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Brazil Illegal Betting Market Could Reach R$43.3bn
Brazil’s illegal betting market could generate up to R$43.3 billion in annual GGR, while unauthorized operators may deprive the government of up to R$12 billion in tax revenue.
Bangladesh Gambling Bill Targets Online and Digital Gambling
Bangladesh plans to replace its 1867 gambling law with a digital-era framework covering online betting, technology providers, financial accounts, AI monitoring, identity verification and tougher penalties for gambling-related offences.
Malta to Raise Gaming Tax on Local Casino Revenue
Malta will increase gaming tax on local casino revenue to 15% from October 2026, alongside revised rates for other gaming services and a higher levy on live casino studio broadcasting.
Finland Receives 75 Gambling Licence Applications
Finland has received 75 gambling licence applications ahead of its competitive market launch on July 1, 2027, with operators facing a €29,000 processing fee per application.
Cambodia Targets Licensed Casinos in Anti-Scam Push
Cambodia is extending its anti-scam campaign to licensed casinos, with authorities planning tighter inspections and management measures while investigating financial networks linked to alleged cybercrime operations.
PAGCOR Considers Smart Table Technology for Casinos
PAGCOR is considering requiring smart gaming table technology at Philippine casinos, potentially starting with integrated resorts in the second half of 2027 to strengthen transaction monitoring and regulatory oversight.
Dutch KSA Clarifies Gambling Account Closure Rules
The Dutch Gambling Authority has clarified account closure requirements for licensed gambling operators, stressing that customers should face no unnecessary barriers when leaving and that remaining account balances must be returned without delay.
Polymarket Discusses EU, UK Prediction Market Rules
Polymarket is reportedly discussing prediction market classification with UK and EU regulators, seeking to have some event contracts treated as financial products rather than gambling services.
Lilith Wittmann Claims Curaçao Gaming Authority Breach
German activist Lilith Wittmann has claimed responsibility for breaching Curaçao Gaming Authority systems, saying she accessed information on casino ownership, financing and licence applications for several months.
Gibraltar Gambling Industry Under Pressure, Lyman Says
Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner Andrew Lyman says the jurisdiction remains a key gambling hub despite layoffs, higher UK gambling taxes and cost pressures affecting operators and employees.
ANJ Urges French Operators to Strengthen AML Controls
France’s ANJ has called on licensed gambling operators to strengthen AML and counter-terrorist financing controls, following sanctions linked to deficiencies in asset freezing, customer screening and suspicious transaction reporting.
Dan Whitlam Joins MERKUR Casino UK Compliance Team
Dan Whitlam will join MERKUR Casino UK as Head of Compliance on 28 September 2026, bringing experience from the Gambling Commission and GamCare to oversee compliance, safer gambling, player protection and governance.
Malaysia Immigration Detains 15 in Gambling Raid
Malaysia Immigration detained 15 foreign nationals during a raid on four suspected gambling premises in Pandan Jaya, with authorities seizing passports, electronic devices, documents and RM1,674 in suspected gambling proceeds.
KSA Renews Licences for Eight Dutch Online Operators
The Dutch Gaming Authority has renewed online gambling licences for eight operators, allowing them to remain active through September 2031 following reviews of compliance records and previous regulatory issues.
Cambodia to Suspend Online Gambling in October
Cambodia will suspend online gambling linked to land-based casinos from October as Prime Minister Hun Manet targets technology-related fraud and illegal financial activity while authorities review casino licensing requirements.
Brazil Broadcasters Warn Over Possible Betting Ban
Brazilian broadcasters and football organisations are raising concerns over possible betting restrictions, citing potential effects on advertising, sponsorships, club finances and the risk of consumers shifting to illegal betting platforms.