iGaming News, Trends & Insights

Brazil tax reform news banner featuring CBS and IBS regulation announcement.

Yagmur Uysal Content Manager

Brazil Formalises CBS and IBS Tax Framework for National Betting Industry

The Brazilian federal government has officially regulated the collection of the Contribution on Goods and Services (CBS) and the Symmetry on Goods and Services Tax (IBS), marking a definitive step in the nation’s historic tax reform. According to an announcement from Agência Brasil, the executive decree outlines how these value-added taxes (VAT) will apply to the betting and gaming sectors. The regulation is designed to simplify a fragmented tax code by replacing several federal levies with a unified dual VAT structure, impacting both local and international operators authorised to function within the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) framework. Fiscal […]

Sweden's Spelpaus verification compliance announcement banner with Ace Alliance branding.

Yagmur Uysal Content Manager

Sweden to Implement Stricter Spelpaus Verification Rules in August 2026

The Swedish Gambling Authority, Spelinspektionen, has finalised new technical regulations governing the national self-exclusion registry, Spelpaus.se. According to the official announcement from Spelinspektionen, these updated measures will come into force on August 1, 2026. The directive is designed to eliminate technical loopholes that previously allowed excluded players to access gaming platforms and to ensure that licensee databases are synchronised with the national registry with zero latency. Strategic Impact: Key Takeaways From the New Regulatory Framework The transition to these stricter protocols reflects a shift toward automated, high-frequency compliance monitoring in the Nordic region. Stateless Authentication: Operators must move away from […]

Romania's regulatory roadmap for 2026 ONJN report banner by Ace Alliance.

Yagmur Uysal Content Manager

Romania’s ONJN Reports Major Reforms in First Year of New Mandate

The National Office for Gambling (ONJN) has released its comprehensive Activity Report for the period April 25, 2025 – April 25, 2026, marking exactly one year since Vlad-Cristian Soare assumed the presidency. The document details a significant institutional pivot from administrative backlog towards a data-driven enforcement model centred on transparency and technical oversight. The regulator reported that over 98% of authorised operators are now in compliance with new reporting standards, even as enforcement actions against the unauthorized sector reached record levels. Strategic Impact: Key Takeaways From the 2026 Mandate Report The mandate’s first year was defined by the transition from […]

South Korea appoints new NGCC chairman announcement banner with Ace Alliance branding

Yagmur Uysal Content Manager

Policy Specialist Choi Byung-hwan to Helm South Korea’s Gambling Commission

South Korea has officially appointed Choi Byung-hwan, a seasoned policy expert and former senior government official, as the new Chairman of the National Gambling Control Commission (NGCC). According to an announcement from the NGCC, Choi will lead the country’s gambling watchdog for a three-year term, tasked with modernising the nation’s regulatory framework and strengthening safeguards against gambling-related harm. Choi succeeds the outgoing leadership at a time when South Korea is balancing the economic contributions of its legalised gambling sectors, including horse racing, lotteries, and foreigner-only casinos, against rising public concern over problem gambling and the proliferation of illegal online markets. […]

News banner announcing Gamecheck partnership with professional boxing twins Carl and Ben Fail.

Yagmur Canel Content Manager

UK Boxers Partner with Gamecheck to Champion Fair Play

Gamecheck, the independent game integrity platform, is partnering with UK professional boxers Carl Fail and Ben Fail, effective 1 April 2026. The partnership brings together two worlds united by the same principle: that when you step into a competition, the rules must be the same for everyone. James Elliot, founder of Gamecheck, states: We’re delighted to be partnering with Carl and Ben. They understand what it means to compete honestly and expect the same from their opponents. That’s exactly the kind of credibility we want behind the Gamecheck message. When players choose an online casino, they deserve the same fair […]

News banner stating Argentina Strengthens Market Insulation Against Unlicensed Operators.

Yagmur Canel Content Manager

Argentine Authorities Execute Mass Blockade of 251 Unlicensed Gambling Domains

The National Communications Entity (ENACOM), acting on a judicial order from the San Isidro Prosecutor’s Office, has initiated a large-scale enforcement action resulting in the blocking of 251 unlicensed betting websites. This operation, spearheaded by Prosecutor Alejandro Musso of the specialized Cybercrime Unit, represents one of the most significant crackdowns on the offshore gambling market in Argentina to date. The measure aims to curb the proliferation of unauthorized platforms that bypass local tax obligations and age-verification protocols. Strategic Implications of the San Isidro Enforcement The recent judicial intervention signals a shift toward more aggressive technical enforcement within the Argentine jurisdiction. […]

Ace Alliance banner: Michigan Gaming Control Board Extends Gamban Services for responsible gaming.

Yagmur Canel Content Manager

MGCB Launches Free Online Gambling Blocking Initiative via Gamban Partnership

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 […]

Ace Alliance news banner on UK gambling advertising reform and the latest APPG report.

Yagmur Canel Content Manager

Westminster Reevaluates Gambling Advertising Framework Following APPG Public Health Report

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 […]

Ace Alliance banner: Evoplay and Oleybet Forge Strategic Brazilian Partnership headline on blue background

Yagmur Canel Content Manager

Evoplay Strengthens Brazilian Market Position Through Oleybet Integration

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 […]

Yagmur Uysal Content Manager

The Power of Sweepstakes: How Infingame Brings Strategic Value to the iGaming Market

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 […]