Europe's Black Market Gambling Boom Hits €91.6 Billion
Illegal online gambling in Europe reached €91.6 billion in 2025, costing EU governments €22.9 billion in lost tax revenue.
Gaming Testing Giants Are Consolidating—Should Operators Be Concerned?
Visualize acquires eCOGRA, expanding its gaming compliance portfolio after BMM Testlabs and reshaping the testing sector.
Austria's New Gambling License Sets a €10 Million Barrier
Austria unveils new online gambling license rules with a €10M capital requirement ahead of its 2027 regulated market launch.
North Carolina Set to Raise Sports Betting Tax to 23%
North Carolina plans to raise its sports betting tax to 23%, reshaping operator costs and public funding. isn't simply another budget measure.
Georgia's New Gambling License Could Turn It into the Next Malta
Discover how Georgia's new online gambling license could attract global operators with a 5% GGR tax and foreign-only gaming model.
EU Eyes €13.3 Billion Gambling Levy as Budget Pressure Mounts
The European Commission believes an EU gambling tax could generate €13.3 billion, but major industry resistance is already emerging.
Louisiana Targets Gambling-Fueled Abuse With Tough New Betting Law
Louisiana lawmakers approved a bill allowing regulators to ban sports bettors who threaten athletes over gambling outcomes.
The Local Council Gamble: How Romania Triggered a Regulatory Crisis
Romania’s GEO 7/2026 has triggered uncertainty, venue closures, and a sharp decline in slot machines across the country.
Florida Seizes 69 Illegal Slot Machines in Latest Gambling Crackdown
Florida authorities seized 69 illegal slot machines and over $62,000 in cash during raids targeting underground gambling operations.
North Carolina Tightens Ethics Rules as Prediction Markets Expand
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein extended ethics rules to prediction markets, banning employees from using insider information for profit.
ONJN Spent the Last Year Cleaning Up Romania’s Gambling Industry
Romania’s ONJN blacklisted 300 gambling sites, launched new player protections, and expanded enforcement powers in 2025-26.
Indonesia’s Online Gambling Crisis Is Reaching Children Under 10
Indonesia says nearly 200,000 children were exposed to online gambling as authorities intensify crackdowns on illegal betting ads.
Ontario Launches One-Click Gambling Lockout Across All Licensed Sites
Ontario launched BetGuard, a province-wide self-exclusion tool blocking access to all regulated gambling sites with one request.
Oklahoma Crushes Sweepstakes Casino Loophole After Veto Override
Oklahoma lawmakers overrode Gov. Stitt’s veto to ban sweepstakes casinos and dual-currency gambling platforms statewide.
Unregulated Gambling Is Bigger Than Almost Every Economy on Earth
A new report claims unregulated online gambling generated $5.9 trillion in wagers in 2025. Here’s why the numbers matter.
Oklahoma Blocks Sweepstakes Casino Ban — And Leaves Players in Legal Limbo
Oklahoma vetoed a bill targeting sweepstakes casinos, leaving unregulated gambling apps accessible statewide. Here’s what it really means.
Colorado’s New Betting Rules Hit Credit Cards and Aggressive Ads
Colorado’s new sports betting bill bans credit card deposits and targets risky gambling behavior. Here’s what it really means for players.
Romania’s Class II License: The Compliance Backbone Powering Europe’s iGaming Supply Chain
Romania Class II license explained: costs, process, & why B2B iGaming suppliers need it in 2026. Full compliance guide and strategy insights.
EU iGaming Evolution 2016–2026: From Monopolies to Regulated Chaos
From monopolies to over-regulation, Europe reshaped iGaming in 10 years. Discover key changes, challenges, and why Romania stands out in 2026.
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.
South Africa Launches Gambling Verification Portal to Fight Unlicensed Operators
South Africa’s NGB launches a “Verified Operators” portal listing licensed gambling brands, aiding public checks & enforcement.
Mexico’s 50% Gambling Tax Shock: Channelisation at Risk, World Cup Tailwinds Ahead
Mexico’s IEPS gambling tax jumps to 50% in 2026. AIEJA warns of black-market growth, yet World Cup 2026 could boost legal betting.
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.
Colombia Launches Regulated Keno with Blockchain Tickets
Coljuegos launches regulated Keno nationwide with blockchain ticketing, four regional operators and fast draws—projected COP 500bn.