Kambi has renewed its multi-year agreement with BetWarrior to continue providing its sportsbook technology across key Latin American markets. This partnership, which began in 2019, further solidifies Kambi's expansion strategy in the region.
Dutch gambling trade body VNLOK is preparing a formal complaint to the European Commission against Meta, alleging its failure to prevent illegal gambling advertisements on its platforms. This action, supported by major operators like bet365 and Unibet, highlights increasing pressure on tech giants to regulate advertising content within the iGaming industry.
Six months after Estonia lowered its remote gambling tax, the impact of the reduction on the industry remains unclear. The Estonian Parliament amended the gambling act in December to introduce a multi-year remote gambling tax, the effects of which are still being evaluated.
Entain is campaigning against illegal betting operators, highlighting consumer confusion between legal and illegal gambling sites in the UK. The company is particularly concerned about social media's role in promoting unlicensed platforms and has alerted relevant authorities.
Brazilian authorities have launched "Operation Conto da Sorte," a coordinated investigation across three states (Pernambuco, São Paulo, and Ceará) targeting an illegal gambling ring. This operation involves the Federal Revenue Service, Public Prosecutor Offices, and local police, highlighting a significant crackdown on illicit gambling activities in Brazil.
Pascal Chevremont, the newly appointed President of France's National Gambling Authority (ANJ), has indicated a strong stance on further tightening regulations on online bookmakers. His nomination by the French Prime Minister signals a continued focus on addressing perceived contradictions within the sector.
A new report from the Irish government has categorized most of the gambling sector in Ireland as low risk for financial crime, with the exceptions of online bookmakers and members' clubs. This assessment comes as the newly formed Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) is increasing its oversight of the market.
Entain is reportedly considering selling its stake in Entain CEE to its joint venture partner, EMMA Capital. This potential divestment could significantly impact Entain's strategic presence in Central and Eastern Europe.
Gibraltar's Ministry of Justice, Trade and Industry is actively seeking a new Gambling Commissioner and Executive Director to oversee and strategically manage the territory's gambling regulations. The role, based in Europort, requires a minimum of five years of senior executive, regulatory, or strategic experience.
Nine European countries, including Spain, France, and Germany, have formed an alliance to monitor and prevent prediction market activity during the FIFA World Cup. This collective agreement aims to facilitate knowledge and information exchange among these nations regarding how prediction market platforms operate within their borders.
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) will allocate its additional £26 million budget towards key priorities, including combating illegal gambling. This funding, received in the UK's Autumn Budget, aims to strengthen the regulator's ability to manage the gambling landscape.
Betfred has announced a temporary halt to its operations in Ireland, citing significant regulatory changes in the market. This move coincides with the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) assuming responsibility for online gambling licensing next month.
UK Gambling Minister Baroness Twycross has prioritized a crackdown on illegal gambling advertising to protect the regulated market. This initiative aligns with broader European efforts to combat unauthorized gambling activities.
The article highlights the increasing difficulty licensed iGaming affiliates face in competing with black-market operators for search engine visibility. iGaming.com CEO Andreas Ditsche discusses the challenges of SEO against unregulated entities and suggests that legal affiliates must build more trust to differentiate themselves.
A New Jersey court denied Evolution's request to add Playtech as a defendant in its defamation lawsuit against law firm Calcagni & Kanefsky LLP. This ruling represents a setback for Evolution in its ongoing legal dispute in the US.
The UK's Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has refuted claims suggesting its members are linked to black market gambling activities. This comes as illegal gambling remains a significant concern in the UK, prompting government action and a task force to combat the issue.
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has fined predictions market platform Polymarket €420,000 for operating illegally in the Netherlands. This action follows a prior warning in February that Polymarket would face weekly fines if it continued its activities without a license.
Tim Miller of the UK Gambling Commission criticized major social media platforms for their 'nonsensical' handling of black market gambling advertisements. He highlighted the pervasive issue of illicit gambling ads across platforms like X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, urging a more proactive approach to protect consumers and licensed operators.
Tim Miller from the UKGC criticizes major social media platforms like X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for their failure to regulate illicit gambling advertisements from black market operators. He highlights the glaring inconsistency in how these platforms treat licensed gambling operators versus unregulated ones, allowing illegal entities to freely promote their services.
Entain, a major UK gambling operator, has raised concerns about unregulated gambling platforms targeting underage users on social media with World Cup promotions. The company published research highlighting the extensive promotional activity by these unlicensed operators.
The iGaming industry faces a significant threat from ad fraud, particularly highlighted ahead of events like the 2026 World Cup. This issue leads to substantial financial leakage due to misattributed acquisitions and fraudulent traffic, often going unnoticed by many stakeholders. Addressing ad fraud is crucial for industry health and profitability.
Sweden's channelisation rate, indicating the proportion of gambling activity within the regulated market, has fallen to 84% in 2025. This 1% year-on-year drop is attributed to the allure of the black market, citing better incentives and skin betting. This trend presents an ongoing challenge for the Swedish regulatory environment.
Former BetVictor CEO Michael Carlton has launched a new online casino and sportsbook, 21.com, with the ambitious goal of becoming one of the top three global operators. The venture aims to achieve this through top talent, high-quality products, superior customer experience, and advanced technology.
Poland has criminalized the streaming and promotion of illegal gambling content, targeting influencers and content creators in an effort to protect youth. The newly approved "End of Patostreaming Bill" passed by the Sejm represents a significant regulatory change aimed at curbing harmful online activity.
France's Fédération Addiction is advocating for a ban on athletes and sports personalities promoting gambling as part of 15 proposed measures to regulate the sports betting sector. This initiative aims to address concerns about problematic gambling within the country.