RegulierungCroatia will allocate €214 million from gambling revenues to social programs this year, a significant increase from approximately €130 million in the previous cycle, funded by projected receipts and unspent 2025 money.
AnbieterBetr has promoted three senior executives to C-suite roles as it prepares to launch a new "Prediction Markets" product later in 2026.
AnbieterGaming Realms and SIS announce a new partnership. A Slingo game based on the popular 49's numbers product is set to be released in July 2026.
RegulierungGoogle blocked an impressive 270 million gambling advertisements in 2025, but regulators continue to increase pressure on the industry.
RegulierungAzerbaijan is increasing criminal penalties for organizing and participating in illegal online gambling with a new bill. Fines up to double the illegal proceeds and prison sentences of up to eight years are planned.
RegulierungThe UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) is increasing scrutiny of gambling ads during the World Cup. Since June 11, over 13,000 campaigns have been scanned, supported by AI.
AnbieterPoker pro Doug Polk announced his departure from an active role at The Lodge Card Club but will remain a shareholder. His decision follows turbulent months for the club, including a raid in March.
AnbieterAmericas Cardroom announces its largest Venom Series to date. It features a guaranteed $15 million in prizes for poker enthusiasts. The event runs from August 13 to September 2.
RegulierungA new chair has taken office at Germany's Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL) just as the first major review of the State Treaty on Gambling is underway. German states are pushing for swift reforms, especially regarding the fight against illegal gambling.
RegulierungBulgaria plans to introduce a new tax on gambling affiliates, coinciding with ongoing debates over advertising regulations and a broader review of the country's gambling framework. The Gross Gaming Revenue tax already increased from 20 percent to 25 percent.
RegulierungA recent proposal by the Social Market Foundation (SMF) to double the Machine Games Duty in the UK has raised concerns within the gambling industry. This potential tax increase could have far-reaching consequences.
AnbieterTottenham Hotspur has agreed to a three-year partnership with Kaizen Gaming's Betano, beginning with the 2026/27 season, naming Betano as an official partner.
RegulierungNew Zealand introduces comprehensive online casino regulations. The "Online Casino Gambling Regulations 2026" came into force on May 1, 2026. Up to 15 licenses will be issued, coupled with strict player protection measures and advertising guidelines.
RegulierungColombia's gambling regulator, Coljuegos, has confirmed a partial suspension of its advertising resolution, signaling adjustments to gambling marketing. This indicates ongoing regulatory changes in the country.
InternationalKalshi used a sublicensing model for World Cup visibility after FIFA demanded $150 million for official partnership.
