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As preparations continue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a new study suggests Peru could become one of the most active markets for online sports betting during the tournament. A report by payments company Paysafe discovered that 85% of Peruvian football fans intend to bet online, the highest figure among all markets surveyed. The research also highlights payment speed and trusted brands as leading factors in how bettors choose online sportsbooks. 85% of World Cup Fans in Peru Plan to Bet Online: Story at a Glance Paysafe’s All the Ways Players Pay: World Cup 2026 research found that 60% of […]

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has strongly criticised the country’s fast-growing online betting sector. The president warned that its expanding reach across football, media and daily life is creating social risks. Lula implored the Central Bank to play a stronger role in regulation and tax compliance. His remarks came as Brazil continues to roll out a federal licensing regime for online betting and gaming operators, with dozens of companies already authorised and more applications under review. Brazil’s President Cautions Online Betting is Taking Over Sports: Quick Summary The Brazilian president has intensified his criticism of the online betting […]

Barcelona, January 2026 – Alea, the award-winning iGaming aggregator, will be exhibiting at ICE Barcelona 2026, marking a meaningful moment as the industry’s flagship event arrives in the company’s home city. From 19–21 January, Alea will welcome partners and attendees at booth 2G72, where the company will showcase its aggregation platform alongside the launch of its new jackpot engine. Designed with operators in mind, the solution delivers full control, flexibility, and measurable performance across game portfolios, enabling real-time, multi-level jackpots to be deployed across any game with minimal setup. The new jackpot engine will be presented through an interactive demo […]

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has requested that licensed operators take greater responsibility in tackling the illegal market. The regulator wants industry stakeholders to ensure that third-party suppliers do not support unlicensed gambling operators. It has also raised concerns about the scale of illicit gambling advertisements and warned that the Commission cannot tackle this problem on its own. UKGC Implores Licensed Gambling Operators to Target Suppliers and Affiliates Aiding the Unregulated Sector: Key Insights The UK Gambling Commission has asked stakeholders in the regulated sector to play a stronger role in eliminating black market activities by cutting ties with suppliers, […]

Finland is preparing to open parts of its gambling market to licensed private operators from 2027. The development comes in the wake of the parliament approving a new Gambling Act, proposing to end Veikkaus Oy’s monopoly on gambling activities across the country. Under the proposed law, the state-owned gambling operator would still retain exclusive rights over lottery-type games, scratch cards, and several land-based products. While online casinos, slots, bingo, and betting activities would be available to licensed operators. Finland Finalises Plans to Launch Competitive Online Gambling Markets in 2027: Quick Summary Finland is moving towards a licensed gambling market after […]

The Swedish Gambling Authority, Spelinspektionen, has reported a continued decline in suspected match-fixing cases in the last few years, highlighting a shift in integrity indicators across regulated betting markets in the country. The statistics for 2025 show that the regulator received fewer alerts from integrity organisations compared to the last two years. While the results are encouraging, officials warned that fewer reports do not confirm that the numbers have not been tampered with. Swedish Gambling Regulator Reveals Fewer Match-Fixing Alerts in 2025: Key Insights According to the Swedish Gambling Authority, suspected match-fixing cases dropped significantly in 2025. The regulator received […]

The Union Government of India has blocked 242 illegal betting and gambling websites as part of a wider initiative to crack down on providers of online games of chance. The enforcement drive follows the implementation of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act (PROGA) in India. Officials claim that the crackdown aims to restrict illegal operations and protect consumers, especially the younger generation, from the dangers of gambling harm. India Blocks 242 Illegal Gambling Websites, Taking the Total Up to 7,800: Highlights of the Story India’s Union Government has blocked 242 illegal betting and gambling websites in a single […]

The Canadian Gaming Association, a national trade organisation representing gambling operators and suppliers, has recently adopted a new code for responsible gambling advertisements. Developed in 2025 as part of a broader initiative for promoting responsible gambling, the CGA Code reflects the industry’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of transparency, integrity and social responsibility in advertising. Canada Introduces New Gambling Advertisement Guidelines: Quick Overview Starting in January 2026, the Canadian Gaming Association has introduced a new responsible advertising code. It applies to gambling promotions across all major advertising channels and is enforced through Ad Standards Canada. The CGA code sets […]

Ace Alliance has released the 2026 iGaming Trendbook, a must-read compilation of expert insights and perspectives from across the iGaming industry. This year’s Trendbook brings together 57 industry leaders to share their views on the most influential trends that will shape the iGaming industry in 2026. Faruk Aydin, Managing Director at Ace Alliance, commented: While there is no shortage of reports circulating today, many are buried under jargon or overshadowed by commercial messaging. We took a different approach. We kept the complex data and buzzwords out. We ensured you wouldn’t have to wade through a sea of advertisements to find […]

Norway’s gambling regulator, Lotteritilsynet, has issued a new set of licences for postcode lotteries and approved one permit for a recycling-style lottery. The latest measure expands the number of authorised operators in two formats that have been exempted from Norway’s wider gambling monopoly. Gambling in Norway is under total state control, even as political debate continues over whether to introduce a competitive licensing framework. Norway Issues New Lottery Permits Amid Calls for Regulatory Reforms: Quick Overview Norway’s national gambling regulator has issued 23 new licences for postcode lotteries and approved one recycling-style lottery licence. These permits apply to lottery formats […]