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Russian finance ministry proposes online casino legalisation and 30% revenue tax

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Russia’s Ministry of Finance has proposed legalising online casinos under a single gambling regulator, with permit-holders paying tax of at least 30% of annual revenue after winnings payouts. Psychologist Natalia Ryabova warned that weaker monitoring and care services could increase risks in poorer, remote regions. Supporters estimate the proposal could raise about 100 billion rubles in annual tax revenue; lawmakers oppose the plan.

The proposed tax and regulatory model could affect operators’ costs and the conditions for online casino entry in Russia.

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Italy’s finance ministry reports €4.52bn in gambling tax revenue through September 2026

Italy’s Ministry of Economy and Finance reported €4.52bn in tax revenue from gambling activities for the first nine months of 2026, according to its treasury account published on 5 November. Gaming machines generated about €3.59bn, representing roughly 79.3% of the revenue recorded in that category.

Italy's Ministry of Economy and Finance reported €4.52bn in tax revenue from gambling activities for the first nine months of 2026. The figure comes from the Treasury summary account at 30 September 2026, which the ministry's State General Accounting Department published on 5 November. The levy on gaming machines was the main component, at about €3.59bn.

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