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Turkey MASAK Halts 115 Million in Illegal Betting Fund Transfers

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Turkish financial crime investigators from MASAK have intercepted approximately $115 million in suspected illegal betting transfers during 2025. The enforcement operation targeted complex networks moving gambling proceeds through formal financial channels. MASAK, the countrys Financial Crimes Investigation Board, led the crackdown under Treasury oversight. Investigators identified organized groups using payment …

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NBA Treats Prediction Markets as Gambling, Silver Confirms

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National Basketball Association Commissioner Adam Silver has signaled that his organization approaches prediction markets with the same regulatory scrutiny applied to conventional sports betting operations. Addressing media during All-Star Weekend festivities, Silver explicitly categorized platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket as gambling businesses. “We essentially view prediction markets identically to …

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Netherlands Gambling Regulator KSA Cautions Government

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The Dutch gambling watchdog KSA has cautioned Prime Minister Rob Jetten’s administration that sweeping advertising prohibitions could accidentally strengthen black market operators rather than protect consumers. Michel Groothuizen, who chairs the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), dispatched a formal communication to the recently formed coalition highlighting potential friction points in its gambling policy …

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Dynabit Gaming Secures Distribution Deal with Anakatech SpinOro

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Dynabit Gaming has secured a distribution agreement with SpinOro by Anakatech, paving the way for its slot portfolio to reach European casino operators. The partnership plugs Dynabit’s content into SpinOro’s aggregation network, which supplies games to iGaming platforms across multiple jurisdictions. SpinOro operates under the Anakatech umbrella, providing content aggregation …

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DATA.BET Kanggiten Partnership Expands Sportsbook Access

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DATA.BET and Kanggiten have joined forces in an exclusive partnership that expands sportsbook options for iGaming operators. The agreement makes DATA.BET the exclusive sports betting partner for Kanggiten’s entire client network. Kanggiten’s modular B2B platform clients can now access DATA.BET‘s full sportsbook ecosystem. The integration allows operators to add comprehensive …

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Kambi ComeOn Group Partnership Expands Odds Feed+ Reach

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Kambi Group continues its Odds Feed+ expansion with a new multi-year partnership with ComeOn Group. The deal brings modular sportsbook technology to one of Malta’s established operators. ComeOn Group will integrate Kambi’s Odds Feed+ directly into its proprietary sportsbook platform. This gives the operator immediate access to pre-traded odds covering …

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Malaysia Proposes Federal Law Targets Illegal Gambling

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Malaysia plans federal legislation targeting illegal gambling amid growing concerns about youth exposure. The proposed law aims to strengthen enforcement against online operations that have proliferated through mobile platforms. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof indicated the bill could reach the Dewan Rakyat in the next parliamentary session. Final …

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Yggdrasil Debuts in Croatia via AdmiralBet Partnership

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Slot provider Yggdrasil Gaming has secured its entry into Croatia’s regulated iGaming market with AdmiralBet. The Stockholm-based supplier signed a content agreement with AdmiralBet, the country’s market-leading operator. This partnership represents Yggdrasil’s Croatian market debut. The launch includes several flagship Yggdrasil titles. Players gain access to the Vikings trilogy series. …

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RubyPlay bet365 Partnership Launches Popular Slots in Spain

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RubyPlay bet365 collaboration is now live in Spain. Players can access three popular slot titles starting this month. The partnership adds Immortal Ways Buffalo, Immortal Ways Cleopatra, and J Mania Golden Eggs to bet365’s Spanish platform. These games have already gained traction in other European markets. Spain matters greatly to …

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Colombia Gambling Tax Fight: President Defies Court

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President of  Colombia Gustavo Petro refuses to back down on gambling taxes. He wants to keep the 19% VAT on online gambling despite court opposition. The Constitutional Court recently suspended his emergency economic decree. This decree included the controversial gambling tax measures. However, Petro remains determined to push forward. The …

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EU iGaming Tax Proposal Threatens Operator Margins

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Brussels is debating a proposal that could reshape iGaming taxation across Europe. The plan would create an EU-wide levy on online betting and gaming operator profits. These funds would directly support the European Union’s budget. The proposal comes from DLA Piper’s Giulio Coraggio. His February 13 note details how the …

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Spain DGOJ Rolls Out Tough New Gambling Controls

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Spain’s gambling regulator just dropped new rules that change how players interact with betting sites. The DGOJ unveiled “Stop Juego,” a mobile app that lets users block themselves from every licensed gambling platform in the country. The app works fast. Users download it and enroll in RGIAJ, the national gambling …

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Soft2Bet Strengthens Team to Accelerate B2B Expansion Plans

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Soft2Bet has reshuffled its leadership team. The goal is simple: grow the B2B division faster. Uri Poliavich unveiled the new appointments. Andrew Cochrane steps in as Chief Commercial Officer. Samuele Traversin takes charge of Business Strategy. Chris Anwyl handles Commercial operations. Harrison Barrett leads Business Development. Poliavich believes these hires …

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FeedConstruct Secures Argentine Basketball Streaming Rights

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Sports data provider FeedConstruct has announced a major expansion into South America. The company now holds exclusive worldwide streaming and data rights for Argentina’s premier basketball competitions. The agreement includes Liga Nacional de Básquet (LNB), Liga Argentina, Liga Federal, Liga Femenina, and La Liga Próximo. Together, these leagues generate over …

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BetConstruct AI Africa Summit Debut Shows Smart Gaming Tech

BetConstruct AI Africa plans take center stage this week at the BiG Africa Summit 2026. The company arrives at the Grand Palm Hotel Casino and Convention Resort with a clear mission: show African operators how smart technology can grow their businesses. The summit runs from February 16 to 19. However, …

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Rivalry Explores Strategic Sale Options

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Rivalry has suspended all player activity on its platform while pursuing strategic alternatives including a potential sale. The Canadian gaming operator announced the move on February 14 after its board approved significant operational reductions. The Toronto-listed company is engaged in discussions with third parties regarding various transaction possibilities. These range …

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France’s ANJ Sounds Alarm on World Cup Gambling Ads

The French gambling regulator is raising red flags. ANJ has warned operators about excessive marketing during the 2026 World Cup. Player protection sits at the heart of their concerns. Industry spending on advertising continues climbing. The ANJ documented a 25% average increase across the sector. Such growth troubles public health …

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DraftKings Extends Exclusive New Hampshire Sports Betting Deal to 2028

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New Hampshire bettors will continue using DraftKings exclusively. The state lottery commission locked in a two-year contract extension. Operations will continue through June 2028 under this agreement. December 2019 marked the beginning of this partnership. Six years later, the results speak volumes. DraftKings has delivered consistent value to the state. …

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Brino Games Joins QTech Platform to Reach New Markets

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A new content partnership is shaking up emerging markets. Brino Games has teamed up with QTech Games. This deal brings culturally-relevant gaming to underserved regions. QTech built its reputation as an emerging market specialist. Their aggregation platform reaches operators across developing economies. They focus on markets often ignored by major …

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