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The British Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) has underscored the real‑world risks posed by illegal gambling markets as a central concern at its 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM). In a comprehensive presentation to members and stakeholders, the trade body drew attention to the growing scale of unlicensed activity, the consumer harms associated with it, and the need for intensified enforcement collaboration between industry and regulators in the UK. The message from the BGC reflects an industry increasingly focused not only on commercial growth but also on tackling harmful activity that exists outside the regulated framework. Illegal Gambling Market Defined as […]

The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has formally called on the European Commission to adopt a robust action plan aimed at combating the increasing incidence of online gambling fraud across EU markets. In its submission to the Commission’s public consultation on online fraud, EGBA emphasised the need for coordinated EU-wide measures encompassing enforcement, data sharing, and technological innovation. The intervention underscores growing concern over fraud vulnerabilities within digital gambling ecosystems and reflects broader momentum among European regulators to tighten consumer protection and security metrics. Addressing the Scope of Online Gambling Fraud Across Europe EGBA’s submission to the European Commission […]

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has issued a formal appeal to the UK’s gambling harm treatment commissioners, urging them to maintain continuity of care and quality standards for people experiencing gambling‑related harms as commissioning responsibility shifts under the emerging statutory levy model. The call comes with the publication of the CQC’s end-of-programme assessment of gambling treatment services delivered through the National Gambling Support Network (NGSN). The regulator highlighted that ongoing assessment and oversight will be crucial to safeguarding the quality and accessibility of treatment as structural changes to funding and commissioning arrangements are implemented. CQC’s Assessment Highlights Quality and Access […]

Minnesota lawmakers have advanced two significant legislative measures targeting online sweepstakes casinos and prediction markets, sending both bills forward for further committee review. The proposals, Senate File 4474 (SF 4474) and House File 4437 (HF 4437), take distinct but complementary approaches to curb emerging forms of unregulated gaming activity in the state. Overview: Two Distinct Bills Address Different Market Segments The Minnesota Legislature’s action reflects growing concern about unlicensed gaming models and speculative betting platforms operating in the absence of a comprehensive state gambling framework. The two bills are structured to target separate categories of activities: SF 4474 focuses on […]

A coalition of gambling harm and public health advocates has filed a landmark lawsuit against the National Football League (NFL), DraftKings, FanDuel, and Genius Sports, alleging that the promotion of “microbetting” features has contributed to addictive and harmful wagering practices. The complaint, filed by the Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI), asserts that the defendants have enabled and marketed rapid, event‑based bets in ways that exacerbate gambling addiction and fail to protect vulnerable players. The legal action represents a significant escalation in consumer lawsuits targeting the integration of sports and high‑frequency wagering products, focusing squarely on the business practices and product […]

The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has released a report highlighting an emerging proliferation financing (PF) typology involving North Korean IT workers. The report is part of the GSC’s ongoing efforts to help online operators identify and mitigate risks related to money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing. Key Insights: North Korean IT Workers and Growing Risks in iGaming AML The GSC’s findings emphasise the potential risks of proliferation financing within the iGaming sector, urging operators to reassess their compliance frameworks. Although no direct evidence links gambling operations to these activities, the growing reliance on remote tech professionals […]

The Netherlands’ gambling regulator has issued a formal compliance notice to a licensed operator, JACKS.NL for breaching the country’s prohibition on sports sponsorship and related advertising. The action highlights ongoing enforcement against gambling marketing practices that run counter to Dutch regulatory standards, reinforcing the strict boundaries placed on how operators engage with the public and the sports sector. The notice follows a review of promotional activity that the regulator found to be inconsistent with the existing legal framework governing gambling advertising and sponsorship in the Netherlands. Advertising Conduct Deemed in Breach of Sponsorship Rules The regulator’s notice centres on promotional […]

Romania’s National Gambling Office (ONJN) has filed a criminal complaint against a licensed affiliate for directing players to unlicensed gambling platforms during an ongoing crackdown on illegal gambling activities. The complaint, submitted to the Directorate for Investigating Organised Crime and Terrorism (DIICOT), highlights how the affiliate’s site exploited technical mechanisms to redirect users to foreign, unlicensed gambling sites, bypassing Romania’s strict gaming regulations. This action by ONJN represents a significant step in the country’s ongoing efforts to enforce compliance within its gambling market, as it seeks to protect consumers and maintain a fair and regulated environment. Affiliate Redirects Users to […]

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has officially launched its Innovation Task Force, a new initiative aimed at developing clear regulatory guidelines for emerging technologies within U.S. financial markets. The task force, led by Michael J. Passalacqua, senior advisor to Chairman Michael S. Selig, will focus on three critical areas: crypto assets, artificial intelligence (AI), and prediction markets. This effort is designed to address the challenges posed by these rapidly growing sectors while ensuring the continued integrity and transparency of U.S. financial markets. This initiative reflects the CFTC’s ongoing commitment to staying at the forefront of market innovation while […]

Greece’s gaming regulator is urging licensed gambling operators to gear up for the European Union’s upcoming anti-money laundering (AML) rules, which will be enforced under a new pan-European regulatory body. At the same time, Athens has announced plans to raise the taxes on online casino player winnings starting in July 2026. The dual developments are expected to have significant financial and operational implications for operators, while raising the stakes for Greece’s already-complex regulatory environment. Key Changes for Greek Gambling Operators: Taxation and Compliance Greece’s gaming landscape is set to change, with two major regulatory and fiscal shifts likely to affect […]