iGaming News & Gambling Industry Updates

Key Points Brazil has banned prediction markets and labelled them illegal gambling outside approved financial tools, while regulators blocked 28 platforms and raised enforcement. Authorities point to user safety, fraud risk, and regulatory gaps, stating these platforms miss transparency, dispute systems, and payment control. The action aligns Brazil with strict global positions while enforcement expands […]

Japan experienced a sharp increase in illegal online gambling activity in 2025, with enforcement actions reaching their highest level since tracking began in 2018. Data from the National Police Agency shows that 317 individuals were targeted during the year. Authorities identified 158 cases linked to illegal online gambling, involving 221 individuals. These included both players […]

Donald Trump has raised concerns about the growth of prediction markets on geopolitical events, describing the current environment as increasingly speculative. Speaking to reporters, he questioned the idea of wagering on global developments, even as these platforms gain traction. “Well, you know, the whole world, unfortunately, has become somewhat of a casino, and you look […]

Colorado lawmakers have removed a proposed ban on prop bets from Senate Bill 131, clearing a key obstacle for the legislation to advance. The bill, titled Protections Against Abusive Practices in Sports Betting, has been revised after committee discussions raised concerns around cost and jurisdiction. Earlier drafts included a definition of prop bets and a […]

Key Points As New Zealand pushes through its Online Casino Gambling Bill, this marks the start of the creation of a regulated market with only 15 licenses, stringent operator requirements, and fines of up to NZ$5 million, all of which create a feeling of pressure and relief. Licenses become available starting 2026, where interested operators […]

Key Points Sportradar’s share price fell 23% following claims that part of the company’s earnings originates from either unlicensed or illegal sports gambling operations, and Sportradar faced significant criticism following reports that many of those betting operators used Sportradar services. Subsequent news about possible compliance issues like alleged connections with betting operators in Iran and […]

Key Points Gannon Ken Van Dyke, who is a United States Army Special Forces soldier, is now facing prosecution for gambling using classified information in Polymarket where he made more than $400,000 by forecasting the arrest of Nicolás Maduro. This is the first time that insider trading laws will be tested to see whether or […]

Ontario lawmakers have introduced legislation prohibiting online gambling operators and their partners from advertising within the province. The Stop Harmful Gambling Advertising Act, Bill 107, was tabled on 20 April by Liberal MPP Lee Fairclough to amend the Gaming Control Act, 1992. If passed, the bill would make it illegal for licensed gambling platforms and […]

The Joint Gambling Authority of the German Federal States has issued a €250,000 fine to Capital Bra for promoting illegal online gambling through his social media channels. The regulator found that the rapper filmed himself accessing and participating in unauthorised gambling platforms. These sessions were shared through live streams and uploaded as videos across his […]

Pragmatic Solutions has launched Season 2 of its B2B podcast Connected with Pragmatic Solutions, developed in collaboration with NEXT.io. The series is focused on practical insights for operators navigating complex technology and regulatory environments. The podcast, first introduced in 2025, provides experience-led perspectives on operational and strategic decisions within the iGaming sector. It brings together […]