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GCI report estimates unregulated gambling took 72% of EU online market

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A report by Gaming Compliance International estimated that unregulated online gambling generated €91.6bn in gross gambling revenue across the EU in 2025, or 72% of the market. It also estimated €22bn in related tax revenue was lost and identified 6,238 unregulated operators targeting consumers across the 27 member states.

The estimates may inform regulators’ enforcement priorities across online gambling and its supporting services.

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Sports Betting Alliance gives Virginia senators US$500,000 after online casino bills stall

The Sports Betting Alliance gave five Republican Virginia senators US$100,000 each after the 2026 legislative session, citing the Poole Report. The senators supported online casino legalisation, but lawmakers failed to reconcile competing bills before adjournment. The alliance defended its contributions as support for regulated markets; senator Emily Jordan said outside funding would not determine her votes.

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