo Media Services Co Ltd for its active involvement in facilitating unlicensed gambling …
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Prediction Markets Win Trump Support, CFTC Praise Highlights President Donald Trump openly advocates for prediction markets on social media. His recent comments contrast with the remarks he made in April. American President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed the prediction market on social media under the CFTC watch. Trump stated, “It is critically important that the …
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Finnish Licensing Framework Faces Industry Scrutiny Highlights Operators question Finnish licensing rules ahead of the deadline. Panellists have acknowledged that the National Police Board is doing well as a regulator. The regulated gambling market in Finland is set to open from 1 July 2027, and the licensing window for operators ends in August this year. …
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KSA Flags Youth Betting Risks Before World Cup Begins Highlights The KSA has organised a public awareness campaign focused on young adults ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Jumio’s Research Centre analysis shows that 63% of consumers globally expressed concerns about minors’ access to sports betting apps. The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has kicked off …
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Millions of Dutch Users Exposed to Illegal Gambling Ads Highlights The new findings suggest a significant presence of illegal gambling ads to Dutch users. The report further unveils that unregulated providers are targeting younger demographics. In a recent research analysis, it was found that Meta would have earned millions of euros from illegal ads if …
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GCI Highlights Massive Rise In Illegal Gambling Market Highlights GCI reports the global illegal gambling market will hit $ 5.9 trillion in 2025. A new term, “White Noise Marketplace,” suggests that users cannot distinguish between regulated and unregulated products. A study by regtech supplier Gaming Compliance International (GCI) claims that the global value of unregulated …
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ACCJ: Illegal Gambling Surge Hits Chile Casino Revenue Highlights The trade body association has called for strict regulations and enforcement against illegal gambling. Only in a few places, and in other authorized gambling casinos, where betting activity is legal. The latest reports from Asociación Chilena de Casinos y Juegos (ACCJ) trade body point to stringent …
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Dutch Official Pushes Gambling Age Increase Amid Debt Fears Highlights The CDA councillor in the Netherlands proposes to raise the legal age for online slots from 18 to 24. Politician Sümer is encouraging other municipal representatives and political parties to pressure lawmakers for reform. Netherlands local politician Meryam Sümer, representing Enschede, proposes that the legal …
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