The Aragón government announced plans in January 2026 to tighten controls on land-based gambling in the region. Measures include limits on type B machines in hospitality venues, a 500-metre minimum distance between gaming halls and access controls; the government also plans to add 20 specialist agents in spring 2026.
Operators in Aragón may face tighter venue, machine and access requirements alongside increased inspections.
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Ireland's government is introducing new anti-money laundering measures for gambling as part of its first national strategy, reportedly announced on 18 August. The rules require operators to return withdrawals to the deposit account and impose enhanced checks on cryptocurrency funds and transfers. The strategy also calls for closer oversight of machine-based casino clubs and stronger intelligence sharing among public bodies.
It was reported that Dario Durigan reiterated support for tobacco-style controls on betting. He advocated greater transaction data sharing, advertising restrictions and higher taxation to discourage excessive consumption.
Brazil's federal government plans to tighten sports betting advertising controls as part of its debt-relief programme, Finance Ministry executive secretary Dário Durigan said. The government is considering administrative measures and may use a provisional measure if it needs additional powers. People enrolled in Desenrola Adimplentes will be blocked from registering with betting platforms in Brazil for six months, the report said.
Hong Kong lawmakers and social workers have raised concerns about illegal offshore gambling adverts reaching young people on social media platforms. Duncan Chiu Tat-kun proposed cybersecurity legislation to strengthen platform screening, while Nixie Lam Lam called for tighter oversight of influencers promoting illicit gambling. Meta said its rules prohibit non-compliant content and that it removes such adverts when detected.
Brazilian lawmakers introduced Bills 2,470/2026 and 2,478/2026 in the Chamber of Deputies on 19 May, proposing changes to online betting rules covering marketing, licensing, consumer safeguards and harm prevention. Other proposals would ban betting operations and advertising or restrict cashback, VIP schemes and gamified features; no outcome is stated.