Brazil’s decision to prohibit online betting has moved quickly from executive action into a legal dispute, with industry associations challenging the government’s new restrictions while major international operators assess the commercial and legal consequences....
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Regulation & Licensing
September 28, 2026
Brazil blocks 506 betting websites as authorities expand online enforcement
Brazil has intensified its enforcement of the country’s betting restrictions by taking action against 506 betting websites suspected by authorities of offering services without the required authorization. At the same...
Gambling Authorities
September 21, 2026
Targetlocal Ltd faces UK Gambling Commission remote licence suspension
Targetlocal Ltd is facing an immediate suspension of its combined remote operating licence after the UK Gambling Commission reported anti-money laundering failings identified during regulatory enquiries. The action affects the...
Regulation & Licensing
September 4, 2026
Brazil advances gambling advertising curbs as Senate bill moves forward
Brazil’s regulated betting market is facing a significant political challenge after the Senate’s Science and Technology Committee approved a substitute version of legislation that would introduce extensive restrictions on gambling...
Gambling Authorities
July 24, 2026
Brazil strengthens fight against illegal betting as regulated market grows
Brazil's regulated betting market continued to expand during the first half of 2026, supported by stronger tax revenues, enhanced regulatory oversight and a broader effort to reduce the influence of...
Responsible Gambling
July 18, 2026
Pixbet nationwide ban stays as court demands stronger age verification
Brazilian online betting operator Pixbet will continue to face a nationwide suspension after a Brazilian court rejected the company's appeal against an earlier injunction. The latest ruling reinforces the judiciary's...
Laws
June 15, 2026
Slovakia gambling regulation strengthens World Cup betting oversight
Slovakia gambling regulation is set to take center stage during the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the country's gambling authority increases scrutiny of betting operators and their marketing activities. The...
Laws
May 4, 2026
Brazil Labor Court Upholds SINDIBETS Union in Betting Sector Case
A significant legal decision in Brazil has clarified the structure of trade union representation within the country’s rapidly expanding betting and online gaming industry. A Labor Court in São Paulo...
Licences
April 28, 2026
Bet365 wins ANJ approval to enter France’s online sports betting
Bet365 has secured regulatory approval to operate in France’s online sports betting sector, marking a notable development in the European gambling landscape. The authorisation, granted by Autorité Nationale des Jeux,...
Responsible Gambling
April 14, 2026
UK gambling affordability checks face growing scrutiny
The ongoing rollout of affordability checks across the United Kingdom’s gambling sector has become the subject of increasing scrutiny, with stakeholders raising concerns about transparency, proportionality and broader market implications....
Compliance & AML
April 8, 2026
IBIA reports 70 betting alerts in Q1 2026 across global markets
The International Betting Integrity Association has reported a total of 70 suspicious betting alerts during the first quarter of 2026, spanning 10 different sports and multiple global regions. The findings...
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...
Compliance & AML
January 26, 2026
Brazil shuts down more than 25,000 illegal betting websites
Brazilian federal authorities have intensified enforcement against unauthorised betting activity during the country’s first full year under a regulated sports betting framework, blocking more than 25,000 illegal betting websites while...
Responsible Gambling
January 22, 2026
Brazil self exclusion from betting sites exceeds 217,000 users
Since December 2025, a significant number of Brazilians have taken voluntary steps to exclude themselves from online betting platforms. Data released by Brazil’s Ministry of Treasury show that more than...
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...
Marketing & Sponsorships
January 2, 2026
UK public supports tighter gambling advertising rules
UK ministers are once again facing growing public pressure to reconsider the country's approach to gambling advertising. Recent polling data indicates strong support for tighter restrictions, particularly around sponsorship and...
Companies & People, iGaming News
November 4, 2025
African iGaming Alliance and IBIA sign integrity pact
The African iGaming Alliance (AIA) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA). The agreement formalizes a strategic partnership between the two organizations,...
iGaming News, Laws
October 31, 2025
Belgium regulator backs stricter gambling law
Belgium’s gaming landscape could soon undergo significant reform following the endorsement of a new legislative proposal by the Belgian Gaming Commission (Kansspelcommissie, or KSC). The proposed law, if passed, would...
iGaming News, Laws
July 23, 2025
Gambling Commission: 4.31% of UK Betting Accounts Restricted
Gambling Commission has published detailed findings disclosing that 643,779 player accounts—representing 4.31% of all active betting accounts in the UK—have been subjected to one or more restrictions by licensed operators....
Companies & People, iGaming News
April 30, 2025
Altenar unveils new Tipster Module for sportsbooks
Altenar, a leading name in sportsbook technology, has taken a major step forward in enhancing the online betting experience with the launch of its innovative Tipster Module. This strategic rollout...