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Malta has confirmed major tax reforms for its gaming sector, scheduled for implementation by October 1. The new measures were highlighted in a joint statement from the Malta Tax and Customs Administration (MTCA) and Malta Gaming Authority, following consultations with industry stakeholders. The reforms were inspired by commitments made during the national budget. They will […]

The Gambling Commission is facing fresh scrutiny after a report by Regulus Partners alleged that it may have misrepresented research findings linked to its Gambling Survey for Great Britain. The critique, published in January 2026 and titled “Indications of bias?”, questions how the regulator interpreted evidence to justify changes in official guidance. The Gambling Survey […]

Maine Governor Janet Mills has approved a series of gambling bills prior to the 15 April 2026 legislative deadline, tightening controls across the state’s gaming market. Lawmakers had already passed the measures earlier in the month, pointing to clear political backing for stronger oversight. The changes target areas regulators consider vulnerable to abuse, including sweepstakes-style […]

The National Basketball Association has entered a multi-year partnership with PrizePicks, naming the platform an official daily fantasy sports partner. The deal allows this operator to integrate the league’s intellectual property across its DFS and free-to-play products, plus marketing efforts. PricePicks CEO, Mike Ybarra said: “This partnership with the NBA marks an important milestone for […]

CFTC Chair Michael Selig has taken a central role in a growing legal and regulatory battle over prediction markets. The agency has filed lawsuits against Illinois, Arizona and Connecticut, challenging state actions against federally registered platforms. The CFTC argues that event contracts fall under its exclusive authority through the Commodity Exchange Act. Its position is […]

Portugal’s gambling market closed 2025 with increased growth in online activity, while land-based operations await the result of delayed concession tenders.  Data from the Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos shows online gross revenue reached €337.6m in Q4, a 4.5% increase year-on-year and a 13.6% rise from the previous quarter. The figures confirm that […]

La Liga has entered a multi-year agreement with Polymarket, naming the platform its Official and Exclusive Prediction Market Partner in the US and Canada. The collaboration will focus on expanding fan engagement across North America, particularly among younger audiences consuming football through digital and multi-screen platforms. Relevent CEO & Partner, Boris Gartner said: “Soccer’s growth, […]

Canadian regulators have approved two firms to offer prediction market products, marking a controlled entry into the sector. Interactive Brokers Canada and Wealthsimple have been authorised by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization to offer trading in event contracts. These contracts will be linked to markets overseen by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, which regulates platforms […]

Entain will close 39 Ladbrokes shops in Ireland, reducing its retail estate by over a third. The company currently operates around 100 locations in the country. The closures could affect up to 226 employees, subject to a consultation process. Entain expects to complete the shutdowns by the end of May 2026. A Ladbrokes spokesperson said: […]

Spribe has resumed offering gambling facilities under its software licence in the UK following a suspension by the UK Gambling Commission. The suspension, issued in October 2025, was linked to “serious non-compliance with the hosting requirements of our licensing framework.” The developer, known for its crash game Aviator, was found to be operating under a […]