iGaming News & Gambling Industry Updates

Key Points Curaçao brings wide rules that push gambling operators to present terms in a clear and fair way, and players must accept them in an active form. Hidden clauses, unclear withdrawal delays, and silent consent systems now get removed. Operators who fail rules face fines, licence pause, or full loss of control as control […]

Massachusetts Gaming Commission has voted unanimously to reopen applications for category three untethered sports betting licenses (more details on different licensing models can be found in resources such as What Is a Gambling License and the iGaming Licensing Guide). The decision follows a formal request from bet365, which signalled interest in entering the state under […]

Spain has introduced a new protocol requiring licensed gambling operators to strengthen identity verification and confirm player tax status. The measure comes from the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, with implementation handled by the Directorate General for Gambling Regulation in coordination with the State Tax Agency. The policy targets a growing pattern of identity theft linked […]

Kalshi has entered into a partnership with Fox Corporation, integrating its prediction market data across several of the broadcaster’s platforms. The agreement covers distribution through FOX News Channel, FOX Business Network, FOX Weather and the FOX One streaming service, spanning both linear television and digital channels. As part of the deal, Kalshi will work directly […]

Key Points 70 alerts appear across 10 sports in Q1 2026, rising from 63 last year. Football records 25 alerts, while eSports exceeds one-fifth share. Brazil is projected to hold 39% of the Latin American betting market in 2026. A widely held belief suggests that tighter regulation combined with better technology should eventually push suspicious […]

Key Points National portal lists authorised gambling operators across South Africa. Unlicensed operators account for 62% of online gambling activity. Wagers reach 1.5 trillion rand in 2024/25 as regulators face offshore growth. A Hidden Risk in Plain Sight Most users walk into online gambling with the belief that access means permission. That belief is where […]

Key Points Betfair starts Betfair Predicts in beta, users can trade yes or no outcomes across sports, politics, and entertainment. The platform runs on the Betfair Exchange system, it handled £84bn bets in 2025, up 10% from last year. Access stays limited to invited users as Flutter checks demand and collects feedback before any next […]

Skill On Net has withdrawn an Instagram advert for its Gecko Play brand after the Advertising Standards Authority found it in breach of the CAP Code. The ruling followed two complaints that the campaign made light of harmful gambling behaviour. The ad featured a paid social video built around a stand-up comedy routine. In the […]

Lithuania’s Ministry of Finance is proposing a mandatory player card for all users to monitor gambling activity across online and land-based venues. The system is scheduled to take effect on 1 January 2029, requiring every player to hold a physical card linked to their identity. This card will track deposits, wagers and winnings across different […]

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 […]