Brazil's regulated betting market continued to expand during the first half of 2026, supported by stronger tax revenues, enhanced regulatory oversight and a broader effort to reduce the influence of illegal betting. Industry representatives believe that improved enforcement, national advertising standards and greater cooperation between public authorities are helping strengthen the country's newly regulated gambling environment....
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Gambling Authorities
July 24, 2026
UK Gambling Commission confirms regulatory fines will go to treasury
The Gambling Commission has confirmed a significant change to the way regulatory settlement payments will be handled in the United Kingdom. Under the revised policy, all future payments made through...
Marketing & Sponsorships
July 24, 2026
Google expands gambling ads across 37 markets with stricter advertiser rules
Google has announced significant updates to its policies governing gambling ads, introducing broader access to its programmatic advertising network while strengthening certification requirements for advertisers using Google Ads. The changes...
Events & Conferences
July 24, 2026
Meet the Nominees: SBC Awards 2026 Shortlist Revealed
SBC has officially announced the shortlisted nominees for the 13th edition of the SBC Awards, set to take place at Lisbon's MEO Arena on Thursday, 1 October, bringing down the...
Gambling Law & Taxation
July 24, 2026
Polymarket to challenge French ban in court after regulator blocks access
Polymarket plans to challenge France's decision to block access to its platform after the country's gambling regulator instructed internet service providers to restrict access. The legal dispute highlights the growing...
Compliance & AML
July 24, 2026
Gambling ads show strong compliance with UK ASA age rules
The UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has reported strong compliance among licensed gambling operators with advertising rules designed to protect young audiences. According to the regulator's latest monitoring report, only...
Data & AI
July 24, 2026
DATA.BET report examines betting activity during FIFA World Cup 2026
DATA.BET has released a detailed analysis of betting activity recorded throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026, providing valuable insights into betting behaviour, market performance and customer engagement during one of...
Partnerships & Expansion
July 24, 2026
1X2 Network expands across Alberta iGaming market with seven operators
1X2 Network has strengthened its position in the Canadian iGaming market by launching its portfolio of online casino games in Alberta through partnerships with seven operators. The expansion represents another...
Events & Conferences
July 24, 2026
Meet Malta Media at SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon
Michael Schmitt, Rosi Bremec and the Malta Media Team will attend SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon from 29 September to 1 October, joining more than 40,000 professionals from across the...
Investigations
July 24, 2026
Lotto BW used the World Cup to promote online slots
While Germany’s gambling regulator warned about the risks surrounding World Cup betting, a company owned entirely by the state of Baden-Württemberg was running its own football-themed online slot competition. Lotto...
Partnerships & Expansion
July 23, 2026
BGaming strengthens regulated market presence through Bragg partnership
BGaming has entered into a new content distribution agreement with Bragg Gaming Group, marking another step in the supplier's international growth strategy. Through the partnership, a curated portfolio of BGaming...
Responsible Gambling
July 23, 2026
Svenska Spel defends safer gambling commitment amid revenue growth debate
Sweden's state-owned gambling operator Svenska Spel has defended its commitment to safer gambling after facing public criticism over whether its recent commercial success is being prioritised ahead of player protection....
Taxation
July 23, 2026
Bulgaria rejects higher gambling tax, keeps current advertising rules
Bulgaria has decided not to proceed with opposition proposals that sought to increase the country's gambling tax and introduce stricter advertising restrictions for gambling operators. The decision follows parliamentary discussions...
Events & Conferences
July 23, 2026
SBC Summit Introduces CPD-Accredited Learning in Lisbon Event
Professionals attending SBC Summit and Affiliate Leaders Summit this September will be able to turn three days of industry learning into recognised Continuing Professional Development (CPD), following the official accreditation...
Slots & Games
July 23, 2026
Rumble Kong CASHINGO debuts from Games Global and Alchemy Gaming
Games Global has expanded its online casino portfolio with the release of Rumble Kong CASHINGO, a new video slot developed in collaboration with its exclusive studio partner Alchemy Gaming. The...
Platforms & Software
July 23, 2026
Gamanza renews multi‑year deal with Pasino.ch to power Swiss iCasino
Swiss iGaming technology provider Gamanza Group has strengthened its relationship with Pasino.ch after signing a new multi-year agreement to continue supporting the operator's regulated online casino business in Switzerland. The...
Slots & Games
July 23, 2026
Play’n GO expands Reactoonz franchise with new Reactoonz Blitzways release
Play’n GO has expanded one of its longest-running slot franchises with the release of Reactoonz Blitzways, introducing a fresh gameplay format while retaining the distinctive characters and visual identity that...
Partnerships & Expansion
July 23, 2026
Peter & Sons strengthens UK growth through Hollywoodbets UK partnership
Barcelona-based iGaming content studio Peter & Sons has continued its international expansion after entering a new content partnership with Hollywoodbets UK. The agreement will see the studio's portfolio of online...
Investigations
July 23, 2026
Evolution fined £4.75m as illegal operators remain anonymous
The UK Gambling Commission has finally published its settlement with Evolution after genuine Evolution games were found on six unlicensed websites operated by two companies. The Commission says these websites...
Software & Slots
July 23, 2026
ICONIC21 expands its slot portfolio with the launch of Wild Gold Mine 2
The online gaming market continues to place strong emphasis on recognisable game franchises that encourage player engagement through familiar themes and evolving gameplay. Building on that trend, iGaming content provider...
Product Launches
July 23, 2026
Incentive Games launches five real‑money titles in Alberta with Bet365
Incentive Games has strengthened its position in the regulated North American iGaming market after expanding into Alberta through its long-standing partnership with Bet365. The launch marks another important commercial milestone...
Platforms & Software
July 23, 2026
Comm100 expands iGaming with Optimove and RealTime Gaming integrations
Comm100 has strengthened its commitment to the iGaming industry by introducing new integrations with Optimove and RealTime Gaming (RTG), giving online gambling operators broader access to player information directly within...
Partnerships & Expansion
July 23, 2026
Alea Expands Casino Offering Through Partnership with AvatarUX
Alea has announced a new partnership with award-winning game studio AvatarUX, adding the provider's portfolio of slot titles to its aggregation platform. The agreement expands Alea's casino offering with one...
Events & Conferences
July 23, 2026
SBC Summit 2026 Conference Brings Michael Jordan to Lisbon
SBC Summit 2026 will bring more than 600 speakers to Lisbon for three days of discussion about the commercial, regulatory and technological forces changing the international gaming industry. Taking place...
Mergers & Acquisitions
July 22, 2026
Bragg Gaming Group completes Drayton International acquisition
Bragg Gaming Group has completed its previously announced acquisition of Drayton International in a transaction designed to strengthen the company's long-term position within regulated gaming markets across the United States....
Market Analysis
July 22, 2026
Kambi Group reports strong Q2 2026 growth and raises full-year outlook
Kambi Group delivered a solid financial performance during the second quarter of 2026 as the sportsbook technology provider reported higher revenue, stronger profitability and improved operational efficiency. The company also...
Gambling Authorities
July 22, 2026
MGA warns of fake iGaming sites impersonating licensed operators
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has issued a fresh warning to players after identifying several iGaming sites that it says are falsely presenting themselves as licensed or authorised operators. The...