The Premier League's voluntary ban on front-of-shirt betting sponsorships has drawn widespread criticism just three months into the 2026/27 season. Stakeholders across the industry and gambling reform advocates, including politician Iain Duncan Smith, have described the self-imposed restriction as a failure that has satisfied neither side of the debate.
The Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP) has initiated a recruitment drive to establish its new Inspection and Enforcement division following budget approval. The regulator plans to fill 40 positions within the unit to strengthen enforcement measures against illegal gambling across Greece. Eligible applicants for the specialized roles include permanent public sector employees.
UK Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey is reportedly preparing to raise the Machine Games Duty to a 25% cap in the upcoming Autumn Budget. If confirmed on 28 October, the 5% increase from the existing 20% rate will directly affect land-based betting and amusement operators across the country.
Spain's Directorate General of Gambling (DGOJ) has unveiled a comprehensive roadmap featuring a cross-operator joint deposit limits system and a dedicated Player Portal. The initiative is designed to bolster consumer protections and enhance transparency by allowing players to monitor and control their wagering activity across all licensed platforms.
The UK Gambling Commission has ordered operator L&L Europe to pay £900,000 following regulatory breaches that included a violation of the Consumer Rights Act 2015. The penalty stems from an unfair term across the operator's portfolio that restricted players to a single withdrawal at a time, resulting in payout delays.
Campeón Gaming has entered the Cypriot betting market for the first time through a new partnership with Nicosia-based B2C operator Bet on Alfa. The agreement marks the company's debut in the jurisdiction and aims to position it for further commercial expansion across the local market.
Raketech has agreed to settle its remaining earnout obligation for Casumba Media in full for €8.2m, down from an existing liability of €20.3m. The agreement secures a 60% discount for the Malta-based affiliate group, which has signed a sanction letter with its bank to support the transaction.
Argentine Senator Federico Fagioli has tabled a draft bill dubbed the "Lula Law" to ban online gambling in the Province of Buenos Aires. The proposed measure aims to repeal Law No. 15,079/2018, which previously established the legal framework for the province's regulated iGaming market.
Flutter Entertainment is cutting up to 1,400 jobs across its UK and Ireland operations, citing growing tax pressures on its regional business. The planned redundancies will impact staff across key operational hubs, including offices in Leeds and Dublin.
Swedish operator Hippos ATG has secured a licence to enter Finland's newly regulated market when it launches on 1 July 2027. A joint venture between AB Trav och Galopp and Suomen Hippos ry, the company will offer sports betting, horse racing, and its broader product portfolio to Finnish consumers.
French gambling regulator l'Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) has published research warning that video games featuring hybrid gambling elements act as gateways to real-money betting. The study found that 39% of respondents engaged with hybrid gaming products, prompting concerns over gamification mechanics driving problem gambling patterns among adolescents.
Matchbook has strengthened its position in the UK and Ireland exchange betting sector following its acquisition of Betdaq. According to Matchbook CEO Ronan McDonagh, the transaction provides the combined entity with a major competitive advantage in the peer-to-peer wagering space.
Vlad-Cristian Soare, former President of Romania's ONJN, stated that problem gamblers should not become collateral during leadership transitions within the regulatory body. He offered insights into his departure and the interests potentially affected during his 16-month tenure.
Catena Media has withdrawn its target of double-digit organic growth for group revenue and adjusted EBITDA after reporting a "weak" Q3. Preliminary results showed a 29% year-on-year drop in revenue to €8.3m.
Austria is approaching a critical EU deadline of November 5, 2026, for the approval of its proposed new gaming orders. This date marks the expiration of the standstill period under the European Commission’s Technical Regulation Information System (TRIS) for its gambling law overhaul.
Kambi Group plc has secured a multi-year partnership with UK and Ireland-focused bookmaker QuinnBet. QuinnBet will migrate to Kambi’s Turnkey Sportsbook, gaining access to its technology, trading expertise, and network intelligence.
The UK's National Audit Office (NAO) has initiated an inspection of the fourth National Lottery licence. This review will assess the Gambling Commission's oversight to ensure it maximizes returns to Good Causes. The 10-year licence, managed by Allwyn UK, became effective in 2024.
SBC and Vergunde Nederlandse Online Kansspelaanbieders (VNLOK) have established a multi-year strategic partnership. This collaboration aims to enhance the participation of Dutch licensed operators and industry leadership at SBC Summit Europe in Amsterdam. The partnership seeks to strengthen dialogue on regulation, player protection, and the future of Europe's regulated gaming markets.
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) CEO, Grainne Hurst, criticized calls by 90 MPs to raise UK betting tax, labeling their views as "deeply misguided." This response came after news emerged from the Labour Party regarding a proposed Machine Games Duty (MGD) increase.
BetConstruct AI's VP of Latin America, Fabio Tiberia, discussed the potential impact of Brazil's online gambling ban, stating it will create industry scars. He offered insights on how companies should react to the fallout from President Lula's decision.
Entain leadership has expressed strong confidence in the operator's cash generation capabilities, emphasizing a focus on shareholder returns. This statement follows the release of Q3 results showing a 2% rise in net gaming revenue, primarily driven by online growth in the UK and Ireland.
A total of 90 Labour MPs are publicly demanding an increase in Machine Games Duty (MGD) in the upcoming UK Budget. These MPs, led by Alex Ballinger, have signed a letter urging Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey to implement the rise.
OpenBet is advancing its strategy to become a primary sportsbook platform for state lotteries. The company recently completed a platform migration for Switzerland's Loterie Romande, integrating its existing omnichannel sportsbook product.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup boosted France's regulated gambling market, preventing a slowdown in H1 GGR. Total market GGR (excluding casinos) reached €5.66bn for January-June, marking a modest 0.5% year-over-year growth, a significant deceleration from the 4.1% growth seen in the same period of 2025.
Cricket icon Kevin Pietersen's brand ambassador deal with Dafabet has raised questions about sports integrity. Pietersen, a former England batsman and current national team mentor, announced his global ambassador role for Dafabet on X.