iGaming News & Gambling Industry Updates

Miss Universe employees face accusations of recording advertisements for an internet gambling website in Thailand. Police in Thailand started investigating claims that Miss Universe Organisation (MUO) advertised an illegal internet casino. Activities happened during 74th Miss Universe competition in Bangkok. This situation created problems and involved Miss Philippines, according to Khaosod English reports. Nawat Itsaragrisil submitted the […]

Cambodian authorities have suspended the licence of Silver Star Casino in Svay Rieng province after uncovering a large cybercrime operation during a major raid. The investigation was carried out on November 1, 2025 and it was revealed that the casino was being used as a base for technology-based fraud targeting international victims. The operation was […]

The UK Gambling Commission has suspended the licence of VGC Leeds, which operates Victoria Gate Casino, after finding it failed to meet key anti-money laundering rules. The suspension took effect immediately under section 116 of the Gambling Act 2005, which allows the Commission to act when there are concerns about an operator’s compliance or suitability. […]

Opposition parties in Zimbabwe want stricter gambling laws. They believe that the current rules are too weak and easy to ignore. They’re also worried about the growing impact of gambling on vulnerable people. Parliamentary member Rise Mzansi recently raised the issue during a parliamentary session, urging the government to reform gambling regulations. Mzansi proposed seven […]

Changes aim to attract companies even though 6% tax rate remains low compared to other European nations. The Estonian Government approved modifications to the Gambling Tax Act. Online casino tax rates drop from 6% to 4%. Local reports indicate the Government wants to secure funding for sports and culture. This move creates stability for both sectors. Margus Tsahkna […]

The new gambling law creates the same age limits and player protection measures. The Gambling Supervision Service under the Ministry of Finance revealed modifications to Lithuania’s Law on Gambling. These changes start from 1 November. The law sets a minimum age and extra protections for players. People must be 21 years old to enter slot machine halls […]

Disciplinary measures follow investigation, while integrity standards face renewed examination in Turkish football. The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) suspended 149 referees. Evidence showed these officials bet on football matches. Federation regulations specifically ban this practice. An internal investigation examined referee conduct throughout professional leagues in Turkey. Eight-month to twelve-month sanctions apply to different officials. Betting frequency and scope […]

Brazil’s new Minister, Guilherme Boulos, has called for higher taxes on billionaires and betting companies. In his first speech at the Palácio do Planalto in Brasília on Wednesday, he criticised opposition parties for not supporting the government’s plans to make taxes and labour laws fairer. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva attended the ceremony but […]

The Mexican Senate has approved the 2026 Revenue Law after a long debate over government debt and financial management. The bill received 79 votes in favor and 37 against during the session held on Wednesday, October 29. With this approval, the law now only needs President Claudia Sheinbaum’s signature before it is published in the […]

Live casino supplier Iconic21 has partnered with Soccerbet to expand in Southeastern Europe. Through this deal, Soccerbet players in Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Serbia will now have access to Iconic21’s full range of live casino games. This new agreement means that Soccerbet customers in all three countries will now be able to enjoy a […]