The European Gaming and Betting Association has raised significant concerns over a proposed European Union wide tax on online gambling, describing the concept as “fundamentally unrealistic” and potentially counterproductive. The debate has emerged as part of broader discussions surrounding the EU’s next long term financial framework, covering the period from 2028 to 2034....
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iGaming News, Taxation
April 8, 2026
Malta to introduce new iGaming tax reforms from October 2026
Malta is preparing to introduce a series of targeted reforms aimed at refining its taxation system for the iGaming sector, a move that reflects the country’s long-standing commitment to maintaining...
Editor’s Choice 1, Taxation
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...
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...
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....
iGaming News, Taxation
March 26, 2026
Brazil betting tax revenue rises 47% in February 2026
Brazil reported a substantial increase in tax revenue generated from betting activities in February 2026, reflecting the ongoing formalisation of the sector and the strengthening of regulatory oversight. According to...
iGaming News, Taxation
March 26, 2026
BHA criticises UK move to keep betting levy unchanged
The British Horseracing Authority has publicly criticised the UK Government’s decision to leave the Horserace Betting Levy unchanged following the 2024 review, raising concerns about the long term financial sustainability...
iGaming News, Taxation
March 24, 2026
Greece to raise online casino winnings tax rates from July 2026
The government of Greece has confirmed a significant adjustment to its taxation framework for online gambling, announcing that higher tax rates on online casino winnings will take effect from 1...
iGaming News, Taxation
March 16, 2026
Colombia enacts 16% consumption tax for online gambling via decree
President of Colombia, Gustavo Petro has enacted a series of emergency decrees aimed at strengthening the government’s financial capacity in response to severe flooding that has affected multiple regions across...
iGaming News, Taxation
March 9, 2026
Dutch gambling sector warns tax rises risk harming regulated market
The Dutch gambling sector has formally raised concerns over recent increases in gambling taxation, warning that the policy may unintentionally weaken the regulated market and reduce public revenue. In a...
iGaming News, Taxation
March 6, 2026
bet365 ends UK racing sponsorships after new UK gambling tax changes
bet365 has confirmed it will discontinue sponsorship of several prominent horse racing fixtures in the United Kingdom following the introduction of increased gambling taxation in the latest UK government budget....
iGaming News, Taxation
March 2, 2026
Brazil seeks alternative way to tax gambling after bill amendment
Brazil’s federal government is preparing to revisit the taxation of gambling operators through separate legislation after a key provision was removed from the recently approved Anti-Fraud Bill. The development has...
iGaming News, Taxation
February 27, 2026
BGC raises alarm over tax plans and rise of illegal betting sites
The Betting and Gaming Council has issued a formal warning that proposed tax increases on the regulated gambling sector in the United Kingdom risk accelerating the growth of unlicensed operators...
iGaming News, Taxation
February 16, 2026
EU iGaming tax debate in Brussels puts operators on alert
A policy discussion emerging in Brussels has begun to attract significant attention within the European online betting and gaming sector. The idea under consideration would introduce a European Union level...
iGaming News, Taxation
February 10, 2026
Estonia reinstates online gambling tax after legislative oversight
Estonia is set to reinstate its 5.5 percent online gambling tax from March 1, 2026, following the discovery of a legislative drafting error that temporarily removed remote gambling operators from...
iGaming News, Taxation
February 2, 2026
Colombia court suspends VAT changes on online gambling
The Constitutional Court of Colombia has provisionally suspended a major economic emergency decree that introduced a new method for calculating Value Added Tax on online gambling and other related tax...
iGaming News, Taxation
January 29, 2026
Coral withdraws from Cheltenham Festival amid tax increases
The prominent UK bookmaker Coral, part of the Entain group alongside Ladbrokes, has announced it will withdraw its sponsorship of the Coral Cup at the Cheltenham Festival, bringing to an...
iGaming News, Taxation
January 27, 2026
Evoke confirms UK retail betting shop closures after tax hikes
Evoke Plc, the Gibraltar‑based betting and gaming group that owns iconic gambling brands including William Hill and 888, has confirmed the ongoing closure of retail betting shops in the United...
iGaming News, Taxation
January 22, 2026
Bosnia and Herzegovina to end gambling VAT exemption in 2026
Legislators in Bosnia and Herzegovina have introduced an initiative to eliminate the value added tax exemption for gambling activities at the state level beginning in 2026. The move is driven...
iGaming News, Taxation
January 21, 2026
Brazil Finance Minister defends higher taxes on betting sector
Brazil is witnessing significant developments in its fiscal landscape as the government implements measures to increase revenue from high-income sectors, banks and the growing betting industry. Finance Minister Fernando Haddad...
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...
Taxation
January 8, 2026
Can Malta Maintain Its Low-Tax Appeal Under OECD Pressure
Over recent years, Malta has garnered attention as a favored destination for businesses and individuals seeking favorable tax conditions. However, increasing scrutiny from the OECD regarding tax compliance and transparency...
iGaming News, Taxation
January 7, 2026
Montenegro gambling tax changes spark industry turmoil
Montenegro’s gambling industry is facing a period of significant uncertainty and operational disruption following last-minute changes to the country’s personal income tax rules on gambling winnings. Licensed operators have raised...
iGaming News, Taxation
January 5, 2026
Gibraltar Minister to engage with UK on gambling tax changes
Gibraltar’s Minister for Justice, Trade and Industry, Nigel Feetham, has confirmed that he will continue to engage constructively with the UK government regarding the recent decisions to raise gambling taxes....
Taxation
December 31, 2025
How Malta’s Corporate Tax Refund Works in 2025
Over the years, Malta has established itself as an attractive jurisdiction for international businesses, particularly due to its appealing corporate tax refund system. In 2025, companies operating in Malta can...
iGaming News, Taxation
December 30, 2025
Brazil to raise betting tax to 15% by 2028 for revenue growth
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has officially signed a new law that will increase taxation on betting companies operating within Brazil, marking a significant development in the country's regulated...
iGaming News, Taxation
December 29, 2025
UK gambling tax increases and impact on retail bookmakers
The United Kingdom government has confirmed a series of substantial tax increases affecting the gambling sector, with implementation scheduled across 2026 and 2027. While the reforms are officially focused on...