Law and Regulations

Codere, Spain’s second-largest gambling operator, is reportedly preparing for a sale valued at over €2 billion (£1.73 billion), according to reports from EXPANSIÓN. The company has enlisted the services of financial advisors Jefferies and Macquarie to guide the sale process, which is expected to conclude in the near future. The …

Germany’s overly restrictive gambling laws are accelerating the shift of players to unlicensed offshore platforms, as excessive regulations stifle the legal market. The 2021 Interstate Treaty on Gambling (GlüStV) was designed to create a tightly controlled environment, but its rigid rules are now driving customers away from licensed operators. The …

Major League Baseball has partnered with Polymarket to enter the prediction markets space. A former NFL gambling deal architect shares insights on how MLB can navigate this new venture, emphasizing the importance of integrity and transparency in sports betting partnerships.

Experts are urging the Australian government to regulate the sale of blind box toys, citing concerns over the potential for gambling addiction. The toys, which are popular among children, are sold as sealed packages with a single collectible figure or toy inside. Customers pay for the package without knowing what …

The Swedish Gambling Inspectorate, known as Spelinspektionen, has ushered in a new leadership era with the appointment of Madelaine Tunudd as Chair of the Board. Tunudd, who has served as the Vice Chair since 2019, officially took over the role following the retirement of Claes Norgren, who stepped down on …

In a recent crackdown on illegal gambling activities, Japanese police have uncovered over 3,000 web pages related to illegal betting targeting residents across the country. This investigation, reported by the Asahi Shimbun, reveals the extensive presence of unregulated gambling resources on the internet, including websites and social media posts. Despite …

Having established itself as a trusted geolocation partner for North American gambling operators, Xpoint is now setting its sights on the European market, with Italy as its primary entry point. The company’s innovative solutions aim to provide a high level of compliance and user experience as regulatory frameworks become increasingly …

iGaming market in Brazil is on the cusp of significant regulatory change with the introduction of a new bill to ban digital advertising for fixed-odds betting services. This bill, currently under consideration, reflects the government’s increasing attention to consumer protection and responsible gambling practices. As the landscape of online gambling …

In a significant legal development in the world of prediction markets, Arizona has officially become the first state to bring criminal charges against Kalshi, a prominent platform specializing in betting on future events. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes filed the charges, accusing Kalshi of operating an illegal, unlicensed gambling enterprise, …

Vivid Gaming announced that it has successfully obtained a Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) Critical Gaming B2B license, effective from 12 March 2026. This milestone marks a significant step in the company’s strategy to expand its footprint across international markets. The license, granted for a ten-year term, enables Vivid Gaming to …

As long as the deals remain legal, English Premier League soccer clubs are still cashing in on gambling sponsorships. Premier League clubs continue to sign sponsorship deals with unlicensed gambling operators despite growing scrutiny from the UK government, highlighting how lucrative partnerships remain while regulatory action remains uncertain. Teams are …

Gambling taxes have re-emerged on the agenda of the National Congress of Colombia, which is set to review two separate decrees introducing direct tax charges on online gambling operators. Reports from SBC Noticias indicate that Congress has received Decreto 0240 and Decreto 0241, proposing a 16% tax on online gambling …

A key study of German online gambling behaviors highlights that engagement with the black market is an ‘embedded symptom’ of Interstate liabilities. This analysis raises alarms about the growing number of high-value gamblers who are drifting towards unregulated platforms, undermining the regulated market’s integrity. Despite these concerns, Glücksspielbehörde (GGL), the …

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has appointed Sue Young as its new Executive Director of Operations, bringing extensive government experience to the role amid ongoing leadership changes and a government-backed campaign against the black market. Sue Young joins the Commission from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), where she served as …

Danske Spil, Denmark is state-owned gaming operator, has achieved its strongest financial performance in company history, reporting a record net profit of DKK2.008 billion for 2025, up from DKK1.948 billion in 2024. Despite total gross gaming revenue slightly declining to DKK5.158 billion, the company maintained strong profitability through cost efficiencies …

Finland represents one of the last opportunities in Europe to capitalize on a newly-regulated gambling market, with the official launch scheduled for July 1, 2027. The license window opened on March 1, 2026. According to H2 Gambling Capital, Finland currently has a large offshore market of around €900 million, with …

Finland has recently opened its commercial digital gambling licensing window, with the national regulatory authority beginning to accept operator applications earlier this month. This regulatory shift ends the historical state gambling monopoly system, with the official market scheduled to launch on July 1, 2027. Legal experts report significant early interest …

Swedens Gambling Authority, Spelinspektionen, has issued a definitive blacklist against Novatech, the operator behind multiple unlicensed gambling websites targeting Swedish players. The regulatory action marks another significant enforcement measure in Swedens ongoing crackdown on unauthorized gaming operations within its borders. The blacklist decision follows an intensive inspection conducted between February …

Geopolitical prediction platforms face intense political scrutiny following reports that anonymous gamblers extracted millions from the popular cryptocurrency platform Polymarket by successfully predicting specific military strikes against Iran. On February 28, US and Israeli forces executed military attacks on Iran, eliminating the country’s supreme leader precisely as predicted by Polymarket …

New Hampshire lawmakers are moving forward with legislation designed to broaden nonprofit access to the state’s charitable gaming revenue. Senate Bill 542, which has successfully passed the state Senate, proposes changes to how casinos select their charitable partners. State Senator Tim Lang, a Republican representing Sanbornton, is spearheading the effort …