iGaming Industry News, Regulation & Market Insights

Sweden’s Administrative Court of Appeal in Jönköping has upheld the decision of the country’s gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen, to reject an application for electronic bingo operations outside traditional bingo venues. The ruling, published this week, confirms that the regulator has the authority to limit where non-temporary bingo activities may be conducted under Sweden’s Gaming Act. The […]

The global slot machine industry is preparing for a new growth cycle, with forecasts suggesting the sector could be worth $18.71 billion by 2030. According to estimates from The Business Research Company, the market was valued at $11.42 billion in 2025 with a projected compound annual growth rate of 10.5% over the next five years.  […]

Nine European gambling regulators have issued a joint warning on prediction markets regulation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The statement was released by regulators in Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain and Switzerland.  These authorities said they expect betting activity to rise sharply during the tournament and expressed concerns about […]

The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has warned that illegal gambling operators could attract up to £40 million in wagers during Royal Ascot, raising concerns about the growth of the UK black market. Royal Ascot is one of Britain’s biggest racing festivals and generates millions of pounds in betting turnover yearly. The BGC said events […]

The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has imposed a €3.1 million fine on Costa Rica-based operator Chestoption Sociedad de Responsibilidad Limitada for offering online gambling services to Dutch consumers without a licence. According to the regulator, players in the Netherlands were able to register accounts, deposit funds and access casino games through three websites operated by […]

Key Points Gibraltar’s government has formally opened a search for a new gambling commissioner and executive director, with Andrew Lyman set to leave the role he has held since January 2018. The incoming commissioner must have at least five years of senior gambling industry experience, a recognised tax qualification, and proven engagement with UK government […]