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Opinion & Commentary
June 24, 2026
LinkedIn account restrictions need transparent appeals
Opinion: LinkedIn account restrictions can disrupt professional identity and business access, making reliable verification, clear explanations and human appeals essential.
Market Analysis
June 24, 2026
Altenar data shows World Cup bettors balance loyalty and strategy
Altenar data shows World Cup bettors often back national teams with smaller wagers while directing larger stakes toward perceived favourites.
Legal Analysis
June 24, 2026
Germany’s offshore gambling debate may be focused on the wrong target?
For years, Germany's gambling debate has revolved around operators. Regulatory announcements, enforcement measures and political discussions typically focus on the same subjects: licensed operators, unlicensed operators, website blocking, payment restrictions...
Market Analysis
June 23, 2026
GR8 Tech report examines Argentina iGaming market opportunities
GR8 Tech’s Argentina operator guide examines provincial regulation, localisation, payments and retention considerations for businesses assessing the market.
Legal Analysis
June 23, 2026
When the same market produces different channelisation figures
Channelisation has become one of the most important measurements in modern gambling regulation. Across Europe, regulators, operators, researchers and policymakers frequently rely on channelisation figures when assessing whether a regulated...
Legal Analysis
June 22, 2026
When gambling compliance becomes a competitive advantage
Germany’s gambling rules protect players and legal channels, but fixed compliance costs may also strengthen large operators and raise barriers for smaller licensed rivals.
Legal Analysis
June 19, 2026
Do Germany’s gambling rules create unintended market incentives?
Modern gambling regulation is often presented as a balancing exercise. Policymakers seek to protect consumers, reduce gambling-related harm, maintain market integrity and ensure that gambling activity takes place within a...
Investigations
June 18, 2026
Tipico, Tipwin and Sportwetten.de under scrutiny!
Germany's gambling regulation is often discussed through the lens of licences, legislation and enforcement actions. Public debates tend to focus on major regulatory decisions, court proceedings and policy disputes. Far...
Legal Analysis
June 17, 2026
Has Germany really reduced illegal gambling visibility?
For several years, German gambling regulation has been built around a clear and understandable objective. Consumers should be directed towards licensed gambling operators and away from unlicensed alternatives. Few would...
Legal Analysis
June 16, 2026
Germany’s Gambling Enforcement: Why Unlicensed Sites Remain Visible
Germany's modern gambling framework was built around a number of clearly stated objectives. Consumer protection, market supervision, responsible gambling and the reduction of unlicensed gambling activity have all featured prominently...
Legal Analysis
June 15, 2026
Germany Gambling Regulation: LUGAS, Safe Server and Risks
Germany's online gambling framework is often discussed through the lens of licensing, enforcement actions, consumer protection measures and the ongoing effort to channel players toward regulated offerings. These debates attract...
Legal Analysis
June 13, 2026
Compliance Technology: Risks, Oversight and System Failures
For many years, compliance was largely viewed as a human-driven function. Teams reviewed customer files, monitored transactions, assessed risks and submitted reports based on manual processes and professional judgement. While...
Legal Analysis
June 12, 2026
Evolution Suffers Court Setback as Judge Blocks Case Expansion!
For several years, the dispute between Evolution and Black Cube has remained one of the most unusual legal battles in the global gambling sector. What began with allegations, investigations and...
Legal Analysis
June 12, 2026
Germany Gambling Regulation: How LUGAS Shapes Market Oversight
Over the past decade, gambling regulation across Europe has increasingly shifted from traditional supervision towards technology-driven oversight. Regulators are no longer relying solely on audits, licence reviews and operator reporting....
Legal Analysis
June 11, 2026
Regulatory consistency in Germany’s gambling market
Germany's gambling market has undergone significant regulatory change during the past decade. The introduction of the Interstate Treaty on Gambling 2021 was designed to create a more coherent framework for...
Market Analysis
June 8, 2026
Soft2Bet wins two EGR B2B Awards for mobile and casino innovation
Soft2Bet has strengthened its position within the global iGaming technology sector after receiving two prestigious honors at the EGR B2B Awards 2026. The company was recognized in the categories of...
Market Analysis
May 28, 2026
Blask reports rising competition across European iGaming markets
New market intelligence released by Blask suggests that the competitive balance among casino game suppliers is shifting rapidly across regulated iGaming markets. While Pragmatic Play continues to hold a leading...
Market Analysis
May 18, 2026
SOFTSWISS prediction markets report highlights iGaming growth trends
SOFTSWISS has released a detailed report examining the rapid rise of prediction markets and the implications for the global iGaming industry. The publication explores the evolution of prediction-based wagering, the...
Investigations
May 15, 2026
UK launches independent gambling harms research centre in Britain
The United Kingdom has launched a major new national research initiative focused on gambling-related harm, marking a significant development in the country’s public health and regulatory landscape. The new Gambling...
Market Analysis
May 8, 2026
Italy’s illegal online gambling sector hits €20bn annually
Italy’s illegal online gambling sector is estimated to generate around €20bn in annual activity, according to new findings released by the Observatory on Illegal Online Gambling at Data Room Nexus....
Market Analysis
May 7, 2026
Codere Online reports strong Q1 2026 revenue and profit growth
Codere Online has reported a strong set of preliminary financial results for the first quarter of 2026, supported by continued expansion across its core markets in Spain and Latin America....
Market Analysis
May 7, 2026
Light & Wonder’s Q1 2026 revenue rises as gaming and iGaming grow
Light & Wonder began 2026 with moderate revenue growth and continued expansion across its Gaming and iGaming operations, reinforcing the company’s long-term focus on recurring revenue streams and content-driven performance....
Market Analysis
May 6, 2026
Lottomatica reports €236m EBITDA as online betting growth accelerates
Italian gaming operator Lottomatica reported a solid financial performance for the first quarter of 2026, supported primarily by continued expansion in its online business. The company generated total bets of...
Market Analysis
May 6, 2026
ZEAL Network SE Q1 2026 revenue rises despite weak jackpot market
ZEAL Network SE reported an increase in revenue for the first quarter of 2026, despite operating in what it described as a subdued jackpot environment. The company demonstrated continued expansion...
Market Analysis
April 20, 2026
France’s regulated gambling market grows 3% in 2025 to €14.1bn
France’s regulated gambling sector recorded moderate but stable expansion in 2025, with total gross gaming revenue reaching €14.1 billion. The figures, published by Autorité Nationale des Jeux, reflect a year-on-year...
Market Analysis
April 17, 2026
Dutch gambling report shows legal decline and black market growth
The latest market monitoring report issued by the Dutch Gaming Authority provides a detailed assessment of the Netherlands’ regulated gambling sector for the second half of 2025. The findings present...