The Swedish parliament, the Riksdag, has formally approved an expansion of the country’s prohibition on gambling with credit. The amendment to the Gambling Act 2018 will enter into force on May 1 2026 and is designed to reinforce consumer protection safeguards within Sweden’s regulated gambling market....
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February 23, 2026
Bulgaria gambling age proposal sparks industry opposition debate
Bulgaria’s regulated gambling sector has formally objected to a draft legislative proposal that would increase the country’s legal gambling age from 18 to 21. The initiative, introduced by the political...
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February 23, 2026
ANJ introduces framework for monetizable digital objects in gaming
The Autorité Nationale des Jeux has formally introduced a regulatory framework aimed at overseeing games that incorporate what it defines as monetizable digital objects. This initiative represents a significant development...
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February 23, 2026
UK government moves to restrict unlicensed gambling sponsorships
The UK government has announced plans to consult on new restrictions that would prohibit sports clubs from entering sponsorship agreements with gambling operators that do not hold a licence from...
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February 20, 2026
Belgium Online Gambling Duty of Care Charter Strengthened
Belgium’s leading licensed online gambling operators have formally renewed and expanded their Duty of Care Charter in a coordinated move designed to reinforce player protection standards across the regulated market....
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February 20, 2026
Romania moves to restrict gambling ads and raise age limit to 21
The Romanian Senate has moved forward with two significant legislative initiatives designed to tighten gambling regulation and enhance protections for young people. The measures, adopted at Senate level and now...
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February 20, 2026
Dutch survey by KSA indicates increasing public acceptance of gambling
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit KSA has indicated that gambling is becoming more socially accepted in the Netherlands according to new research examining public attitudes. The findings, based on a...
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February 19, 2026
Finland gambling reform draws criticism over AI and channelisation
Finland’s proposed framework for responsible gambling is attracting intensified scrutiny as the public consultation period approaches its conclusion on 24 February. The draft recommendations, published on 27 January by the...
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February 19, 2026
AFJEL urges stronger action against illegal betting in France
France’s regulated online gambling sector is facing mounting pressure from what industry representatives describe as a rapidly expanding illegal betting market. The Association Française des Jeux en Ligne (AFJEL), which...
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February 18, 2026
Isle of Man warns about cryptocurrency risks in online gambling
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission has issued a formal warning regarding the growing use of cryptocurrencies within online gambling operations, highlighting the associated risks of financial crime and...
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February 18, 2026
Malta Gaming Authority investigation reveals gambling safety gaps
The Malta Gaming Authority completed an extensive undercover compliance investigation during the first half of 2025 to assess whether licensed gambling operators are effectively protecting their customers in practice. The...
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February 17, 2026
GamCare reports rise in UK National Gambling Helpline referrals
GamCare has reported a significant increase in the number of individuals referred for treatment through the UK National Gambling Helpline in January 2026, marking one of the highest monthly totals...
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February 16, 2026
Sweden gambling harm strategy under audit scrutiny review
Sweden has long presented itself as a model for regulated gambling markets. Since the re regulation of its gambling sector in 2019 under the Gambling Act, the country has sought...
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February 16, 2026
ANJ warning on 2026 FIFA World Cup betting ads in France
France’s national gambling regulator, Autorité Nationale des Jeux, has issued an early and pointed reminder to licensed betting operators and their media partners ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup....
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February 16, 2026
Spain strengthens gambling oversight with Stop Juego and AI integration
Spain’s regulated gambling market has entered a decisive new chapter. The Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego, commonly known as the DGOJ, has introduced a series of measures that significantly...
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February 13, 2026
KSA warns operators over early payout feature clarity
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit has issued a formal warning to several licensed online sports betting operators regarding the communication of their so called “early payout” feature. The authority found...
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February 13, 2026
Finland gambling reform opens €1.3bn digital betting market
Finland has formally confirmed that it will dismantle its long standing state gambling monopoly and replace it with a competitive multi license framework. The reform marks a decisive shift in...
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February 12, 2026
OASIS gambling register processes 5.2 billion checks in Germany
Germany’s central gambling self exclusion system OASIS processed more than 5.2 billion verification requests in 2025 according to the latest annual report published by the Regional Council of Darmstadt. The...
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February 12, 2026
Cyprus signals tougher stance on gambling licences
Cyprus has signalled a firm regulatory stance toward gambling operators whose activities may raise concerns related to organised crime. Justice Minister Costas Fitiris has indicated that the suspension of operating...
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February 10, 2026
Sweden updates gambling supervision fees SIFS 2026:1 for operators
Sweden will introduce a revised system of supervision fees for gambling operators and software permit holders starting on March 1, 2026. The updated regulation, known as SIFS 2026:1, replaces the...
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February 10, 2026
Armenia advances real time gambling monitoring system reform
Armenia has taken a further legislative step toward the introduction of a national real time gambling monitoring system. A new bill presented to parliament by the State Revenue Committee seeks...
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February 10, 2026
Brazil plans stricter age verification rules for online gambling
Brazil is advancing a new regulatory framework aimed at strengthening age verification requirements across online gambling platforms and related digital services. The initiative reflects growing concern within government circles about...
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February 9, 2026
Meta ordered to block illegal gambling promotions in France
The Paris Court of Appeal has confirmed a ruling against Meta Platforms Ireland, requiring the company to take active measures to block illegal gambling promotions across Facebook, Instagram and Messenger....
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February 9, 2026
UK Gambling Commission consultation on settlement fines reform
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has initiated a formal consultation proposing changes to how fines and regulatory settlement payments are allocated. The consultation seeks to align negotiated settlement payments with...
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February 9, 2026
Brazil senate advances bill to ban gambling advertising
Brazil’s Federal Senate has taken a significant step toward introducing a nationwide prohibition on gambling advertising, signaling a potential shift in how the country regulates one of its fastest growing...
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February 9, 2026
GamCare reports rise in gambling treatment referrals in UK
GamCare has reported a significant increase in the number of people affected by gambling-related harms who are moving more quickly from initial contact to formal treatment and structured support. According...
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February 9, 2026
Dutch regulator addresses bet365 and One Casino betting errors
The Dutch Gambling Authority has confirmed that it has held discussions with bet365 and One Casino after identifying errors that allowed bets to be placed on prohibited football markets. The...