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UK Operators Consider Legal Challenge as Gambling Commission Moves Forward with Affordability Checks
The UK Betting and Gaming Council is weighing a potential legal challenge against new Gambling Commission affordability checks, amid industry concern over their scope and intrusiveness.
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US Gaming Associations Warn Congress as Prediction Markets Face Regulatory Scrutiny
Senior leaders from the American Gaming Association and Indian Gaming Association have alerted the US Congress to potential risks from expanding prediction markets, urging careful regulation amid proposed financial reforms. Their intervention highlights a growing policy debate at the intersection of gambling and financial market oversight.
UK Launches £22.1 Million Gambling Harm Research Centre to Strengthen Responsible Gambling
The UK has unveiled a £22.1 million independent research centre dedicated to studying and tackling gambling harms, aiming to enhance responsible gambling policy and inform regulation. This initiative, led by a university consortium, injects new momentum into evidence-based gambling oversight in the UK.
Global Unregulated Online Gambling Market Hits $5.9 Trillion in 2025, GCI Report Reveals
A new GCI report finds unregulated online gambling generated $5.9 trillion in global wagers in 2025, surpassing all national GDPs except the US and China. The figure highlights the continued dominance and risks of grey and black market gambling operations worldwide.
France ANJ Launches Pioneering Algorithm to Detect Problem Gambling
France’s gambling regulator ANJ has launched a first-in-Europe algorithm to systematically identify at-risk and problem gamblers among regulated operators’ customers, marking a significant escalation in responsible gambling demands for operators in the French market.
Hard Rock Digital Secures Ontario iGaming Licence, Expanding Canadian Presence
Hard Rock Digital has obtained an Ontario iGaming operator licence from the AGCO, strengthening its Canadian market ambitions as the province’s regulated sector reaches 44 licensed operators and 76 active gaming websites.
UK Gambling Market Faces Major Shift with 40% Remote Gaming Duty and 10x Wagering Caps
The UK online casino sector is undergoing fundamental change following the introduction of a 40% Remote Gaming Duty and strict 10x wagering limits. This regulatory overhaul is reshaping operator strategy and player experience, signaling a new era of compliance and market adaptation in UK gambling regulation.
Colorado Sports Betting Reform Bill Passes, Introducing Stricter Deposit and Advertising Rules
Colorado lawmakers have approved Senate Bill 131, enacting deposit limits and advertising restrictions for online sports betting. The reforms aim to promote responsible gambling across the state's regulated market, signaling a significant regulatory shift for operators and consumers in Colorado.
60% of French Online Gambling Revenue Attributed to High-Risk Players, Says ANJ
The French gambling regulator ANJ reports that an estimated 60% of online gambling revenue in France originates from high-risk players, raising concerns about industry reliance on vulnerability and prompting scrutiny of responsible gambling efforts and regulatory frameworks.
Alberta iGaming Launch: IBIA Partnership Sets Integrity Benchmark for Canadian Market
Alberta is set to launch its regulated igaming market on July 13, licensing the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) to monitor for suspicious activity. With 28 operators registered or in process, the move underscores Alberta’s push for market integrity and follows trends in Canadian gambling regulation.
Superbet Leads as First Betting App in Brazil’s Apple App Store Following Regulatory Shift
Superbet has become Brazil’s first licensed betting platform to launch on the Apple App Store after the tech giant revised its policies, signalling a pivotal shift for mobile gaming access in the country’s regulated market.
Brazil Considers Major Online Betting Crackdown Amid Problem Gambling Concerns
Brazil’s government is openly discussing sweeping new restrictions for online betting, with possible outcomes ranging from tighter regulation to a full suspension of operations. The move follows heightened public concern around problem gambling and would represent a turning point for Brazil’s rapidly growing online gambling market.
France ANJ Algorithm Finds 60% of Gambling Revenue From 'Risky' Players
France's gambling regulator ANJ has revealed that 60% of gross gaming revenue comes from players classified as risky by its new benchmark algorithm, underlining the scale of potential harm and prompting industry-wide debates over responsible gambling standards.
Netherlands Considers Complete Ban on Gambling Advertising Amid Player Protection Concerns
Dutch authorities are weighing a full prohibition on gambling advertising, citing ongoing player protection failures despite recent regulatory measures. The debate reflects mounting pressure for reform in the Netherlands as licensed operators adapt to tighter oversight amid responsible gambling concerns.
New Jersey Considers Ban on Sportsbook Promotions for Bettors Using Responsible Gaming Tools
New Jersey lawmakers are considering legislation that would prohibit sportsbooks from offering promotions to bettors who use responsible gaming tools, raising key ethical and regulatory questions in one of the US's largest sports betting markets.
Online Betting in Brazil Surges as One in Four Adults Place Bets, Raising Election Concerns
A new survey reveals that 25% of Brazilian adults engaged in online betting in the last month, sparking fresh debate over gambling debt and regulation ahead of the upcoming elections. The findings highlight growing pressure for stricter oversight of Brazil's rapidly expanding betting market.
UK Illegal Gambling Market Triples to £16.6 Billion, BGC Warns
New research shows the UK’s illegal gambling market has soared to £16.6 billion, over three times its 2019 size. The Betting and Gaming Council raises concerns over regulation and player safety as offshore activity surges.
Malta Gaming Authority Launches AI Gaming Charter Consultation Targeting Ethical Standards
The Malta Gaming Authority has started a targeted consultation on a proposed AI Gaming Charter to address ethical, responsible gambling, and regulatory implications of artificial intelligence in Malta’s gambling sector.
Romania Gambling Regulation Thrown Into Uncertainty After Government Collapse
Romania’s multi-year gambling regulatory overhaul faces uncertainty following the collapse of Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan’s government on May 5, 2026. The unexpected political shift raises fresh market risks for operators and threatens to upend planned industry reforms in the EU’s fast-growing gaming market.
Netherlands KSA Flags Thousands of Illegal Gambling Ads on Meta Platforms
The Dutch gambling regulator (KSA) has uncovered thousands of illegal gambling advertisements on Meta's platforms, raising urgent questions about online advertising compliance in the Netherlands.
UK Gambling Commission Establishes Head of Illegal Markets to Combat Black Market Surge
The UK Gambling Commission will create a Head of Illegal Markets role to spearhead investigations and enforcement against black market operators amid a surge in unlicensed gambling in the UK. This strategic move aims to protect consumers and reinforce the integrity of the regulated sector.
Ontario AGCO Fines Relax Gaming and Arrise Solutions for Unregulated Site Activity
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has levied CAD $40,000 fines on Relax Gaming and Arrise Solutions after their casino titles appeared on unregulated gambling sites. The penalties highlight Ontario's intensified action against illegal online gaming and signal future compliance pressures for iGaming suppliers in Canada.
Entain’s BetStop Breaches Highlight Compliance Risks Beyond Australia
An ACMA probe found Entain failed to block self-excluded players across its brands, exposing compliance gaps with Australia’s BetStop initiative and raising concerns about global regulatory standards for self-exclusion systems.
Google Updates Gambling Ad Policy for Alberta Ahead of iGaming Market Launch
Google has revised its gambling advertising policy to permit licensed online gambling operators in Alberta to run ads ahead of the province's upcoming regulated iGaming launch scheduled for July 13, marking a significant adjustment to online marketing standards in Canada.
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