Ukrainian MP cites 158bn UAH in online gambling deposits in 2025
The cited transaction patterns and monitoring gap could prompt regulatory scrutiny of operators’ payment controls and oversight.
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Reports
France notifies EU of proposed JONUM data-reporting rules for digital assets
Companies covered by France’s JONUM regime may need to provide structured player, gameplay and transaction data to ANJ.
US lawmakers seek inquiry into $1.2m in Polymarket bets before Iran strikes
The inquiry could increase scrutiny of prediction-market trading tied to military events and access to confidential information.
Penalty
KSA issues €24.9m penalty against offshore iGaming operator
The penalties underscore enforcement risk for offshore iGaming operators serving the Dutch market.
Scout Gaming Group plans liquidation after Scout Holding sale
Asset sale and voluntary liquidation mean stakeholders and counterparties must prepare for Scout Gaming Group’s listed operations to end.
Hollywoodbets agrees to integrate ClearStake identity checks in the UK
The integration will change how Hollywoodbets verifies UK players and handles customer due diligence.
Acquisition
Kaizen Gaming acquires GameplAI to expand sportsbook technology
Kaizen gains trading technology for Betano while GameplAI continues serving external B2B partners.
Florida commercial slot venues and cardrooms report $84.1m in January revenue
Hacksaw Gaming partners with Mozzartbet to expand in Romania
The agreement adds a named operator distribution channel for Hacksaw Gaming titles in Romania.
EU advocate general backs bank attachment orders despite Curaçao insolvency
The proposed interpretation could affect creditors seeking to secure funds held in EU bank accounts by gambling operators in third-country insolvency proceedings.
William Hill adds Checkd Dev racing bet builders in the UK and Ireland
The integration adds automated racing bet-builder options while William Hill retains pricing and risk control.
Agrigento police suspend Raffadali betting shop for 30 days over unauthorised betting
The suspension affects a licensed betting venue found to be accepting bets for an unlicensed bookmaker.
Betshield partners with Elizabeth Leiva Goycochea for regional expansion
The partnership supports Betshield’s effort to bring responsible-gambling technology to more Latin American and Caribbean jurisdictions.
US lawmakers propose restrictions on geopolitical prediction markets
The proposed restrictions could affect prediction-market operators offering wagers on military actions or regime changes.
ITIA suspends Alana Tuayeva for three years and nine months over match manipulation
The sanction bars Tuayeva from taking part in tennis events authorised or organised by ITIA members during her period of ineligibility.
ADM voids stolen Gratta e Vinci tickets and orders distribution checks in Italy
The measure blocks payment on the stolen tickets and requires tighter checks by lottery distribution partners.
Spain ranks fifth in Europe by gambling revenue in 2025
Spain’s ranking and reported revenue growth help investors and operators gauge its position in Europe’s gambling market.
3 Oaks Gaming brings slot portfolio to Interwetten in multi-market deal
The deal expands Interwetten’s slot offering across several countries and increases 3 Oaks Gaming’s market reach.
ANJL warns Brazil betting ban could put BRL 80bn in tax revenue at risk
A regulatory reversal could affect tax receipts and the operating conditions of licensed betting companies in Brazil.
AUSTRAC warns gambling operators of persistent AML control weaknesses in Australia
Operators face scrutiny of AML controls as AUSTRAC identifies recurring weaknesses ahead of reforms.
Licence
Santa Fe approves BMM Testlabs to certify online gaming systems
The approval adds an authorised testing provider as Santa Fe develops its regulated online gaming market.
Economist Andrew Russell calls for a rethink of casino regulatory policy
Russell’s argument challenges regulators’ approach to casino policy and its economic rationale.
AUSTRAC reports record February suspicious matter filings by pubs and clubs
Pubs and clubs face a new AML/CTF framework deadline while AUSTRAC identifies continuing weaknesses in their reporting and controls.
Wynn Macau reportedly sues Yu Dong over HK$4.73m debt
The competing accounts leave the status of Wynn Macau’s debt claim and recovery unclear.
UK Gambling Commission warns bookmakers over suspicious bets at Cheltenham
Bookmakers must apply anti-money-laundering controls and report suspicions during the festival.