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Two US senators have introduced new legislation aimed at preventing federal officials from trading on prediction market platforms, citing concerns that access to non-public government information could create opportunities for corruption. The proposed End Prediction Market Corruption Act, introduced by Senators Jeff Merkley (D-Oregon) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minnesota), would prohibit the President, Vice President, members of Congress and certain senior government officials from buying or selling event contracts tied to real-world outcomes. The initiative reflects growing scrutiny in Washington around the rapid expansion of prediction markets, which allow users to trade contracts on political, economic and geopolitical outcomes. What The […]

Sweden’s regulated gambling market generated SEK 28.2 bn (€2.5 bn) in gross gaming revenue in 2025, according to the latest annual report published by the Swedish Gambling Authority (Spelinspektionen). The regulator’s findings indicate continued growth driven primarily by online gambling, even as authorities highlight persistent challenges related to offshore competition and channelisation rates, which may hinder the effectiveness of the regulated market in achieving its intended goals. The report forms part of the regulator’s annual assessment of Sweden’s gambling market following the country’s 2019 licensing reform, which introduced a regulated framework for private operators alongside state-controlled gambling products. Key Market […]

The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has published a new industry-wide Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Statement of Principles for the regulated UK betting and gaming sector, releasing the framework ahead of International Women’s Day on 8 March. The initiative establishes a shared framework for inclusive workplace standards across operators, technology providers and retail betting businesses represented by the council, which collectively account for more than 90% of Britain’s regulated gambling market. What The BGC’s DEI Principles Mean For The Betting Sector The principles aim to provide a baseline framework for member companies to develop inclusive workplace policies while aligning […]

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has introduced mandatory player availability reports for teams participating in the 2026 Division I men’s and women’s basketball tournaments, including financial penalties for non-compliance. The reporting framework is designed to address betting-related integrity risks surrounding March Madness, one of the most heavily wagered sporting events in the United States. The initiative will run as a pilot program during the 2026 tournaments before the NCAA decides whether to expand it to other championships. What the NCAA’s March Madness Reporting Rules Mean for Betting Integrity The new framework formalises how teams disclose player availability and introduces […]

State legislatures across the United States are navigating a tumultuous 2026 gambling bill landscape, with Virginia inching closer to a unified iGaming framework while Mississippi’s efforts to expand mobile sports betting and ban sweepstakes casinos continue to stall. As lawmakers weigh economic opportunities and regulatory safeguards, the diverging paths in these states underline the broader legislative challenges facing regulated online gambling and wagering expansion. Virginia: iGaming Bills Head to Conference Negotiations In Virginia, competing gambling bills that cleared their respective chambers, including proposals to legalize online casino gaming, have now been sent to a conference committee after House and Senate […]

The Danish Gambling Authority (Spillemyndigheden) has formally drawn attention to the latest updates from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on high‑risk jurisdictions, underscoring evolving anti‑money‑laundering (AML) expectations for gambling licence holders and gaming operators in Denmark. Operators are reminded to factor these updated lists into their customer risk assessments and AML compliance frameworks. FATF maintains two distinct lists: a Grey List of jurisdictions under increased monitoring for strategic deficiencies in combatting money laundering and terrorist financing, and a Black List where serious systemic AML/CFT weaknesses and “calls for action” exist. The updated lists incorporate a wide range of countries […]

In a significant move towards enhancing online safety, Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi) has issued a stern warning to Meta over its failure to adequately moderate disinformation and harmful content, including online gambling. The government’s intervention, which follows an unscheduled inspection of Meta’s office in Jakarta, comes as part of broader efforts to enforce stronger content moderation standards on global digital platforms operating in Indonesia. In a parallel development, the Indonesian government has introduced new regulations aimed at protecting children from harmful online environments. The government’s Ministerial Regulation Number 9 of 2026 will prevent children under 16 […]

Mauritius’ Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) has ordered the immediate suspension of all licences held by a licensed betting company, Bet 593 Ltd, as part of an active internal investigation into suspected money‑laundering activity. The regulator has referred its findings to the country’s Financial Crimes Commission (FCC), which has since taken enforcement action, including the provisional arrest of the company’s director. The directive halts both online and retail betting operations and comes as part of broader efforts to ensure compliance with anti‑money‑laundering (AML) and counter‑terrorist financing laws across licensed gambling providers in Mauritius. Regulatory Action and Legal Referral The GRA’s official […]

New Zealand’s Online Casino Gambling Bill has successfully passed its second reading in the House of Representatives, marking a significant milestone in the country’s move towards regulating the online casino market. Introduced in June 2025 by Internal Affairs Minister Hon Brooke van Velden, the bill aims to bring online casino gambling under a structured legal framework, ensuring greater consumer protection, revenue generation, and a controlled market environment. Now progressing to the Committee of the Whole House for a detailed review, the bill will return to Parliament for a third reading after the committee has examined the proposed clauses. Strategic Takeaways from […]

ELA Games is set to accelerate its growth in Denmark through a high-profile partnership with Stake.dk, the Danish arm of the global betting leader, Stake. The deal will see the creative quality and high performance in ELA Games’ growing portfolio integrated into the Stake.dk platform, boosting the operator’s localised content offering. Enhancing Stake.dk’s Danish Portfolio Through this partnership, Stake.dk players will gain immediate access to ELA Games’ unique “WinPot” mechanics and story-driven slots, enhancing the online gambling experience in Denmark. The integration includes the studio’s top-performing titles and the visually stunning adventure, Wealth of Legends. This collaboration means that Stake’s […]