iGaming Regulation News

Key Points A Nevada court issued a preliminary injunction on March 26, stopping Coinbase’s prediction market operations in the state, which created sharp tension. The ruling rejects claims that federal law overrides state gambling rules, and it strengthens state authority with firm control. This decision follows action against Kalshi, and it shows a wider legal […]

Key Points Nepal directed ISPs to block betting apps and websites within 24 hours under a cabinet reform plan, creating immediate pressure. The action targets illegal transactions, capital outflow, and social harm such as youth addiction, which raised serious concerns. Authorities replaced selective enforcement with a nationwide ban supported by monitoring and public reporting, tightening […]

Malta is considering a dedicated regulatory framework for prediction markets. Economy Minister Silvio Schembri described the vertical as a major opportunity for the country’s digital economy. The announcement was made during the inauguration of Blockchain.com’s new offices in Malta. Schembri said: “We are actively exploring the emerging field of prediction markets, an area experiencing rapid […]

Panama has taken a firm step towards tightening its problem gambling policies as online betting activity continues to rise. Lawmakers approved a new bill to introduce stricter controls on operators while strengthening protections for vulnerable players. The legislation, proposed by Raúl Pineda and Crispiano Adames, has now passed through the National Assembly. It introduces a […]

Key Points A Nevada judge placed a 14-day restraining order blocking Kalshi from offering sports, election, and entertainment contracts without a license. Regulators say the platform allows unlicensed gambling, while Kalshi states its contracts act as regulated financial instruments. The case joins a wider legal conflict across states, with the final outcome possibly decided by […]

Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis has introduced a ban on political event wagering as part of its revised Standards and Requirements for Internet Gaming. The updated framework, released on 17 March, sets out compliance expectations for operators across sports betting, player protection and system integrity. The prohibition covers bets on elections, leadership contests and by-elections. […]

Australia is facing increasing pressure to regulate the fast-growing blind box toy market, as concerns rise about its similarity to gambling mechanics. Blind boxes are sealed packages that contain random figurines, leaving buyers unaware of what they will receive until after purchase. The category has grown into a global billion-dollar business, driven by brands such […]

Virginia failed to pass legislation that would have legalised online casino gaming after the 2026 session ended on 14 March without a final vote. House Bill 161 ran out of time despite reaching the final stages of the process. Both the House of Delegates and the Senate had already approved their respective versions earlier in […]

Kalshi filed a lawsuit on 12 March against Kris Mayes and several state officials in the US District Court for the District of Arizona. The case targets state efforts to block the company from offering prediction market contracts to residents. Court filings list the defendants as Mayes and the head of the Arizona Department of […]

Key Points Lawmakers propose full revenue fines and stronger control over illegal gambling. The plan includes advertising bans and longer exclusion periods for players. Critics say stricter rules may shift users to offshore platforms. Dutch lawmakers introduced a proposal allowing regulators to impose fines up to 100 per cent of the operator’s annual revenue. This […]