Holland Casino CEO Petra de Ruiter discusses the negative public sentiment towards gambling in the Netherlands, alongside the challenges of tax increases and regulatory tightening. She highlights the sector's unified effort against Meta and the black market as a positive development for the industry's future.
A Brazilian Senate committee has approved significant restrictions on advertising and sponsorship for betting companies, raising concerns that these measures could inadvertently benefit illegal operators. These new limitations represent a major challenge for licensed companies operating within Brazil's recently regulated market.
Finland's state monopoly Veikkaus Group reported H1 growth as it prepares to pay approximately €1 billion over 10 years for an exclusive license. This move is ahead of Finland's market liberalization, with licensed gambling operations set to begin on July 1, 2027, transitioning from the current monopoly system.
Botswana's parliament has passed a new gambling bill, which includes significant reforms such as lowering the legal gambling age from 21 to 18. This legislative change is expected to reshape the country's gambling landscape and consumer access.
Poland's Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) has launched a probe into the product design and terms and conditions of Polish bookmakers regarding consumer fairness. Industry expert Dr. Justyna Grusza-Głębicka highlights that the absence of clear, sector-specific online platform standards in Poland could hinder this necessary assessment.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva reportedly held discussions at the Planalto Palace to assess the impact of the regulated gambling regime on family budgets, specifically excluding gambling industry stakeholders from the talks. This move suggests potential further friction between the government and the sector, raising concerns about future regulatory direction in the newly regulated market.
Jaime Vives Pinedo has been appointed as the new president of Coljuegos, Colombia’s gaming regulator. He takes over leadership of one of Latin America's key regulated markets amidst challenges from illegal operators and the complexities of digital oversight.
SBC will host its inaugural Global Prediction Markets Forum on October 1st in Lisbon, running alongside the SBC Summit 2026. This new event aims to address the complex regulatory and definitional questions surrounding prediction markets, which currently sit ambiguously between financial and betting products.
Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour anticipates new regulations clarifying the legal status of sports prediction markets within weeks, which could alleviate current legal challenges. Additionally, Kalshi expects to announce partnerships with one or two major sports leagues soon, aiming to strengthen its position and overcome legal uncertainties.
College football player Roy Alexander has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA, challenging the association's betting rules after receiving a six-game suspension for placing bets between 2023 and 2025. This legal action puts NCAA's sports betting policies under scrutiny, potentially impacting future regulations for college athletes.
Nederlandse Loterij is actively working to shut down the illegal online casino Skyhills following a successful court case against Lalabet, underscoring its commitment to combatting unlicensed operators in the Dutch market. The state lottery also voiced concerns that the government's proposed blanket advertising ban could inadvertently drive players towards the black market.
SBC News is launching a new Global Prediction Markets Forum to address the complex regulatory and operational questions surrounding prediction markets. The forum aims to bring together industry leaders to clarify whether these markets should be classified as financial or betting products, a key challenge for regulators worldwide.
Bally's Intralot reported record online gaming quarters in Spain and the UK, achieving €544.2m in revenue and €184.8m in AEBITDA in H1. This growth occurred despite a significant increase in the UK remote gaming duty from 21% to 40% starting April 2026, which is projected to impact Q2 by €34m.
Viage, the current holder of the Brussels casino license, has appealed the decision to award the license to Napoleon Games. The Belgian Council of State's Auditor General has recommended suspending the award, indicating a potential legal challenge to the licensing process.
Dutch online gambling trade body VNLOK has warned policymakers against a hasty advertising ban, emphasizing the risk of boosting the illegal gambling market. This caution comes ahead of a key parliamentary debate on potential reforms that could further restrict licensed operators in the Netherlands. The industry body urges consideration of the wider implications for consumer protection and market channeling.
A Dominican civic organization, Fundación Primero Justicia, has requested an investigation into alleged payments intended to influence the approval of the country's proposed gambling law. The organization warns that the legislation could legitimize thousands of unregulated lottery betting shops and has actively opposed the bill in Congress.
Online game developer GAMOMAT has secured a B2B licence from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA). This achievement is crucial for the company's strategy to expand its reach and accelerate growth within Europe's regulated iGaming markets.
The UK Gambling Commission has suspended the operating licences of two betting operators, Bet St George and BresBet, following a series of enforcement actions against other companies. Nic Brereton is involved in both businesses. This move signals continued regulatory scrutiny within the UK iGaming sector.
French authorities have updated their guidance for gambling operators regarding player fraud, refining the evidentiary standards required to evaluate such cases. This aims to provide clearer rules for operators and courts in addressing fraudulent activities within the iGaming sector.
Brazilian federal police have launched an investigation into alleged tax evasion by NSX Group, owner of Betnacional, a major betting operator. Six search and seizure warrants were executed across three states, signaling a significant enforcement action within the burgeoning Brazilian iGaming market.
The UK Gambling Commission (GC) has suspended the operating licenses of BresBet and Bet St George (BSG) six months after BSG entered the UK market. The suspensions follow a GC report highlighting operator-side failings as a major contributor to money laundering risks within the industry.
This article explores the implications of the UK election betting scandal, focusing on how insider information impacts betting markets and the methods bookmakers employ to detect suspicious betting patterns. It delves into the challenges and mechanisms for identifying and mitigating risks associated with individuals using non-public information to place wagers.
Sweden's Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) has urged regulator Spelinspektionen to reconsider certain regulatory proposals. While supporting modernization of responsible gambling and tech infrastructure, BOS is pushing for a careful review of some specific measures to ensure effective implementation.
SBC and the Gaming Regulators Africa Forum (GRAF) have established a strategic partnership to enhance regulatory dialogue and collaboration within Africa's growing gaming markets. This collaboration includes SBC's support for the GRAF 2026 Conference, aiming to foster knowledge exchange among regulators.
Superbet, Romania's largest gambling firm, is committing to protect its employees and repurpose venues affected by new municipal gambling bans in the country. The company will retain staff and adapt its physical locations instead of closing them down and making redundancies, in response to ongoing regulatory changes impacting land-based operations.