Latvia Moves Gambling Supervision to Tax Authority
Latvia folds its gambling regulator into the State Revenue Service from April 2026, unifying licensing, compliance and tax oversight.
Lithuania’s 2029 Player Card: Cashless Gambling, Total Tracking, New Compliance Era
Lithuania plans mandatory player cards for all gambling by 2029, phasing out cash and enabling cross-operator monitoring.
Lagos Just Taxed the Moment of Joy with 5%
Lagos now deducts 5% WHT from online betting net winnings at payout on Lagos-licensed platforms—remitted to LIRS.
A 1% EU iGaming Levy? Brussels Just Put Online Gambling on the Budget Menu
Victor Negrescu backs an EU-wide online gambling levy. What it means for operators, taxes, black market risk, and EU budget politics.
Malta Eyes Indirect Gaming Tax as Part of 2026 Budget
Malta’s 2026 Budget mentions exploration of a new indirect gaming tax. Current direct gaming tax is 5% on local player revenue.
Estonia to Gradually Cut Online Gambling Tax Rate to 4%
Estonia approves gradual reduction of its online gambling tax from 6% to 4% by 2028, aiming to attract international operators.
Colombia Targets Player Bonuses with New Tax Rules
Coljuegos introduces fresh taxation rules on player bonuses after Colombia’s 19% VAT on deposits. Rules vary based on bonus share.
Brazil Backs Off Retroactive Tax — Congress Signals Need for Stability
Brazil’s lawmakers reject a retroactive 30% tax on betting operations.12% GGR rate holds. Congress treats gambling regulation with urgency.
Denmark’s Gambling Revenue Rises 11.6% in April
Denmark's gambling market grew 11.6% year-on-year in April 2025, driven by strong online casino revenue. Slots made up 78.9% of casino share.
Cirsa Plans €460M IPO to Fuel Growth and Cut Debt
Cirsa announces €460M IPO with €400M in new shares and €60M secondary sale to support growth and debt reduction.
India's Supreme Court Hears Online Gaming Tax Dispute
India’s Supreme Court reviews arguments on GST for online skill games as operators contest a ₹2.5 lakh crore tax liability.
Bet365’s Denise Coates Climbs Sunday Times Rich List
Bet365 founder Denise Coates climbs to 16th on the 2025 Sunday Times Rich List as company sale rumors swirl.
UK Online Gambling Revenue Rises 7% Despite New Limits
The UK online gambling sector grew 7% year-on-year to £1.45bn, defying new stake limits and risk checks, as land-based gambling struggles.
Bank of Ireland Launches Gambling Block Feature
Bank of Ireland introduces a voluntary gambling block to help customers control spending and reduce gambling harm.
UK Government Proposes Unified Remote Gambling Tax
HMRC seeks feedback on merging UK online gambling taxes into a single Remote Betting and Gaming Duty by 2026.
EveryMatrix Reports 39% Revenue Surge in Q1 2025
EveryMatrix posts a 39% revenue rise in Q1 2025, driven by major client migrations, product rollouts, and record sports division performance.
Louisiana Bill to Double Online Sports Betting Tax to 32.5%
Louisiana House HB 639, aiming to raise online sports betting tax from 15% to 32.5%, boosting funds for education, sports, and healthcare.
Svenska Spel Revenue Drops as Land-Based Casinos Close
Svenska Spel posts 4% revenue decline after casino closures, bets on new lottery and online growth to offset losses.
North Carolina Proposes Doubling Sports Betting Tax to 36%
North Carolina Senate proposes raising sports betting tax to 36%, signaling major changes for operators and funding models.
U.S. Market Slump Pounds Casino Stocks
Operator shares plummet as new tariffs shake U.S. markets. Wynn leads steep declines, adding to Nevada’s revenue woes.
Ghana Repeals 10% Tax on Gambling Wins
Ghana ends 10% betting tax, aiming to boost economic activity. Critics warn of revenue losses and increased gambling risks.
FATF Updates High-Risk Jurisdictions
FATF updates Grey and Black Lists, removing the Philippines. Gambling operators must adjust AML compliance protocols.
Armenia Doubles Online Gambling Taxes
Armenia doubles online gambling taxes, citing economic and social concerns. Lawmakers debate further restrictions on betting activities.
New Jersey Governor Proposes 25% Tax Hike on Online Gambling
Governor Murphy’s proposed tax hike on online gambling in New Jersey sparks industry backlash and concerns.