The European Commission is examining the possibility of introducing a new tax on online gambling as part of a broader effort to secure additional funding for the European Union’s next long-term budget cycle. According to reports surrounding the early-stage proposal, the measure could generate approximately €1.9bn in annual revenue if implemented across the bloc....
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May 20, 2026
KSA tightens gambling oversight ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has announced stricter monitoring and enforcement measures ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, signalling increased scrutiny of sports betting activity and gambling advertising...
iGaming News, Laws
March 20, 2026
Malta Bill 55 faces EU scrutiny following Tipico licensing opinion
A recent legal opinion issued by an Advocate General at the Court of Justice of the European Union has renewed scrutiny over the legal framework surrounding Malta’s controversial Bill 55....
iGaming News, Laws
March 13, 2026
Dutch parties propose nationwide ban on online gambling ads
Debate around gambling regulation in the Netherlands has intensified after two political parties introduced a proposal that would prohibit online gambling advertising across the country. The initiative reflects growing political...
iGaming News, Laws
January 17, 2026
Finnish gambling market to open under newly ratified law
Finland has formally completed a landmark reform of its gambling framework following the ratification of a new Gambling Act by the President of Finland. The presidential approval represents the final...
iGaming News, Laws
January 9, 2026
Finland gambling reform marketing rules ahead of 2027 launch
Finland’s long planned shift away from a single operator gambling system is no longer a distant policy discussion. It has entered an active implementation phase with concrete timelines confirmed and...
Finance News, iGaming News
December 23, 2025
Bet365 regulated market shift leads to £43m group loss
Bet365 has reported a group loss of £43.3 million for the 2024-25 financial year, marking a significant reversal from the prior year as the company accelerated its strategic pivot toward...
iGaming News, Taxation
July 18, 2025
British Horseracing Authority Opposes Betting Tax Hike
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA), the governing body for horse racing in the United Kingdom, has issued a formal appeal to HM Treasury urging reconsideration of proposed tax reforms on...
iGaming News, Laws
June 24, 2025
New French Gambling Laws Reshape Online Betting
Just as the landscape of online gambling is evolving globally, new legislative measures in France are reshaping the operational framework for online betting platforms. These recent laws aim to enhance...