Scientific Games has been appointed as the official digital partner for the Lotteries Entertainment Innovation Alliance (LEIA), a collaborative initiative comprising five major European lottery operators: Danske Spil in Denmark, FDJ United in France, Norsk Tipping in Norway, Svenska Spel in Sweden and Veikkaus Oy in Finland. This partnership is designed to accelerate digital innovation across the lottery sector while ensuring compliance with responsible gaming standards and catering to the evolving expectations of modern players....
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Compliance & AML
January 21, 2026
KSA broadens oversight to curb illegal gambling in Netherlands
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has announced a major expansion of its enforcement agenda for 2026. The authority is shifting its focus from merely targeting unlicensed gambling operators to...
Compliance & AML
January 21, 2026
Portugal orders Polymarket exit over unauthorized political betting
Portugal’s gambling regulator has taken decisive regulatory action against the blockchain-based prediction market platform Polymarket following a surge in trading activity tied to the country’s presidential election. The Serviço de...
Sports Betting
January 21, 2026
Future of Racing initiative attracts over 100 UK startups
The British horseracing industry is witnessing significant momentum in its efforts to attract new fans and modernize how the sport engages with audiences of all ages. A collaborative initiative between...
Compliance & AML
January 21, 2026
Cyprus betting authority boosts compliance with undercover inspections
Cyprus’s gambling regulatory body has unveiled a significant escalation in its efforts to enforce compliance within the betting industry. The National Betting Authority (NBA) is implementing a comprehensive surveillance and...
Responsible Gambling
January 20, 2026
GambleAware reports success of anti stigma gambling campaign
GambleAware has released the results of its comprehensive three-year public health campaign focused on reducing stigma associated with gambling harm and encouraging individuals to seek help. The findings demonstrate substantial...
Partnerships & Expansion
January 20, 2026
DAZN partners with Polymarket to bring prediction markets to sports
DAZN Group, a global leader in digital sports streaming and entertainment, has formalized a strategic commercial partnership with Polymarket, a major operator in the prediction market sector. The collaboration is...
Regulation & Licensing
January 20, 2026
BGC signs cooperation deal to support Chile online gambling reform
The Betting and Gaming Council has entered into a formal Cooperation Agreement with Chile’s Agrupación de Plataformas de Apuesta en Línea, marking a significant step in the evolving debate over...
Business & Finance
January 20, 2026
Allwyn OPAP merger advances after cash exit waiver approval
Allwyn International and OPAP have taken a decisive step toward completing their long-planned business combination after the boards of both companies formally approved the waiver of the cash exit condition...
Regulation
January 20, 2026
UK court dismisses privacy claim by ex Entain executives against UKGC
A UK High Court has dismissed a civil privacy claim brought by former Entain executives Kenny Alexander and Lee Feldman against the Gambling Commission, marking a significant judicial endorsement of...
Slots & Games
January 20, 2026
Evoplay adds new Hot Rio Samba to its popular slot series
Evoplay has introduced Hot Rio Samba, the newest game in its acclaimed Hot Rio series. This release expands upon the themes and mechanics that have made the franchise popular with...
iGaming News, Laws, Taxation
January 20, 2026
Betting and Gaming Council warns tax rises may boost black market
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) chief executive Grainne Hurst has publicly welcomed a recent debate in the United Kingdom Parliament regarding the government’s plan to increase taxes on online...
Compliance & AML
January 20, 2026
UK Gambling Commission urges industry action against illegal gambling
The United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) has issued an urgent call for tighter cooperation between regulators and the licensed gambling industry to confront the growing challenge of illegal gambling operations....
Regulation & Licensing
January 20, 2026
Finland formally ends state gambling monopoly under new law
Finland has taken a major step in modernising its gambling regulatory framework with the formal approval and ratification of a new Gambling Act by President Alexander Stubb. The legislation, which...
Slots & Games
January 20, 2026
Blueprint Gaming launches Cash Strike X-Cash with new features
Blueprint Gaming has introduced a new chapter in its widely played Cash Strike series with the launch of Cash Strike X‑Cash, a game that adds fresh mechanics and expanded bonus...
Responsible Gambling
January 20, 2026
League of Ireland rolls out gambling education across football clubs
The League of Ireland has announced a comprehensive national gambling awareness and harm prevention programme designed to address the increasing concerns about gambling‑related risks within Irish football. The initiative will...
Responsible Gambling
January 20, 2026
Dutch survey shows persistent taboo around gambling harm
A recent comprehensive survey conducted in the Netherlands has revealed that gambling-related harm remains a sensitive topic for many adults in the country. Despite gambling being a common pastime among...
Business & Finance
January 19, 2026
Allwyn completes PrizePicks acquisition to expand US growth
Allwyn International AG has officially completed its acquisition of a controlling interest in PrizePicks, marking a significant strategic milestone in the company’s efforts to expand beyond traditional lottery operations into...
Compliance & AML
January 19, 2026
Spelinspektionen reports fewer suspected match-fixing cases in 2025
Sweden’s gambling regulator Spelinspektionen has reported a notable decline in the number of suspected match-fixing cases during 2025 continuing a downward trend observed over recent years. The findings are based...
Compliance & AML
January 19, 2026
Betfair urged to repay fraud-linked commissions after court case
Betfair is facing renewed and increasingly public pressure to return tens of thousands of pounds in commission connected to a high-profile gambling fraud case, after a UK court heard that...
Regulation
January 19, 2026
Tipico joins EGBA to strengthen regulated gambling standards
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has announced that Tipico has joined its growing membership. The move represents a strategic development for both organisations and highlights an increasing focus...
Slots & Games
January 19, 2026
Pragmatic Play unveils Sugar Rush Super Scatter slot game
Pragmatic Play has expanded its popular Sugar Rush slot franchise with the launch of Sugar Rush Super Scatter, a new title that builds on the visual identity and core mechanics...
People & Appointments
January 19, 2026
RubyPlay appoints Dima Reiderman as new Chief Commercial Officer
RubyPlay, a studio-based content ecosystem, has appointed Dima Reiderman as its new Chief Commercial Officer. This strategic move strengthens the company’s leadership team and positions it to advance an ambitious...
Business & Finance
January 19, 2026
Betsson Q4 2025 revenue flat at €304m with lower profit forecast
Betsson AB, the Stockholm‑listed online gaming operator, released a preliminary trading update showing that revenue in the fourth quarter of 2025 remained broadly stable against the prior year but that...
People & Appointments
January 19, 2026
Allwyn UK appoints Bridget Lea as managing director of retail
Allwyn UK has announced a significant executive appointment and the restructuring of its retail operations with the appointment of Bridget Lea as the company’s new managing director of retail. Effective...
Live Casino
January 19, 2026
Ezugi launches OTT live roulette at Empire Casino in London
Ezugi, a leading global provider of live gaming solutions, has formally partnered with Metropolitan Gaming to introduce an innovative live roulette product that bridges the gap between physical casinos and...
Responsible Gambling
January 19, 2026
Mindway AI and PepperMill Casino boost player safety in Belgium
Mindway AI, a recognised leader in advanced technology for player protection in the gambling industry and PepperMill Casino, a long‑established operator with more than 30 years of experience, have announced...