Tabcorp CEO Gillon McLachlan has praised Australia's newly approved gambling advertising reforms as "sensible," stating the company is well-positioned to manage their impact. This statement followed the publication of Tabcorp's FY26 financial report, which declared $2.6 billion in revenue.
Bulgaria has fully implemented its affiliate licensing framework, requiring all relevant companies to comply and obtain a license. Affiliates must complete a declaration form from the Gambling Office of the NRA, detailing their online platforms and services. This move formalizes the affiliate marketing sector within the Bulgarian iGaming market.
Betting operator Midnite is making its first international expansion, targeting the Canadian market. The company has hired former FanDuel Canada Senior Commercial Director, Dale Tang, to lead this strategic move as it seeks to replicate its UK success overseas.
Polish bookmakers, including major players like STS and Fortuna, are undergoing social responsibility assessments by the Office of Competition and Consumer Protections (UOKiK). This government-announced initiative will evaluate compliance among several licensed operators in the market. While described as routine, these assessments highlight ongoing regulatory scrutiny of social responsibility practices in Poland.
Vlad-Cristian Soare has been abruptly dismissed as President of Romania's gambling regulator, ONJN, just over a year after his appointment. His departure follows a period of political scrutiny and internal issues within the organization. A new PM-appointed president is expected to take his place.
Technology provider Digitain has expanded its UK footprint by partnering with new operator Silkbet, providing its sportsbook and iGaming solutions. This collaboration enables Silkbet, which secured its licenses in May, to launch its challenger brand in the competitive UK market.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) warns that the UK black market could capture £1 billion in Premier League bets by the 2027/28 season. The BGC attributes this potential rise to the impact of increasingly stringent regulatory measures. This highlights ongoing concerns about unlicensed operators attracting customers due to current gambling policies.
888AFRICA, a joint venture between evoke and Christopher Coyne, has partnered with predictive intelligence firm Axom Gaming to enhance its marketing capabilities in the competitive African betting market. Axom will deploy its decisioning layer, integrating its technology to improve CRM and marketing efforts for 888AFRICA. This move signifies a strategic investment in customer engagement in a growing region.
Evolution's board of directors has swiftly recommended shareholders reject Candle Lake's mandatory offer to take the company private. The bid, valued at SEK131.7bn (£10.21bn) or SEK695 per-share, was made by Kenneth Dart's investment vehicle. Evolution's leadership advises against the offer, indicating a desire to remain a publicly traded entity.
Slovakia's Gambling Regulatory Authority (URHH) has launched its 'Safer Digital Future' mandate, forming a research partnership to develop strategies for protecting Generation Z and Alpha from gambling-related harms. This initiative focuses on evidence-based approaches to prevent disorders among young people.
The new football season presents a crucial period for sportsbooks, prompting a re-evaluation of strategies based on insights from the recent World Cup. Key areas of focus include adapting to changing betting behaviors, enhancing personalization, strengthening in-play offerings, and ensuring operational resilience to meet heightened customer expectations.
A third-division football match in Finland between HIFK and Atlantis has raised match-fixing suspicions due to unusual betting patterns and an 8-goal outcome. This incident comes as Finland is in the process of reforming its gambling system, potentially adding to regulatory concerns.
Better Collective, a leading iGaming affiliate, reported H1 results showing a 7% increase in group income to €175m and a 17% rise in EBITDA to €52.1m, driven by strong North American performance. The company remains confident in achieving its full-year 2026 guidance, despite facing new challenges in the market.
Australia's Labor government has secured parliamentary approval for a significant and wide-ranging gambling reform bill, following a deal with the Liberal National Coalition opposition. The Interactive Gambling Amendment (Gambling Reform) Bill 2026 represents one of the most comprehensive packages of gambling reforms in decades for the country.
Albania is re-regulating its online sports betting market after a seven-year prohibition, with Prime Minister Edi Rama acknowledging that the ban failed to curb demand, pushing activity offshore. The new regime aims to bring sports betting back into the national economy, focusing on taxation and licensed operations. This marks a significant policy shift from outright prohibition to a regulated framework.
This article analyzes how Premier League customer acquisition is evolving beyond traditional bonus offers, driven by rising costs and a stricter regulatory environment. Operators are focusing on sustainable strategies across paid media, affiliates, sponsorship, and CRM to capture betting interest. The piece suggests a shift towards value and loyalty over aggressive, short-term promotions.
This opinion piece argues that the Premier League's voluntary ban on front-of-shirt gambling sponsorships is largely ineffective. While supported by public opinion, the ban doesn't restrict other forms of gambling advertising, potentially leading to increased inventory for alternative betting brands and failing to address the core issue of problem gambling.
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), is analyzing results from three national studies on gambling patterns among youth aged 16-24. This research aims to inform future strategies for protecting minors and young adults from gambling harm. The findings will be crucial for developing upcoming regulatory policies in the Netherlands.
A legal expert suggests that discussions around a potential unified EU iGaming tax, despite its complexities, could spark a long-overdue debate on harmonizing EU policymaking for the online gambling industry. This initiative could mark a significant step towards greater regulatory alignment across member states. While not an immediate imposition, the ongoing discourse signals a shift in the EU's approach to iGaming regulation.
QuinnBet has agreed to pay a £609,104 settlement to the UK Gambling Commission for social responsibility and anti-money laundering deficiencies. The regulator stated it expects other operators to learn from this enforcement action regarding compliance with due diligence requirements.
Legal expert Claire Pinson-Bessonnet suggests that while an EU-wide iGaming tax faces significant hurdles, the discussion itself could initiate a crucial debate on harmonising online gambling regulation across the European Union. This process could bring the long-overlooked iGaming industry into sharper focus for EU policymakers, potentially leading to more unified regulatory frameworks.
Australia's Labor government has secured a deal with the opposition to advance long-awaited regulatory reforms concerning gambling advertising rules. Concurrently, Entain and its subsidiaries, Ladbrokes AUS and Neds, are facing an expanding class action lawsuit.
George Daskalakis, CEO and Co-Founder of Kaizen Gaming (owner of Betano), is reportedly in talks to acquire a significant stake in EFL Championship club Bristol City. This potential investment marks a notable move by a major iGaming industry leader into sports club ownership. Kaizen Gaming is a prominent operator with a $10 billion valuation.
Billionaire investor Kenneth Dart, via his firm Candle Lake, has acquired a 5.8% stake in DraftKings, signaling a significant investment in one of the leading publicly-listed gambling companies. This move follows Dart's previous investments in other major gambling firms, indicating his confidence in the industry's future growth.
Romania's gambling authority, ONJN, has reportedly made significant progress in modernising its internal control mechanisms, according to the country's Court of Auditors. This comes after a 2025 audit revealed a scandal involving over €900m in missing taxes from ONJN's records, prompting a restructuring of its management and processes.