Georgia Passes Law Letting Casinos Host International Gambling Tournaments, With Tax Breaks
Georgia's Parliament voted 73-5 on 28 October to allow international gambling tournaments, with fee and tax exemptions above a GEL 3 million prize pool.
Sweepstakes Casinos Pull Out of Oklahoma as SB 1589 Ban Takes Effect 1 November
Stake.us, McLuck, Modo and others are ending sweepstakes play in Oklahoma before SB 1589, the dual-currency ban passed over a veto, starts 1 November 2026.
Chilean Senators Push Online Gambling Ban as Kast Government Files Licensing Plan
Senators Saavedra, Ibáñez and Núñez filed amendments to ban private online gambling in Chile as the Kast government proposed five-year licenses and a 22% tax.
Pennsylvania Bill HB 2879 Would Ban Microbets, Cap Deposits and Curb Gambling Ads
Pennsylvania HB 2879 from Rep. Tarik Khan would ban microbets, limit deposits to two a day, set loss limits and restrict betting ads. It sits in committee.
Raked to the Bone: Romania Wants 40% of Your Jackpot — While Its Own Regulators Get Pinched Taking Bribes
Romania's new gambling tax can take up to 40% of large jackpot winnings while the country's gambling regulator faces corruption allegations.
Sunshine, Software, and Suits: Lucky Lou Cracks Open Cyprus's Grand Gambling Blueprint
Cyprus generated €1.33 billion in regulated betting turnover in 2025. Lucky Lou examines country's gambling taxes, B2B licensing, EU tax.
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.
Greece Tightens Illegal Gambling Laws
Greece plans new laws to crack down on illegal gambling, with tough fines and prison terms. Operators and players risk severe penalties.
Philippines Online Gambling Bill Sparks Investor Fears
A new bill to tighten online gambling laws in the Philippines triggers market volatility and raises industry concerns.
Bill to Ban Online Sweepstakes, Advances to Senate Vote
Connecticut’s SB 1235 moves to the Senate, aiming to ban online sweepstakes and lottery couriers, and expand legal betting options.
Colorado Delays Ban on Sports Betting Promotional Tax
Colorado’s ban on sports betting promo tax deductions is delayed, with millions in new tax revenue expected.
Georgia’s Sports Betting Push Stalls as Lawmakers Miss Deadline
Georgia lawmakers failed to pass sports betting legislation before the deadline, delaying potential legalization until at least 2026.
Calls for Total iGaming Ban Resurface in the Philippines
Philippine Senator renews calls for a total iGaming POGO ban as illegal gambling networks continue to thrive.
New Hampshire Senate Committee Delays Vote on iGaming Bill
New Hampshire’s Senate committee takes no action on SB 168, delaying potential online casino legalization amid Opposition and Concerns
US Senate Judiciary to Discuss SAFE Bet Act
The US Senate Judiciary Committee will hold a hearing on sports betting and the SAFE Bet Act on December 17 to address gambling standards.
Victoria Regulator Fines $100K for Pokie Licence Misinformation
VGCCC fines Goulburn Valley Hotel $100K for false information on pokie licence application, enforcing stricter compliance.
Victoria Unveils Gambling Reform Bill with Mandatory Limits
Victoria’s Gambling Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 proposes new pre-commitment limits, a carded-play system,.
Australia Delays Gambling Ad Reform Amid Political Disputes
Australia’s gambling ad reform faces delays as ministers cite conflicting reasons, sparking criticism from advocacy groups and opposition.
Alabama Prepares for 2025 Gambling Legislation Revamp
Alabama lawmakers and stakeholders, including the Poarch Creek Indians, are gearing up for a 2025 push to legalize gambling.
French Government to Hold Public Consultation
France postpones online casino regulation plans, announcing a public consultation with operators to discuss framework.
Flutter Concerned Over Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Bill
Flutter welcomes Ireland's new Gambling Regulation Bill but warns of unintended impacts on horse racing and black market growth.
Swedish Parliament to Reconsider Gambling Tax Rate
Swedish parliament considers lowering the gambling tax to boost channelisation rates and retain players in the licensed market.
Georgia’s New Tax Regime for Online Gambling
Georgia introduces favorable tax rates for online gambling to attract international operators targeting foreign markets.
Latvia Proposes Gambling Age Increase to 21
Latvia proposes raising the gambling age to 21, setting new regulations for gambling venues and online gaming.