Regulation
287 articles tagged "Regulation".
Spain's gambling regulator publishes 2025 activity report with regional rule comparison
Spain's DGOJ has released its 2025 Gambling Activity Report featuring an annex that compares regional gambling rules, along with market data showing online GGR reached €1.7bn in 2025.
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.
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.
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.
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.
H2 Gambling Capital: UK Tax Hikes Could Drive Illegal Betting Surge
A new H2 Gambling Capital analysis forecasts that UK tax increases will push illegal online gambling turnover to £36bn by 2031, with the black market's share rising to 22%, prompting the BGC to warn of severe economic consequences.
Brazil’s land-based casino prospects: Five experts assess political and electoral obstacles
Industry leaders see Brazil’s land-based casino legalisation as a matter of timing more than merit, with political headwinds from the 2026 election and a potential Supreme Court ruling that could reshape the debate. The online market’s strong performance provides a regulatory precedent, but final approval may have to wait until 2027.
Playtech Launches in Alberta’s Newly Regulated iGaming Market
Playtech has entered Alberta's regulated iGaming market on launch day, supplying operator partners with popular casino and live dealer content while supporting the province's player-protection framework.
Rank Group forecasts FY26 profit at least £76m, beating consensus despite regulatory provision
Rank Group expects FY2026 underlying operating profit of at least £76 million, exceeding consensus by around 11%, despite a £5 million provision for a UK Gambling Commission settlement. Growth was driven by all divisions, particularly digital and gaming machines, with the company managing a sharp increase in Remote Gaming Duty through cost controls.
Kalshi Files to Expand Flight Delay Contracts to All US Airports
Kalshi has asked the CFTC to let it offer flight-delay and cancellation contracts for all US airports, using data from FlightAware and the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, while also facing a separate regulatory standoff in Michigan.