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South Korean Casino Stocks Tumble on Government’s Fee Hike

South Korean Casino Stocks Tumble on Government’s Fee Hike

South Korean casino stocks have significantly declined after the government announced a mandatory increase in operators' contributions to the state tourism fund. Companies like Paradise and Lotte Tour Development experienced sharp drops in their share prices following this news, indicating investor concern over the financial impact. This regulatory change directly affects the profitability and market valuation of casino businesses in the region.

Casino BeatsJul 20, 2026

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Gambling Commission tightens UK gaming machine rules

The UK Gambling Commission is introducing a new licence condition, LCCP 18.1.1, effective July 29, 2026, requiring land-based operators to remove any gaming machines deemed non-compliant by the Commission. This move aims to strengthen regulatory oversight and ensure compliance within the UK's gambling machine sector.

SBC NewsJul 20, 2026

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Chinese World Cup Online Streaming Platforms a Front for $296M Gambling Network

Chinese World Cup Online Streaming Platforms a Front for $296M Gambling Network

Chinese authorities have dismantled a significant cross-border sports gambling network that operated under the guise of World Cup online streaming platforms. The network attracted millions of viewers and generated approximately $296 million, highlighting the ongoing challenge of illegal gambling operations.

Casino BeatsJul 20, 2026

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GRAI confirms prediction markets stirring trouble in Ireland

Ireland's Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRAI) is considering legal action against an unnamed prediction markets platform, as confirmed by CEO Anne Marie Caulfield. This move highlights GRAI's concern over the legality and regulation of prediction markets in Ireland.

SBC NewsJul 20, 2026

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UK affordability check clash looming on the horizon

A significant clash is anticipated in the UK regarding the implementation of financial risk assessments (affordability checks) within the gambling industry. This ongoing debate, involving the Gambling Commission, horse racing, betting operators, campaign groups, and MPs, is a central component of the 2023 Gambling Act review and has been a contentious issue for over five years.

SBC NewsJul 20, 2026

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H2 report finds offshore online market growth linked to tax hike

H2 report finds offshore online market growth linked to tax hike

A report by H2 Gambling Capital indicates that the onshore operators' market share in the UK is projected to decrease by 5% between 2019 and 2025. This decline is linked to increased taxation, suggesting a shift towards offshore gambling markets.

iGaming BusinessJul 20, 2026

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ANJ orders ISPs to block Polymarket over illegal gambling concerns

ANJ orders ISPs to block Polymarket over illegal gambling concerns

France's L'Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) has instructed internet service providers to block access to Polymarket, a blockchain-based prediction market, citing illegal gambling concerns. This action follows a broader European effort to regulate prediction markets, positioning Polymarket's offerings as unlicensed betting. The ANJ views Polymarket's operations as violating French gambling laws, leading to direct enforcement measures against the platform.

iGaming BusinessJul 20, 2026

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Paraíba Court of Appeals upholds Pixbet's suspension throughout Brazil

Paraíba Court of Appeals upholds Pixbet's suspension throughout Brazil

A Brazilian court has upheld the nationwide suspension of betting operator Pixbet by the Paraíba Court of Appeals. The suspension will remain in place until Pixbet can prove it has implemented effective age verification mechanisms, including facial recognition technology.

iGaming BusinessJul 20, 2026

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Another Macolin Convention? Council of Europe plans post-World Cup betting and predictions moves

Following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Council of Europe is planning to introduce new measures to regulate betting on international sports. This initiative aims to strengthen controls on sports betting, potentially akin to a 'Macolin Convention 2.0'.

SBC NewsJul 20, 2026

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Gamecheck launches weekly exposé series into 5,000 fake online casinos in Brazil

Gamecheck is launching a ten-part weekly exposé series to highlight 5,000 fake online casinos in Brazil, following their discovery of a significant concentration of fraudulent sites in the region. The series will reveal 50 fake sites each week, aiming to identify rogue operators behind these platforms offering counterfeit games.

G3 NewswireJul 20, 2026

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Italy tax man expects €800m gambling income boost

Italy's tax authority, Agenzia delle Entrate (ADE), anticipates an €800 million boost in gambling tax revenue for 2026, building on the €6.66 billion generated in 2025 from non-lottery licenses. This positive outlook for gambling taxes has received a favorable opinion for the upcoming state budget.

SBC NewsJul 20, 2026

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Peru as the gambling paradox in Latin America

This article discusses the paradox of Peru simultaneously experiencing over-regulation and market over-saturation in its gambling industry, while contrasting it with the situation in Brazil. The author suggests these dual challenges are unique to Peru in the Latin American iGaming landscape.

SBC NewsJul 20, 2026

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France's National Gaming Authority blocks Polymarket, having ruled that it offers illegal gambling

France's National Gaming Authority (ANJ) has ordered internet service providers to block prediction market site Polymarket. The ANJ ruled that Polymarket's services constitute an unauthorized gambling offering in France.

G3 NewswireJul 19, 2026

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Casino City's Friday Five: WSOP Main Event and Alberta launch edition

This edition of 'Friday Five' highlights the recent launch of iGaming in Alberta, Canada, providing information for players regarding the new market. Additionally, it notes that the final table for the World Series of Poker Main Event has been officially set, drawing attention to a major poker event.

CasinoCity TimesJul 17, 2026

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Lib Dem peer takes aim at gambling sponsorship but gov’t holds out

Lord Foster of Bath, a Liberal Democrat peer, is pushing for legislative changes in the UK to restrict gambling marketing in sports and address unlicensed sports data collection. This move aligns with his party's ongoing efforts to reform gambling advertising laws.

SBC NewsJul 17, 2026

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New Zealand opens EOI process for iGaming licences as liberalisation process gathers steam

New Zealand opens EOI process for iGaming licences as liberalisation process gathers steam

New Zealand has initiated the first phase of its iGaming liberalization by opening Expressions of Interest for operators. This process will be followed by an auction in September and a final application deadline in October, marking a significant step towards a regulated online gambling market in the country.

iGaming BusinessJul 17, 2026

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Greek gambling up 6.7 per cent with casinos bringing in €268.6m

Greece's gambling market saw a 6.74% increase in Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) in 2025, reaching €3.073 billion. The land-based sector contributed 61.2% of this total, with casinos generating €268.6 million.

G3 NewswireJul 17, 2026

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Evolution UK operations won't change following Gambling Commission settlement

Evolution UK operations won't change following Gambling Commission settlement

Evolution's CEO, Martin Carlesund, stated that the company will not alter its UK operations strategy despite reaching a recent regulatory settlement with the UK Gambling Commission. This indicates the settlement's impact is not expected to necessitate significant operational changes for the major supplier.

iGaming BusinessJul 17, 2026

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EGBA welcomes Super on its Board of Directors

Super Technologies, operator of SuperBet, has joined the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) Board of Directors, a natural progression after becoming a member in October 2024. This move further strengthens EGBA's European representation.

SBC NewsJul 17, 2026

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Rank forced to make job cuts due to increase in Remote Gaming Duty

Rank Group is implementing job cuts to mitigate increased costs resulting from the UK Chancellor's decision to raise the Remote Gaming Duty (RGD) rate. This move by the operator of Grosvenor Casino and Mecca Bingo highlights the direct financial impact of regulatory tax hikes on iGaming businesses.

G3 NewswireJul 17, 2026

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ANJ fines unnamed operator €500,000 for not identifying high-risk players

ANJ fines unnamed operator €500,000 for not identifying high-risk players

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.

iGaming BusinessJul 17, 2026

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South Korea's casino industry to be hit with added tourism fund payment of up to US$35m a year

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.

G3 NewswireJul 16, 2026

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Macao Casino Tax Revenues Rise By 13% Despite Share Price Slowdown

Macao Casino Tax Revenues Rise By 13% Despite Share Price Slowdown

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.

Casino BeatsJul 16, 2026

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Young People in UK Gambling Less Than Previous Generations, Survey Shows

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).

Casino BeatsJul 16, 2026

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Brazil's top court to fast‑track key betting cases after talks with finance minister

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.

G3 NewswireJul 16, 2026

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