RegulierungECA calls for urgent Europol remit expansion against illegal gambling
The European Casino Association (ECA) urges an expanded Europol remit. This is to combat the surge of illegal gambling in Europe.
8 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
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News & Updates – Page 9
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Markt2026 World Cup Triples Brazilian Bettor Numbers, Raising Concerns
The 2026 FIFA World Cup triggered a significant surge in gambling activity in Brazil. A survey shows the number of bettors tripled, leading to calls for tighter regulation.
8 July 20267 Min.by Lisa Lustich
MarktEurope's iGaming Market: A Patchwork of Regulation and Opportunity
Europe’s iGaming market is highly fragmented, with varying growth rates and regulatory frameworks. While the UK recorded a GGY of £7.8 billion in 2024, Germany struggles with an exodus to the black market—up to 47 percent of total activity, according to industry associations.
8 July 20267 Min.by Lisa Lustich
AnbieterBETBY Boosts Barcelona Presence with New Poblenou Office
B2B sportsbook provider BETBY has inaugurated a new office in Barcelona's Poblenou district. Since its initial establishment in 2023, BETBY has grown from 100 to approximately 400 employees.
8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
InternationalMalta Casino Tycoon Yorgen Fenech: Murder Trial for Heir to Gambling Empire Begins
The long-awaited murder trial of Yorgen Fenech, millionaire heir to a Maltese casino and hotel empire, began this week. He is accused of orchestrating the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
RegulierungUKGC to Unveil Timetable for Financial Risk Checks Amid Industry Uncertainty
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) will soon announce its timetable for controversial financial risk checks. These checks are expected to affect only about 3 percent of players but have caused significant industry uncertainty.
8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
MarktiGaming News Awards: Industry Celebrates Innovation and Responsibility in London
The iGaming News Awards were presented at iGB Live London. N1 Partners won for a campaign with a prize pool of 500,000 €. This highlights the rapid evolution of the industry.
8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
AnbieterRubyPlay Acquires Splash Tech: Beyond Game Content
RubyPlay agreed to acquire 100% of Splash Tech's shares, adding jackpot products and free-to-play casino and sports engagement tools to its offering.
8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
RegulierungEx-DraftKings Employee Charged in College Basketball Betting Scheme
A former DraftKings sports trader faces felony charges in Nevada for an alleged betting scheme involving a former Fresno State basketball player, allegedly generating around $15,950 in winnings.
8 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
AnbieterBelatra and VeliGames Forge Alliance for Emerging Market Expansion
Game developer Belatra has partnered with aggregation platform VeliGames. This aims to expand game distribution in Latin America, Africa, and Asia, reducing technical complexity for operators.
8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
MarktSports-First Startups Invade Prediction Market: Is the Sports Betting Industry in Trouble?
New players are entering the trillion-dollar prediction market in 2026 with sport-focused products. Experts like Laila Mintas of 365Prediction and Dean Sisun of ProphetX see traditional sports betting operators at risk.
8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
RegulierungSwedish Court Upholds Millions in AML Fines for Betsson and Operators
Sweden's Administrative Court has rejected appeals from Betsson, Snabbare, and Spooniker. This confirms fines totaling almost 2 million Euros for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) deficiencies. Betsson alone is to pay 580,000 Euros.
8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
RegulierungUKGC implements staged financial risk assessments for gamblers
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) confirmed the phased introduction of financial risk assessments following a successful trial. Over 97% of players above the threshold were assessed frictionlessly.
8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
RegulierungThe Star Entertainment Group: Multi-Million Dollar Settlement After Junket Tax Dispute
Australian gaming operator The Star Entertainment Group has settled a prolonged tax dispute with the Australian Taxation Office. The company will pay AUD 55 million (approximately USD 36 million).
8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
InternationalSenegal Modernizes Sports Betting Market with LPbet Launch
Senegal's gambling regulator LONASE introduces the LPbet platform to standardize and modernize the country's iGaming sector. A significant step for the gaming industry in Africa.
8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich