Entain has reversed its previous stance on job cuts, announcing approximately 500 redundancies, representing 2% of its global workforce. This decision follows earlier warnings about new tax increases impacting the company.
Evolution's proposed acquisition of Galaxy Gaming faces potential termination after two years of regulatory delays, as both parties now have the option to end the agreement. This announcement coincided with Evolution reporting a slight year-on-year revenue dip for its second quarter to €517.8m.
France's ANJ has fined an unnamed online betting operator €500,000 for failing to identify and intervene with habitual excessive gamblers, as required by its responsible gambling obligations. The operator contested the decision, citing the absence of a statutory definition for 'pathological gambling' in French law.
Betsson AB has released its interim report for January-June 2026, detailing the company's financial performance and operational highlights over the first half of the year. These reports provide crucial insights into revenue, profit, market growth, and strategic developments for a major iGaming operator.
Playtech has expanded its presence in Canada by entering Alberta's regulated online gaming market. This move allows operators in Alberta to offer Playtech's popular casino and live dealer games, which have a proven track record in North American markets.
South Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism plans to increase the contribution to the Tourism Promotion and Development Fund from foreigner-only casinos by five percent, raising it from 10% to 15% of revenue. This change could cost the casino industry an additional US$35 million annually, impacting their profitability.
Macau's casino tax revenues increased by 13% for the first half of the year, reaching 59.542588 billion patacas ($7.4 billion). This rise occurred despite a slowdown in gross gaming revenues and a slump in share prices, with the majority of the revenue attributed to casino taxes.
A UK Gambling Commission survey indicates that overall gambling participation in Great Britain has remained stable, but young people aged 18-24 are gambling less than previous generations. This data comes from the latest Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB).
Brazil's Supreme Federal Court and Finance Minister are fast-tracking key cases related to fixed-odds betting, focusing on illegal operations, tax evasion, and money laundering. This initiative aims to strengthen regulatory oversight and ensure the integrity of the betting market in Brazil.
Light & Wonder's Howard Glaser suggests targeting payment platforms to combat prediction markets, advocating a shift in strategy during ongoing legal disputes. He believes restricting access to payment services could be an effective way to hinder prediction market operations.
The latest Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB) indicated a slight dip in overall gambling participation in 2025, with 59% of adults gambling in the past 12 months. The survey also revealed a problem gambling rate of 2.4% for the year.
Playtech has launched in Connecticut, securing an Online Gaming Service Provider license from the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection. This marks their entry into the sixth regulated iGaming state in the US, following their previous expansion into Delaware.
The UK Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has expanded its ban on gambling sponsorships to include non-sports deals made by unlicensed operators. This move aims to further protect consumers, though white-label agreements are anticipated to be exempt from this extended prohibition.
A report from Austria's Anton Proksch Institute indicates that approximately 300,000 adults in Austria experience problem gambling, with major sporting events such as the World Cup potentially worsening the issue. This news was highlighted by Oliver Scheibenbogen, Head of Academy, Research and Digitalisation at the Institute.
CIRSA has acquired a majority stake in Slots del Sol, a prominent online casino operator in Paraguay, signifying CIRSA's strategic entry into the South American market. This acquisition expands CIRSA's international presence by integrating Slots del Sol's online platform, two land-based casinos, and two gaming halls.
Peter & Sons has expanded its North American presence by launching its full game portfolio in Alberta, Canada. This move introduces popular titles like Barbarossa: Dragon Empire and The Soapranos to players in the province, signifying a step forward in the studio's regulated market strategy.
Greece experienced a modest revenue increase in its gambling sector in 2023, largely fueled by continued growth in online gambling. Despite this, land-based gambling maintained its dominance in the market.
Gaming Corps has successfully launched its content with bet365 in Alberta, coinciding with the province's newly regulated market opening. This marks Gaming Corps as one of the initial studios certified for the Alberta market and also sees an expansion of their partnership with bet365 in Spain and Ontario.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has criticized the UK Chancellor's decision to increase Remote Gaming Duty (RGD) to 40% starting April, arguing it will boost the illegal gambling market. Independent analysis by H2 Gambling projects offshore online gambling turnover to double to £36 billion by 2031, fueling concerns about player protection and tax leakage.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) supports the DCMS consultation on banning sponsorships and advertising by illegal gambling operators. However, the BGC, echoing Entain, urges immediate action from the government to protect consumers from these illicit activities.
African markets are facing significant challenges in enforcing taxes on gambling winnings, with some jurisdictions rolling back these policies. This article explores the evolving landscape of winners' taxes across the continent.
IGT announced its decision to exit the Electronic Table Games (ETG) business in 2027 to concentrate on core business priorities. This strategic move signifies a streamlining of IGT's product offerings and a re-evaluation of its market focus.
Georgia plans to unveil its iGaming export regime in August, aiming to position itself as a trusted international licensing center. Despite its proven technical viability for iGaming, the nation faces the challenge of establishing regulatory trust with global businesses and investors.
Kenya has introduced the landmark Gambling Control Act in July, bringing much-needed regulatory clarity to its previously uncertain gambling market. This new legislation is expected to create a more stable environment for stakeholders and attract international operators.
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has lodged a formal complaint with the Bank of Lithuania against payment provider Walletto. EGBA alleges that Walletto is processing payments for illegal online gambling operators, highlighting concerns about financial integrity and regulatory compliance in the iGaming sector.