Regulation
203 articles tagged "Regulation".
France's ANJ orders ISP block on Polymarket after two-year gambling probe
France's gambling regulator ANJ has ordered internet service providers to block the prediction market platform Polymarket, concluding a two-year investigation that found it offered unlicensed gambling. The regulator cited risks such as addiction, market integrity, and weak KYC, while a European joint initiative targets similar platforms.
Brazilian Appeals Judge Upholds Nationwide Suspension of Pixbet Over Age Verification Failures
A Brazilian appeals judge has upheld the nationwide suspension of betting operator Pixbet, finding it failed to implement adequate age-verification technology including facial recognition, and rejecting arguments that the lower court lacked jurisdiction. The platform remains blocked until it proves it can effectively prevent minors from accessing its services.
Yggdrasil Strengthens Balkan Presence with Operator Deals and Product Expansion
Yggdrasil is expanding across the Balkans with new operator partnerships in Croatia, Serbia, and Romania, focusing on high-performing games like Valley of the Gods and Barbarossa DoubleMax, while its regional manager minimises the black market threat and calls for stronger regulator-industry cooperation.
PlayCity Reports 6,000+ Illegal Gambling Sites for Blocking in 2026
PlayCity has submitted more than 6,000 illegal gambling sites for blocking so far in 2026, underlining its ongoing compliance and anti-illegal gambling actions.
Gamstop CMO Calls for Unified Industry Front Against Black-Market Gambling
Gamstop CMO Katie Reynolds-Jones urges social media platforms to intensify action against non-Gamstop casino ads and calls for unified stakeholder alignment to combat the black market, emphasising that consumer protection must remain the core of regulation.
Albania finalises regulatory framework for online sports betting licences
Albania has completed all necessary bylaws to allow online sports betting licensing, capping licences at 10 with strict financial and experience requirements, but has not yet set a date for applications.
Sri Lanka delays first gambling regulations to 2026 as expert review continues
Sri Lanka's Gambling Regulatory Authority has missed its June 30 deadline for publishing initial gambling regulations, now expecting draft rules later in 2026 as an expert committee reviews the framework. Lawmakers expressed frustration over delays and urged the authority to consult with industry operators to avoid further setbacks.
Italian Tax Agency Raises 2026 Gambling Revenue Forecast by €807 Million
Italy's tax authority has raised its 2026 gambling revenue forecast by €807 million, driven by new online licences and marginal tax hikes, though recent receipts have dipped. Regulatory reforms, including a unified land-based framework and a replacement for the advertising ban, are due by end of August.
France Orders ISPs to Block Polymarket as French Regulator Cites Illegal Gambling and Market Manipulation Fears
France's gambling regulator has ordered ISPs to block Polymarket, citing illegal gambling and market manipulation risks, as a separate legal action against a prediction market operator begins in Ireland. The ANJ reported over 205,000 unique French visitors to the platform in June, and the company faces a criminal investigation into tampered weather sensors.
European Rights Body Hits FIFA on Integrity, Urges Overhaul Before 2030 World Cup
Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset slammed FIFA over political interference in the Balogun ban and a $150 million prediction market sponsorship, urging an integrity framework for the 2030 World Cup, as the 2026 tournament set a record $50 billion betting handle.
Kaizen Gaming’s sponsorship blueprint: trust, adaptation, and the ‘no FOMO’ ethos
Kaizen Gaming's CCO Julio Iglesias Hernando explains the company's sponsorship approach, emphasizing long-term trust, adaptation to regulatory changes, and a 'no FOMO' principle, as seen in their FIFA partnerships and a unique Tottenham Hotspur deal.
Peru's Gambling Market Faces Oversaturation Despite Low Barriers and Taxes
Peru's regulated iGaming market is attracting close to 100 operators due to flexible licensing and low taxes, but oversaturation and low player value per user create profitability challenges for both local and international firms.