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Gibraltar outlines economic strategy spanning prediction markets and online gaming

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Gibraltar’s minister responsible for gambling and taxation, Nigel Feetham, said the government plans to pursue prediction markets, stablecoins and online gaming as part of its economic strategy. He said a UK gambling tax increase could reduce Gibraltar’s public revenue from corporation tax by about £40 million, while the territory assesses new technology businesses cautiously.

The strategy and planned regulatory initiatives may shape market opportunities and compliance requirements for gambling businesses in Gibraltar.

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Gibraltar plans standalone prediction markets regulatory framework

Gibraltar is developing a separate regulatory framework for prediction markets, with oversight assigned to a dedicated authority, according to the report. ADI Predictstreet holds a licence under an existing betting intermediary framework, while Wire Markets has approval in principle; both are expected to move to the new licence after legislation is introduced.

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