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The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has announced a strategic partnership with software provider Gamban to provide Michigan residents with free access to online gambling blocking tools. Effective immediately, the initiative allows individuals to download software that prevents access to thousands of regulated and unauthorized gambling sites and applications across multiple devices. This move marks an expansion of Michigan’s player protection toolkit, complementing existing state-managed self-exclusion registries. Strategic Impact on the Michigan Market Before assessing the technical rollout, it is essential to consider the regulatory and commercial implications of this statewide distribution. The integration of third-party blocking software into the […]

The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Gambling Related Harm has issued a comprehensive report calling for the UK government to reclassify gambling advertising as a public health issue. This shift in framing suggests a move away from the industry-led self-regulation model toward a more rigid legislative structure. The report argues that current measures are insufficient to protect vulnerable demographics, particularly young adults and those with existing gambling-related disorders. Strategic Implications for UK Market Stakeholders The proposed transition to a public health framework introduces several critical shifts for operators and marketing affiliates active in the UK jurisdiction. Heightened Compliance Risk: A […]

Evoplay, a prominent Tier-1 game development studio, has formalised a strategic partnership with operator Oleybet to expand its commercial reach within the Brazilian market. This agreement facilitates the integration of Evoplay’s diverse portfolio (encompassing slots, table games, and instant games) onto Oleybet’s platform. The move aligns with both entities’ objectives to capitalise on the high demand for localised, mobile-first content in South America’s largest economy. Strategic Objectives of the Evoplay-OleyBet Integration This partnership represents a calculated move to deepen market penetration during a critical transition period for the Brazilian gaming industry. For Evoplay, the deal provides a direct pipeline to […]

Infingame is strengthening its position in one of the fastest-growing segments of the iGaming industry, leveraging deep expertise in sweepstakes to help operators and game developers unlock new growth opportunities. Growth of the Sweepstakes Model in North America, Canada, and Australia  Over the past year, sweepstakes have moved from a niche concept to a major focus area, particularly in North America, where the model has gained significant traction across the US, with growing interest in markets such as Canada and Australia. This momentum is being driven by a fundamental shift in how players engage with gaming products. Dmytro Kryvorchuk, COO […]

The National Police Agency (NPA) of Japan has released its comprehensive enforcement statistics for the 2025 fiscal year, revealing an aggressive and successful campaign against the country’s unauthorized digital gambling market. According to the official NPA report (published April 2026), Japanese authorities logged a 35% year-on-year increase in arrests related to illegal online gambling. The data underscores a strategic pivot by Japanese law enforcement: moving beyond targeting individual players to dismantling the financial and technical infrastructure that sustains offshore grey market operators. Dismantling the Payment Surrogate Networks The most significant shift in the 2025 data is the focus on payment […]

The Indian digital landscape is set for a fundamental transformation. On 22 April 2026, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) officially notified the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Rules (PROGA), 2025, bringing them into full operational force starting 1 May 2026. The notification marks the end of the grey market era for Real-Money Gaming (RMG) in India. By establishing a clear, digital-first regulatory architecture, the government is moving to eliminate any ambiguity between permissible social gaming and prohibited money-based wagering. This follows the Indian Cabinet’s approval of the Online Gambling Bill late last year, which set the […]

New Zealand has reached the definitive milestone in its journey toward a regulated iGaming market. The Gambling (Online Casino Advertising and Licensing) Amendment Bill has officially passed its final reading in Parliament. With the final reading now complete, the legislation awaits Royal Assent to officially become an Act of Parliament. This transition from a prohibited offshore model to a strictly licensed domestic regime was first signalled when the government introduced the Online Casino Gambling Bill in late 2025. With the legislative path now cleared, the industry has a definitive view of the statutory requirements that will govern the market upon […]

In a significant escalation of its enforcement strategy, the Brazilian Ministry of Justice and Public Security (MJSP) has officially notified Google and Apple regarding the presence of unlicensed gambling applications on their respective platforms. The notification, issued on 18 April 2026, demands that the tech giants take immediate action to identify and remove betting apps that do not comply with the new federal regulatory framework. This move signals a shift from targeting operators directly to targeting the digital infrastructure that allows them to reach Brazilian consumers. Cutting Off the Digital Supply Chain The MJSP’s action, spearheaded by the Secretariat for […]

In a decisive move to end the social scourge of offshore gaming, the Philippine government has officially launched a single, unified set of rules to enforce the total nationwide ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs). Led by Executive Secretary Ralph Recto, the signing of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on 22 April 2026 consolidates Executive Order (EO) 74 and Republic Act (RA) 12312 (the POGO Ban Act) into a comprehensive omnibus action plan. This new framework synchronises 15 separate laws and department orders, providing the government with a precise and sophisticated tool to prevent the resurgence of illegal gambling […]

In a definitive legal shift, the Belgian Constitutional Court has ruled that the national ban on gambling advertisements must be applied uniformly across all platforms, including online gaming. The decision, formalised in Case No. 45/2026 on 16 April 2026, strikes down previous legal challenges that sought to exempt certain online sectors from the restrictive measures introduced in 2023. The ruling is the culmination of a legal battle brought by several gambling operators who argued that the blanket ban on untargeted advertising unfairly discriminated against digital platforms. The Court, however, has sided with public health advocates, stating that the protection of […]