Prediction markets are confronting a regulatory dispute within the US, as companies like Kalshi and Polymarket, alongside allies, plan to invest at least $3 million. This funding is designated for lobbying efforts and campaign contributions in 2026 to influence the outcome.
Georgia has officially moved its International iGaming Licence regime from a pilot phase to full rollout, with initial licensees preparing to go live. Random Systems Georgia (RSG), the regulator, confirmed this transition for a framework launched as a pilot in July 2026. This move aims to attract international gambling businesses to the country.
The Gaming in Spain Conference, held on October 15 at Auditorio ECIJA in Madrid, will feature Spain's gambling regulator and online gaming trade body. Discussions are expected to focus on regulatory reform, with licensed operators currently weighing new gambling restrictions. Registration for the 2026 edition is now open.
The Brazilian revenue service (Receita) has published a new balance sheet detailing requests for opting into the Simples Nacional tax regime and the regular IBS and CBS regimes. This data reflects the most current numbers and will be updated as new applications are processed.
The UK Gambling Commission is proceeding with a revised compliance framework for land-based gaming machines, based on a consultation paper that received over 1,000 responses. This framework will address areas such as Gaming Machine Technical Standards and the Gaming Machine Testing Strategy. The new regulations will specifically exclude existing Category B machines from these updated requirements.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has initiated a campaign titled 'Back Our Betting Shops'. The industry body argues that additional tax increases could jeopardize thousands of jobs and businesses in Britain's betting shop sector.
Brazilian betting associations, ANJL and IBJR, have renewed their request to Supreme Federal Court Justice Luiz Fux. They seek to suspend Provisional Measure 1.394/2026, which currently prohibits fixed-odds betting nationwide.
The GGL (Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder) has published extensive FAQs concerning gambling advertising in Germany. This publication addresses the permissibility and limitations of advertising for licensed gambling, coinciding with the National Action Day against Gambling Addiction on September 30, 2026.
Experts at SBC Summit have characterized the end of Austria's iGaming monopoly as a significant development for the market. However, industry professionals advise caution regarding the timeline for implementation and potential entry barriers for operators seeking licenses in the new multi-licence environment.
A SOFTSWISS report indicates that North America is a primary driver of growth in the iGaming sector. The region is projected to experience a 15% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR), significantly outpacing Europe's anticipated 6% annual Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) growth.
Assen Vassilev, Chairman of Bulgaria’s opposition party We Continue the Change (PP), has called for changes in the latest proposal to reform Bulgaria’s Gambling Act, warning that several “loopholes” could undermine its intended purpose of limiting gambling advertising. On 23 September, Prime Minister Rumen Radev and his cabinet published a draft proposal to reform Bulgaria’s […]
Alberta gambling treatment gets a CA$2.4 million boost as Brick House offers four weeks of care and eight weeks of aftercare across the province. The post Brick House Named First Recipient of Alberta iGaming Treatment Funds appeared first on CasinoBeats.
New Zealand has initiated an auction for 15 online casino licenses, with the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) releasing draft technology requirements. Licensed operators will be mandated to obtain independent game and platform certification within six months of licensing and annually thereafter.
Norway is proposing new online poker legislation aimed at combating unregulated activity within the market. The proposed regulations include daily loss caps for players and a restriction of a maximum of four simultaneous tables. These measures are intended to limit player loss of control and promote responsible gaming.
Interest in Finland's upcoming liberalized gambling market has surpassed official expectations, with a significant increase in license applications. The National Police Board received 75 applications by September 22, up from 50 in June, ahead of the market's planned launch in July 2027.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) launched a campaign called "Back Our Betting Shops" to oppose further tax increases and betting shop closures in Britain. The campaign highlights the potential impact on employees, families, and communities, profiling various individuals to emphasize betting shops' role as local community hubs.
Allwyn stated its 2026 Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance is at risk if Brazil's online sports betting and iGaming ban remains in place for the year. The company is assessing the impact of this measure on its 36.75% stake in Kaizen Gaming, operator of the Betano brand.
LuckyLand Slots and CoinFrenzy completed shutdowns in September, while The Win Zone announced a phased closure. Gambling Insider reports that VGW also reached an $8 million settlement in New York and Pennsylvania introduced legislation targeting online sweepstakes casinos.
New deadlines for micro and small businesses concerning Simples Nacional 2027 have been established. A resolution detailing these revised dates was officially published on Monday, September 28th.
President Lula's decree to prohibit regulated online gaming and betting operators in Brazil has led to a significant increase in illegal online gambling platforms. This decision has resulted in a near-100% jump in unlicensed operators infiltrating the South American country's market.
An analysis commissioned by the Campaign for Fairer Gambling puts the EU's black market at a number that exceeds other estimates. Everyone agrees enforcement is failing, but who should pay to fix it?
Flutter and Entain have revised their 2026 outlooks due to Brazil's provisional ban on online gambling. The measure, introduced by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, requires congressional approval within 120 days to become permanent. Both operators anticipate potential impacts on their full-year results following this regulatory change.
The Dutch gambling trade body VNLOK has initiated legal proceedings against Meta, alleging that the tech giant permits illegal gambling advertisements on its platform. This action follows VNLOK's earlier complaint to the European Commission regarding a surge of ads for illicit operators targeting Dutch consumers.
Brazil's Attorney General's Office says it needs time to defend the challenged acts and regulations before Minister Luiz Fux.
Brazil's betting industry, represented by the National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL), has filed a direct action of unconstitutionality before the Supreme Federal Court (STF). This challenge targets Provisional Measure No. 1,394, which bans the operation, offer, intermediation, and advertising of fixed-odds betting. The filing, ADI 8,027, occurred on September 28th.