The UK’s online betting and iGaming industry is currently facing a new tax structure and increasingly strict player protection rules. This article details the complex pressures shaping the response. The regulatory environment for UK online gambling has endured lots of changes and legislative stops and starts for years. Operating a digital betting service in this climate means constantly second-guessing government...
Estonia has taken a significant legislative step by approving a phased reduction of its online gambling tax, setting the rate on a path from 6 percent to 4 percent over two years. The decision followed a 51–31 vote in the Riigikogu, advancing a plan promoted by the Eesti 200 parliamentary group and its members on the Finance Committee. One Reform Party...
The M Resort Spa Casino in Las Vegas marked a major milestone this week with the debut of its new hotel tower, part of an expansion that significantly increases the property’s room inventory and event capabilities. The addition was delivered ahead of schedule and on budget, creating new capacity for both leisure and group guests as the resort approaches a...
Ontario’s regulated iGaming market continued its run in October, setting new highs in both wagering and revenue. The latest figures illustrate a market that’s still expanding. With increased player engagement, rising average revenue per user, and sustained interest in online casino and sports betting, October confirmed Ontario’s position as one of North America’s most vibrant digital gaming markets. Wagering climbs...
A bill reshaping tax obligations for online betting operators, fintechs, and dividend payments cleared the Brazilian Senate’s Economic Affairs Committee (CAE) this week with a broad majority. The measure passed on Tuesday in a terminative vote—21 to 1 according to Valor International, positioning it to advance to the Chamber of Deputies unless senators request a full floor review. Senator Carlos...
The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) recently issued cease-and-desist orders to three major platforms—Crypto.com, Kalshi, and Robinhood—demanding they cease offering and advertising sports event contracts in the state. This action, announced on December 2, 2025, places Connecticut alongside other states that have already moved to regulate prediction markets, with some using similar measures to combat what they view as unlicensed sports...
BetMakers Technology Group has announced an exclusive five-year partnership with Betfair Australia, securing its role as the sole technology provider for the upcoming CrownBet sportsbook. This significant deal, which marks BetMakers’ most important commercial milestone, is set to lay the technological foundation for CrownBet’s reintroduction into the Australian betting market. The CrownBet brand, which was initially dissolved in 2018, will be...
SkillOnNet, a global leader in entertainment and gaming technology, has made a bold move in the online gaming sector with the launch of GAIA Roulette. This groundbreaking game marks the debut of the world’s first AI-powered roulette host, blending the traditional RNG gameplay with the immersive 3D realism of a live dealer. GAIA Roulette offers players a dynamic and interactive gaming...
On December 1, 2025, Google enacted a significant update to its Gambling and Games policy, targeting horse racing affiliate and comparison sites in the United States. This policy change marks a decisive step in the tech giant’s ongoing push to tighten control over gambling-related advertising, particularly concerning third-party promoters and affiliate businesses. Immediate Impact on Affiliates According to Google, the...
Done Brothers (Cash Betting) Limited, known as Betfred, must pay £825,000 after regulators found shortcomings in the company’s oversight of anti-money laundering processes and safer gambling safeguards within its betting shops. The Gambling Commission’s review centered on the operator’s B3 gaming machines, which generate significant footfall and revenue across its retail estate. According to the Commission, Betfred did not have...