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Brazil's Top Court and Finance Ministry Unite to Tackle Illegal Gambling
Brazil's Supreme Federal Court president and finance minister met to coordinate actions against illegal betting, with the court set to resume trials in 2026 and the government reporting 56,000 blocked sites and 85 authorised operators.
Hong Kong Jockey Club Brings Sport-Focused Learning Exhibit to Book Fair
The Hong Kong Jockey Club is running a sport-themed interactive exhibition at the Hong Kong Book Fair from July 15, featuring activities around six sports to teach life skills and promote healthy development among youth, with complimentary tickets distributed through community groups.
Affigates marks first year with pledge to rebuild trust through end-to-end affiliate management
Affigates' CPO Vahe Vardanyan reflects on the company's first year, highlighting its end-to-end model of software, vetted affiliates, and managed services to address operators' resource gaps and rebuild trust through transparent payments and fraud detection, with AI supporting but not replacing human relationships.
Australian Regulator Targets 10 Illegal Gambling Sites in Latest Crackdown
ACMA has ordered ISPs to block 10 unlicensed gambling sites, including a clone of LightningBet, bringing total blocks to 1,774 since 2019. The regulator also warns consumers about risks of offshore sites and highlights recent enforcement actions.
Chile Adds 25 Betting Sites to VAT Registry as Tax Crackdown Commences
Chile has added 25 betting platforms to its digital VAT register, marking the start of tax enforcement on the sector.
Macau Operators Deepen Community Bus Push with New Rewards and Expanded Routes
MGM and SJM are expanding their participation in Macau's Tourism and Leisure Buses initiative with new stamp rewards, additional shuttle services, and merchant partnerships to drive foot traffic into local communities and support SMEs.
Underage betting checks find Swiss operators failing nearly half the time
Swiss sports betting regulators found that underage mystery shoppers placed bets in nearly half of 200 checks, with self-service terminals performing worst. The report's publication was delayed by a legal challenge from the operators.
Cambodian and Victorian Regulators Share Insights on Casino Oversight and Responsible Gambling
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission hosted Cambodia's Commercial Gambling Management Commission for a study visit focused on casino regulation, compliance, and responsible gambling, marking continued international regulatory cooperation.
Blueprint Gaming Debuts Wolf Fury Fire Blitz Slot with Dual Bonuses and Power Play
Blueprint Gaming has released Wolf Fury Fire Blitz, a slot featuring dual bonus rounds, an evolving Fire Blitz mechanic, and a multi-level Power Play that lets players choose higher stakes for increased win potential.
Sands China Launches Inaugural Responsible Gaming Youth Talent Programme with Cross-Sector Partners
Sands China launched its first Responsible Gaming Youth Talent Development Programme in partnership with the University of Macau and the Youth Volunteers Association of Macau, engaging 32 students in training and a study tour to Singapore. The initiative aims to cultivate future responsible gaming talent through cross-sector collaboration and international exposure.
Kenya’s Gambling Control Act Ushers in Structured Regulation and Tax Stability, Attracting International Attention
Kenya's Gambling Control Act, effective August 2025, replaces the 1966 framework with the Gambling Regulatory Authority, introduces stable tax rates (5% on withdrawals and deposits), requires 30% Kenyan ownership for licensees, and enforces strict advertising and online controls, drawing positive responses from local stakeholders and international firms like Super Group.
Mindway AI and Better Collective Shift Focus to Player Protection During World Cup
Mindway AI CEO Rasmus Kjaergaard and Better Collective’s Guy Harding discuss how the Gamalyze Sports gamified risk-assessment tool can proactively protect recreational bettors during the World Cup, moving beyond traditional questionnaires by embedding engaging player protection into the sports-betting experience.