ADI Predictstreet has come under regulatory scrutiny in Germany following its involvement in FIFA World Cup sponsorship activities. The review, initiated by Germany's national gambling regulator, focuses on whether the company's visibility during World Cup broadcasts may have violated German gambling regulations....
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Laws
May 29, 2026
Germany moves to label prediction markets as illegal gambling
Germany’s national gambling regulator is moving toward a stricter interpretation of prediction markets, signalling that such products may increasingly be treated as illegal gambling offers under German law. The development...
Laws
May 14, 2026
France’s ANJ algorithm flags 600,000 high-risk gambling players
France’s gambling regulator, the Autorité Nationale des Jeux, has released the first findings from a newly developed algorithm designed to identify potentially excessive gambling behaviour among online and account-based players....
Finance News
May 14, 2026
bet-at-home reports Q1 loss as Austrian taxes and German rules bite
bet-at-home has reported a challenging start to 2026 as higher taxes in Austria and ongoing regulatory restrictions in Germany continued to weigh on the company’s financial performance. The online gambling...
Laws
May 12, 2026
Dutch gambling advertising ban debate intensifies over player safety
The Dutch government is reviewing whether stronger gambling advertising restrictions are needed as policymakers continue reassessing the effectiveness of current player protection measures. Discussions now include the possibility of a...
iGaming News
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....
iGaming News, Laws
April 20, 2026
Romania allocates €5m in grants for gambling harm prevention
Romania is taking a structured step toward addressing gambling-related harm through a new national funding initiative led by the National Gambling Office (ONJN). The regulator has confirmed that €5 million...
iGaming News, Laws
April 1, 2026
European regulators form cross border gambling communication network
European gambling regulators have taken a further step toward coordinated oversight with the launch of a new communication-focused initiative that brings together authorities from multiple jurisdictions. The initiative reflects a...
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, Licenses & Payments
March 13, 2026
Finland gambling licensing window attracts global operators before 2027
Finland has taken a decisive step toward reshaping its national gambling framework by opening a licensing window for commercial digital gambling operators. The regulatory authority has begun accepting applications from...
iGaming News, Laws
March 10, 2026
Slovakia launches gambling risk education with University of Trnava
Gambling Regulatory Authority of Slovakia has entered into a formal partnership with University of Trnava to create an education-focused initiative addressing gambling risks, regulatory awareness and prevention strategies. The collaboration...
iGaming News, Laws
March 9, 2026
Spelinspektionen wins court ruling over illegal gambling advertising
Spelinspektionen has secured an important legal victory after a Swedish Administrative Court rejected appeals submitted by Sinovum Media AB and Flashback Media Group AB regarding enforcement orders related to online...
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...
Business News, iGaming News
February 16, 2026
RubyPlay expands presence in Spain through partnership with bet365
RubyPlay has reinforced its footprint in the regulated Spanish market through a new collaboration with bet365, a globally recognized leader in online sports betting and iGaming. Under the agreement, bet365...
iGaming News, Laws
November 21, 2025
European regulators unite against illegal online gambling
The landscape of online gambling in Europe has undergone substantial transformation in recent years, driven by rapid technological innovation, a higher volume of cross-border activity, and increased consumer engagement through...
iGaming News, Laws
September 18, 2025
EGBA urges approval of European safer gambling standard
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has urged European delegates to approve a new standard aimed at enhancing player protection across the online gambling sector. The proposed framework focuses...
Companies & People, iGaming News
August 5, 2025
SBC Summit 2025 focuses on Western Europe regulation
The SBC Summit 2025 is set to shine a spotlight on one of the most dynamic, tightly regulated, and commercially vital regions in the global gambling industry: Western Europe. Through...
iGaming News, Laws
July 1, 2025
Lithuania begins phased restrictions on gambling ads
Lithuania has commenced the first stage of a long-term initiative aimed at prohibiting all forms of gambling advertising by 2028. The country's latest regulatory amendments, which took effect on 1...
Laws, Licenses & Payments
June 28, 2025
How European Licensing Authorities Protect Players
Authorities overseeing gaming and gambling in Europe play an important role in ensuring player safety and fair practices within the industry. By implementing regulations and enforcing compliance, these licensing bodies...
iGaming News, Laws
June 18, 2025
ATG accuses Veikkaus of unfair market practices
As Finland prepares to shift from a state-run gambling monopoly to a multi-license model in January 2027, major industry stakeholders are already grappling over the future dynamics of this newly...