New Rules for Dutch Online Gambling Licenses to Take Effect in 2026

New Rules for Dutch Online Gambling Licenses to Take Effect in 2026

by September 3, 2025

The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) is set to introduce significant amendments to its remote gambling licensing rules, effective January 1, 2026. These changes are particularly relevant for operators whose licenses, initially granted in 2021, will expire ...

Thai Prime Minister Removed, Casino Legalization Halted

Thai Prime Minister Removed, Casino Legalization Halted

by September 2, 2025

Thailand’s political landscape has been thrown into turmoil after Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra was removed from office following a 6-3 Constitutional Court ruling citing serious ethical misconduct. The decision, delivered on Friday afternoon, immediately dismissed Paeton ...

Online Gambling Market Eyes $156.4B by 2030

Online Gambling Market Eyes $156.4B by 2030

by September 1, 2025

The global online gambling industry is on track to nearly double its size within six years. Valued at USD 78.87 billion in 2024, the market is projected to soar to USD 156.40 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.92%, according to TechSci Research ...

A23 Takes Legal Action Against India’s Online Gaming Ban

A23 Takes Legal Action Against India’s Online Gaming Ban

by August 29, 2025

India’s online gaming industry, once a rapidly expanding market fueled by billions in foreign investment, is now facing unprecedented disruption after the implementation of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. The sweeping legislation, passed by Parliament and ...

EveryMatrix Joins CIBELAE to Boost LATAM Market Strategy

EveryMatrix Joins CIBELAE to Boost LATAM Market Strategy

by August 28, 2025

EveryMatrix has taken a significant step in expanding its global footprint by joining CIBELAE, the regional branch of the World Lottery Association (WLA) representing 80 Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries across Latin and Central America, Spain, and Portugal. This strategi ...

Brazil’s Regulated Betting Market Hits $3.2B in First Half of 2025

Brazil’s Regulated Betting Market Hits $3.2B in First Half of 2025

by August 27, 2025

The Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) has released new data highlighting the performance of Brazil’s regulated betting and iGaming market in the first six months of 2025, confirming gross gaming revenue (GGR) of BRL17.4 billion ($3.2 billion). The report also provided insig ...

Italy Holds Fifth Spot in European Gambling with $13B in 2024

Italy Holds Fifth Spot in European Gambling with $13B in 2024

by August 26, 2025

The European gambling sector recorded notable growth in 2024, expanding by 4.8% worldwide, largely fueled by online casinos and sports betting. Italy ranked fifth among European countries for gambling revenue, highlighting the strength of its online casino market and lottery segm ...

UKGC Publishes Guidance on Levy Payment Calculations

UKGC Publishes Guidance on Levy Payment Calculations

by August 25, 2025

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has outlined its framework for the statutory levy, a key outcome of the Gambling Act Review, as operators prepare for the first payment cycle due from 1 September 2025. Rates are set between 0.1% and 1.1% of relevant revenue, based on the nature ...

Massachusetts Bill Aims to Legalize iGaming, Ban Sweepstakes

Massachusetts Bill Aims to Legalize iGaming, Ban Sweepstakes

by August 22, 2025

Massachusetts is preparing to overhaul its online gambling framework with House Bill 4431, introduced by Representative David Muradian. The proposal would establish a regulated online casino market while imposing a complete ban on sweepstakes-style platforms that use dual-currenc ...

India Tables Bill to Ban Real-Money Online Games

India Tables Bill to Ban Real-Money Online Games

by August 21, 2025

India has taken a decisive step toward implementing a uniform framework for online gaming regulation. The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, designed to ban real-money online games while c ...

Eco-Friendly Slots: The Green Game Craze Taking Over Online Casinos

Eco-Friendly Slots: The Green Game Craze Taking Over Online Casinos

by August 20, 2025

People care more about keeping the planet safe, so online casinos are trying to cut down on pollution and be kinder to the environment. Some might not know where to start, and if not done right, it can look fake.Like other industries, gambling knows it’s smart to go gre ...

BSP Orders Removal of Gambling Links as Senators Demand Stronger Action

BSP Orders Removal of Gambling Links as Senators Demand Stronger Action

by August 20, 2025

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has instructed digital wallet platforms to take down in-app links leading to online gambling platforms, granting them 48 hours to comply. Deputy Governor Mamerto Tangonan confirmed the order during a Senate hearing on illegal gambling, explai ...

How US states define legitimate online casinos and what players should know

How US states define legitimate online casinos and what players should know

by August 20, 2025

Real-money online casino play is legal in only a handful of states. Connecticut, Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and West Virginia each run their own regulated markets, complete with licensing, audits, and technical rules. Nevada permits online poker b ...

Evolution Fined for Dealer Errors in Atlantic City Live Studios

Evolution Fined for Dealer Errors in Atlantic City Live Studios

by August 19, 2025

New Jersey’s Division of Gaming Enforcement has penalized live dealer technology provider Evolution after a series of dealer mistakes at its Atlantic City studios. The agency announced a $12,000 fine against the company following multiple incidents between 2021 and 2023 that regu ...

New Jersey Gaming Revenue Tops $606M as Sweeps Ban Takes Effect

New Jersey Gaming Revenue Tops $606M as Sweeps Ban Takes Effect

by August 18, 2025

The Division of Gaming Enforcement reported that internet casinos collected $247.3 million in July, surpassing the state’s previous record of $246.8 million set in May. This marked a 26.6% increase compared to July 2024 and a 7.2% gain from June. Altogether, New Jersey’s online s ...