Melilla official criticises DGOJ sanctions communication over legal and illegal operators
The criticism concerns how enforcement announcements may affect perceptions of licensed operators and the distinction between regulated and illegal gambling.
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Jdigital report estimates 23.4% of surveyed players used illegal gambling platforms in Spain
Estimated use of unregulated platforms highlights a potential challenge for Spain’s regulated online gambling market.
Jdigital report estimates illegal online gambling at €231m in Spain in 2024
The estimates give operators and regulators figures on unregulated gambling’s reported scale and the surveyed players exposed to it.
BGC criticises UK online gambling tax increases in new Budget
The proposed tax changes could affect the cost base and competitive position of regulated online gambling operators in the UK.
GGL backs European regulators' positions against illegal online gambling
The GGL endorsed a joint declaration by six European regulators on curbing illegal online gambling, though it cannot co-sign.
Source: GGL (Germany)
Regulus Partners questions operators’ plans to offset gambling tax rises
Operators and investors face uncertainty over whether planned tax increases can be offset.
Advocate general advises Dutch Supreme Court on pre-2021 gambling claims
The advice addresses whether operators may face repayment claims over online gambling agreements made before regulation began.
Dutch state secretary backs deposit-return lottery plan
The lottery proposal requires Verpact to check its design with the Kansspelautoriteit before implementation.
US Senate committee opens investigations into sports betting integrity measures
A federal response could introduce national requirements alongside existing state sports betting rules.
Alberta minister’s office expects iGaming regulations to be finalised soon
Regulatory details and the planned market structure will inform operators preparing to enter Alberta's online gambling market.
Austria ministry prepares gambling reform proposals as monopoly licence nears expiry
The reform process could shape the licensing framework before Austria’s sole online gaming permit expires in 2027.
Komdigi says Cloudflare will cooperate on Indonesian gambling-site controls
The discussions could shape Cloudflare’s registration and content-moderation obligations for services used by gambling sites in Indonesia.
Connecticut records $2.12bn in sports and iGaming wagers in October
The October record gives operators and investors a measure of sports and iGaming wagering activity in Connecticut.
Seven European regulators pledge cooperation against illegal online gambling
Cooperation across seven markets could strengthen information sharing and enforcement against unauthorised gambling operators.
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Loterias CAIXA reports R$6.4bn in third-quarter 2025 revenue
The figures show lottery revenue and the amount allocated to federal social programmes.
Brazilian banks close 483 accounts suspected of links to illegal betting
The closures indicate how financial institutions are applying measures against suspected illegal betting activity.
Marangoni proposes legal framework for state and municipal lotteries in Brazil
If enacted, the proposal would set operating and revenue-allocation rules for state and municipal lottery concessions.
Nevada casinos report $1.35bn revenue in October
The figures give operators a snapshot of Nevada casino revenue and the reported contribution from sports betting and baccarat.
Massachusetts sportsbooks take record $879.6m in October bets
The record betting total provides operators and investors with a measure of Massachusetts online sportsbook activity.
Melilla technology director criticises DGOJ’s communication of gambling sanctions
Licensed operators may face reputational effects when their sanctions are presented alongside penalties against unlicensed platforms.
UK gambling tax changes prompt industry warnings over black-market growth and job losses
Operators face higher tax rates and reported risks of black-market leakage and redundancies.
Dutch state secretary outlines measures addressing underage access to illegal gambling
The proposed legislative review and ongoing enforcement could affect controls on illegal gambling and advertising in the Netherlands.
Council of State orders KSA to reconsider disclosure of 2011 document
The decision requires the KSA to reconsider disclosure of a specific document from its records.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court reviews legality of skill games
The ruling could determine whether skill games may continue operating at venues across Pennsylvania.
Rio Grande do Norte prosecutor challenges Bodó municipal lottery law
The challenge questions whether operators accredited by Bodó can legally offer betting under the municipal framework.