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 on reports submitted by sports integrity organisations licensed gambling operators and the regulator’s own supervisory and monitoring activities. While the figures suggest progress in preventive efforts authorities continue to caution that match-fixing remains a complex and evolving threat requiring constant vigilance....
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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...
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Tipico joins EGBA to strengthen regulated gambling standards
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iGaming News, Laws
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Mindway AI and PepperMill Casino boost player safety in Belgium
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iGaming News, Laws
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Laws
January 15, 2026
Regulator access to raw event logs under licence
It's crucial for organizations to understand the parameters surrounding regulator access to raw event logs under licence. With increasing regulatory scrutiny, entities must ensure compliance while managing sensitive data effectively....
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January 15, 2026
Post-merger integration of AML systems and data
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iGaming News, Laws
January 14, 2026
Ukraine blocks Polymarket over licensing and gambling laws
Ukraine has moved to restrict public access to the decentralised prediction market Polymarket following a regulatory determination that the platform has been operating without the required local gambling licence. The...
iGaming News, Laws
January 13, 2026
Czech Republic faces rising losses from unlicensed gambling
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Serbia introduces new jackpot regulations for gambling
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January 13, 2026
How Malta’s FIAU Tightened Its Casino Compliance Checks?
You may be interested to learn how Malta's Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has strengthened its oversight of casino operations. Recent regulatory changes have introduced more rigorous compliance checks aimed...
iGaming News, Laws
January 12, 2026
French gambling regulator sets strict 2026 marketing limits
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The Legal Boundaries of Substance in Maltese Entities
Just as the global landscape of business evolves, so too do the legal frameworks surrounding it. In Malta, the concept of substance has gained prominence, influencing how entities establish their...
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January 12, 2026
How the German Regulator Plans to Tackle Unlicensed Casinos?
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The Real Impact of the EU’s Sixth AML Directive on Operators
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How single customer view could change player protection in Europe
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Inside the FIAU’s 2025 Enforcement Priorities
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Can real-time analytics catch problem gambling before it escalates?
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Finland gambling reform marketing rules ahead of 2027 launch
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Luxembourg Advances Bill to Tackle Illegal Gambling
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iGaming News, Laws
January 9, 2026
Swedish regulator bans Claymore Malta from online gambling
The Swedish gambling authority, Spelinspektionen, has prohibited Claymore Malta Ltd from providing any gaming services to players in Sweden. The regulatory action follows concerns that the company was targeting Swedish...
Laws
January 9, 2026
The Slow Death of Letterbox Companies in the EU
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How Malta’s MGA Survived the EU’s Compliance Review?
With the European Union's compliance review presenting significant challenges, Malta's Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has effectively navigated scrutiny to maintain its reputation as a leading regulatory body. This post probes...
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How Casinos Use AI to Detect Money Laundering Patterns?
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January 8, 2026
UK politicians urge reform of Gambling Act planning rules
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Laws
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Geo-targeted ad compliance under the GGL and KSA rules
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