Bulgaria’s Council of Ministers has approved draft reforms aimed at significantly restricting gambling advertising across the country. Introduced by the ruling government following an October consultation period, the proposals seek to impose near-total bans on gaming marketing.
The European Commission is seeking to establish strict regulations regarding excessive spending and consumer engagement on digital platforms under the updated Digital Fairness Act. The new measures specifically target online practices and gamification mechanics that encourage prolonged play and financial expenditure.
Colombian lawmakers have initiated debates over a government proposal to impose a 19% value-added tax on online gambling. Legislative leaders are facing a 16 December deadline to review and approve the financial measure.
Brazil's Senate President Davi Alcolumbre has extended Provisional Measure No. 1,394, which bans betting, for an additional 60 days. The extension occurred despite the relevant joint congressional committee having not yet met to review the measure.
Brazil’s National Congress has officially extended the country's ban on online betting by an additional 60 days. Senate President Davi Alcolumbre signed Act No. 118/2026 to prolong the measure, with the decision published in the federal government’s official gazette on November 11. The extension prolongs operational suspension for operators seeking legal entry into the Brazilian digital gaming market.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has intensified its enforcement against illegal online gambling by joining international regulators for Illegal Gambling Awareness Week. As part of the initiative, the regulator highlighted its recent enforcement actions against unauthorized prediction-market platforms operating within the state.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) hosted its inaugural State of the Industry conference in London, convening operators, regulators, and policy experts. The event provided a platform to discuss changing regulatory frameworks, player protection standards, and the future outlook for the UK betting and gaming sector.
The UK Advertising Standards Authority has condemned a paid-for online display advertisement for Casumo's "Spinumo" promotion. The breach was detected using the regulator's newly implemented AI-driven Active Ad Monitoring System. In response, Casumo defended its operating standards, emphasizing its commitment to customer protection and regulatory compliance.
Chile's Chamber of Deputies has approved curbs on online betting tax collection, triggering a fresh legislative debate over the industry's tax oversight. The decision sets the stage for further friction regarding how online gambling revenue should be handled in the national budget.
Italy’s Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) has delayed the launch of its new online gambling certification system due to test failures and a low volume of applications. Having previously targeted a phased rollout by November, the regulator has now provisionally rescheduled the implementation date to 15 February 2027.
Ohio State Senator Bill DeMora has introduced legislation to bring sports prediction markets under state gambling regulations and ban election-related betting. The move follows a federal appeals court decision affirming Ohio's authority to enforce state gambling laws against these platforms. Among the proposed measures is Senate Bill 430, which seeks to classify sports-based prediction contracts under the state's gambling framework.
Brazil's National Association of Games and Lotteries has identified more than 800 Instagram influencers promoting illegal betting platforms via its Legitbet monitoring system. According to the trade association, 73% of the flagged profiles hold audiences between 10,000 and 100,000 followers.
ComeOn Group has increased the minimum age required to receive welcome bonuses to 20 across its ComeOn and Hajper brands in Sweden. The policy shift took effect on 10 November as part of a voluntary effort among Swedish operators to strengthen player protections for young adults.
Egypt is incorporating its online betting crackdown into an upcoming Digital Safety Law, which is expected to reach Parliament within six weeks. The proposed legislation expands the scope of enforcement by directly targeting betting brokers and promoters.
Lithuanian authorities have presented amendments to the Law on Gambling that would mandate a gambler identification card for both land-based and online verticals. Developed by the Ministry of Finance and the Gambling Supervisory Authority, the draft legislation also seeks to completely eliminate cash transactions in physical gaming venues.
The Uganda Gaming Operators Association has urged the government to reconsider a 15% withholding tax on player winnings, arguing that retail casinos cannot administer the deduction accurately. The trade body has proposed that land-based venues continue operating exclusively under the existing 30% gross gaming revenue tax framework.
Gibraltar is actively positioning itself as a central European jurisdiction for prediction markets, contrasting with neighboring markets that have blocked the vertical. During Europe's first prediction markets summit, the territory highlighted that two operators have already been authorized, with further approvals currently in development.
A Chilean Senate committee has backed an outright ban on online gambling, departing from previous plans to establish a formal regulatory framework. Lawmakers are currently evaluating legislative amendments that would replace licensing proposals with total prohibitions on internet betting.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has voiced support for a ban on online betting as Congress reviews Provisional Measure 1.394/2026. The executive measure, which aims to terminate the country's regulated online gambling market by suspending the Bet Law, is currently being treated as an urgent matter by lawmakers.
Texas State Representative Charlie Geren has filed proposed legislation that would authorize the development of up to ten commercial casinos across the state. If passed by lawmakers, the expansion of the state's gaming landscape would ultimately depend on approval from voters via a constitutional amendment.
Lithuania is advancing proposed legislation to introduce a mandatory gambler's card covering both land-based and online gambling operations. The draft measure would also ban cash payments at physical gambling venues across the country.
The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) has launched "Check Before You Play," a free online tool designed to help consumers verify whether gambling websites are licensed in their jurisdiction. The platform was introduced alongside the association's first Illegal Gambling Awareness Week as part of broader international efforts to combat illegal online gambling.
The newly launched Gambling Policy Commission is facing scrutiny and industry backlash over its lobbying motives following its debut this week. Industry stakeholders have questioned the group's objectives, cautioning that the UK government’s 2023 white paper reforms must be allowed sufficient time to bed in.
Romania faces an estimated 80% reduction in retail gambling venues amid an intensifying licensing deadlock among local authorities. The potential wipeout stems from Emergency Government Ordinance No. 7/2026, which decentralized gambling approvals by granting licensing powers to municipal bodies.
The Florida Gaming Control Commission has issued a warning to consumers regarding the risks of using unlicensed online gambling platforms, citing threats of financial loss and data misuse. Regulators reiterated that Hard Rock Bet remains the state's sole legal online sportsbook as part of an effort to steer bettors away from the black market.