iGaming Regulation News

The Dutch Gaming Authority, KSA, and Denmark’s Spillemyndigheden have launched a joint communications initiative linking seven gambling regulators across Europe. The KSA travelled to Denmark to formally introduce the European Regulators’ Network on Communication. The first meeting brought together regulators and communication specialists from seven countries. Their focus was on shared communication challenges, especially how […]

A coalition of Native American tribes and 10 tribal associations, including the Indian Gaming Association, has filed an amicus brief supporting Arizona’s response to a motion for preliminary injunction brought by Kalshi. The hearing is set for Friday and is shaping into a defining legal battle over how federal financial regulation intersects with state and […]

Key Points GambleAware stopped work on 31 March 2026 after twenty years, ending its role in the UK for harm prevention, research, and treatment. This shutdown comes with reforms, where a new levy system starts and Remote Gaming Duty moves up to 40 per cent. The change process creates breaks in services and brings worry […]

Italy is set to publish the final version of its legislative decree on land-based gambling reform by 10 April. The draft is currently under review by the Unified Conference, representing the nation’s 20 regions and 100 municipal authorities. The reform process started in 2023 with a focus on digital gambling, leading to a new licensing […]

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. […]