Romania’s gambling regulator has secured a decisive legal outcome after a domestic court rejected an appeal by Polymarket, a prediction market platform that had challenged its classification as an unlicensed gambling operator. The decision confirms the authority of the National Office for Gambling, widely known as ONJN and reinforces its position that platforms offering contracts based on real world events fall within the scope of gambling regulation....
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Legal Analysis
April 3, 2026
UK Gambling Tax Increase: Impact and Market Risks
On 1 April 2026, the UK government made one of the most aggressive fiscal moves we have seen in a regulated gambling market. Remote Gaming Duty jumped from 21% to...
Compliance & AML
April 3, 2026
Brazil strengthens fight against match-fixing with new national policy
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Responsible Gambling
April 2, 2026
BGC confirms dates for Safer Gambling Week 2026 this November
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has confirmed that Safer Gambling Week 2026 will take place from 16 to 22 November, continuing its long-standing campaign to promote responsible play and...
People & Appointments
April 2, 2026
Veikkaus expands board ahead of Finland licensing market transition
Veikkaus has initiated a significant restructuring of its board of directors as part of its broader strategic preparation for Finland’s transition from a long-standing monopoly gambling system to a competitive...
Platforms & Software
April 2, 2026
Gamanza Engage to power CRM and gamification for five LATAM brands
Gamanza Engage has entered into a strategic partnership with Apuestas Royal, a Venezuela-headquartered sports betting and online casino operator with an established presence across Latin America. The collaboration is designed...
Licences
April 2, 2026
UK Gambling Commission restores Spribe licence after suspension
The UK Gambling Commission has formally lifted the suspension of the licence held by Spribe OÜ, allowing the company to resume offering gambling software services within Great Britain. The decision,...
Business & Finance
April 2, 2026
Betsson reports record revenue amid iGaming expansion in 2025
Betsson AB has reported its strongest financial performance to date, with record-breaking revenue in 2025 driven by sustained growth in regulated markets and continued expansion across Latin America. The company’s...
Slots & Games
April 2, 2026
Play’n GO launches Honey Rush Black and Yellow slot game
Play’n GO has introduced its latest digital slot release, Honey Rush Black and Yellow, marking a notable expansion of its established grid-based slot portfolio. The new title builds upon the...
Product Launches
April 2, 2026
Soft2Bet hosts Gleneagles networking retreat for iGaming leaders
Soft2Bet recently convened a select group of industry partners, collaborators and long-standing connections for a private two-day networking retreat at the prestigious Gleneagles Hotel. The carefully curated gathering combined golf...
Payments & Banking
April 2, 2026
Paysecure and Yaspa enhance AI driven payment intelligence
Paysecure, a global payment orchestration platform, has entered into a strategic partnership with Yaspa, a fintech company specializing in payments and identity solutions. The collaboration is positioned as a step...
Responsible Gambling
April 2, 2026
BetBlocker boosts gambling support in Slovakia via national helpline
A new collaborative initiative between BetBlocker and Linka pomoci pre problémy s hraním marks a significant step in strengthening responsible gambling support across Slovakia. The partnership aims to improve accessibility...
Product Launches
April 2, 2026
BiS SiGMA South America 2026 gathers top gaming regulators
BiS SiGMA South America 2026 is set to take place in Sao Paulo from 06-09 April, bringing together one of the most influential assemblies of regulators ever seen in the...
Responsible Gambling
April 2, 2026
KSA clarifies duty of care rules for Dutch online gambling operators
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the official gambling regulator in the Netherlands, has published two detailed studies alongside updated guidance aimed at strengthening how licensed online gambling operators meet their duty of...
Partnerships & Expansion
April 2, 2026
Playson expands UK reach with Bally’s Intralot multi-brand deal
Playson has taken a significant step forward in its United Kingdom growth strategy through a wide-ranging partnership with Bally’s Intralot. The agreement introduces Playson’s portfolio of digital casino titles across...
iGaming News, Taxation
April 2, 2026
Brazil betting market faces tax pressure amid regulatory reform
Brazil’s regulated fixed odds betting market has continued to demonstrate notable growth as it moves into its second year of formal operations. Following a successful launch phase in 2025, the...
Partnerships & Expansion
April 2, 2026
ICONIC21 signs strategic iGaming distribution deal with Lynon
ICONIC21, a recognised iGaming content provider, has entered into a strategic distribution agreement with Lynon, a casino game aggregator known for its broad portfolio and efficient integration capabilities. The agreement...
Licences
April 1, 2026
Gibraltar grants first prediction markets licence to boost revenue
Gibraltar has taken a significant step in the evolution of its regulatory and commercial landscape by granting its first licence for a prediction markets operator. The move signals a deliberate...
iGaming News, Taxation
April 1, 2026
UKGC Response to Remote Gaming Duty and Black Market Risks
The UK Gambling Commission has formally addressed growing industry concerns surrounding potential increases to Remote Gaming Duty, often referred to as RGD, while reinforcing the limits of its institutional role....
Business & Finance
April 1, 2026
Belgian gambling sector reports revenue drop in market turnaround
Belgium’s regulated gambling market experienced a notable contraction in 2024, marking the first annual decline since the global disruption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Newly released figures from the Belgian...
Regulation
April 1, 2026
European regulators form cross border gambling communication network
European gambling regulators have taken a further step toward coordinated oversight with the launch of a new communication-focused initiative that brings together authorities from multiple jurisdictions. The initiative reflects a...
Sports Betting
April 1, 2026
BETBY launches Betby Predictions fixed-odds markets for sportsbooks
BETBY has introduced a new product called Betby Predictions, a fixed-odds prediction markets solution designed to broaden the traditional sportsbook model. The launch represents a strategic move to extend betting...
Regulation
April 1, 2026
Spelinspektionen urges reforms to tackle illegal gambling in Sweden
The Swedish gambling regulator Spelinspektionen has presented a detailed report to the national government outlining new proposals aimed at limiting access to online gambling services operated without a Swedish licence....
Partnerships & Expansion
April 1, 2026
Big Daddy Gaming grows regulated reach with Alea integration
Big Daddy Gaming has entered into a strategic content distribution agreement with Alea, marking a significant step in the studio’s expansion across regulated European markets. The partnership enables the emerging...
Gambling Law & Taxation
April 1, 2026
Betting and Gaming Council warns black market growth after tax rise
The Betting and Gaming Council has issued a strong warning that the illegal gambling market in the United Kingdom is already expanding at a concerning pace and could accelerate further...
Sports Betting
April 1, 2026
Sporting Risk expands soccer analytics deal with Sportradar
Sporting Risk, a sports analytics company known for its predictive modeling capabilities, has confirmed the extension of its soccer distribution agreement with Sportradar Group AG. The renewed partnership reflects a...
Gambling Law & Taxation
April 1, 2026
KSA reinforces limits on licensed sports betting in Netherlands
The Kansspelautoriteit has issued a formal notice to licensed sports betting operators in the Netherlands, reminding them to strictly adhere to the scope of their licences. The regulatory intervention follows...