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Shuffle.com Reports Data Breach via Partner Fast Track
Shuffle.com alerts users to a data breach affecting partner Fast Track, exposing personal and transaction data. No passwords or funds were compromised, but users are urged to enable 2FA and remain vigilant for phishing.
EU demands US tech giants prove child safety compliance
The EU steps up DSA enforcement, sending RFIs to Google, Apple, YouTube, and Snap to ensure minors are shielded from harmful content and that platforms comply with stricter online safety rules.
Brazil Bans Crypto in Online Gambling Market Overhaul
Brazil’s regulated betting market bans cryptocurrency payments under Ordinance 615/2024, prioritizing transparency, consumer protection, and compliance while pushing operators to adopt traceable, traditional payment methods across licensed platforms.
Romania Proposes Integrating Casinos with Tourism
Romanian lawmakers propose aligning casinos and betting halls with tourist resorts to enhance economic growth, job creation, and VAT revenue, while emphasizing responsible gaming and regulatory oversight across designated tourist destinations.
PAS Vows Cautious Policy on Betting Shops in Selangor
PAS seeks to ease concerns over potential bans on gambling in Selangor, highlighting gradual, consultative decision-making and citing experience managing diverse urban-rural constituencies as evidence of effective governance.
PAGCOR Boosts Government Revenues Amid Online Gaming Debate
PAGCOR delivered PHP12.7bn to the Philippine Treasury in 2024, supported by strong GGR growth, while online gaming regulation faces uncertainty and authorities target unlicensed operators to protect revenues and public welfare.
Brazil PT Government Faces Collapse of Bets Regime Tax Plan
Brazil’s proposed online gambling tax reform under the Bets regime collapsed after last-minute retroactive changes, leaving a projected R$20.9bn revenue gap and sparking political and industry uncertainty over the country’s regulated gambling framework.
Groupe Barrière to Close Swiss Online Casino GAMRFIRST.ch
Groupe Barrière will close its Swiss online casino GAMRFIRST.ch on 30 October, retreating from the regulated digital market due to taxation and operational challenges, while maintaining focus on its prestigious land-based casinos and hospitality ventures.
Three CPBL Players Suspended Over Online Poker
The CPBL has suspended three TSG Hawks players for participating in online Texas hold ’em games, issuing fines and highlighting the league’s commitment to integrity, ethical conduct, and adherence to Taiwanese gambling laws.
Isle of Man Tightens Oversight After Timor-Leste Crackdown
Following Timor-Leste’s suspension of online gambling licenses amid UN crime findings, the Isle of Man’s GSC is enhancing regulatory vigilance to protect its licensing system from international criminal risks and ensure global trust.
Brazil Keeps 12% Betting Tax, Adds Retroactive Regime
Brazil’s Congress upheld a 12% GGR betting tax under MP 1303, rejecting a proposed 18% increase, but imposed a retroactive 15% levy with penalties for SPA-licensed operators from 2014–2024, while strengthening illegal gambling controls.
14 Charged in Kota Kinabalu Illegal Gambling Case
Fourteen individuals have been charged in Kota Kinabalu for allegedly operating an illegal gambling venue at Wisma Merdeka. All pleaded not guilty, secured bail under varying amounts, and will return to court in late November and early December.
Estonia Bets on Lower Gambling Taxes to Compete with Malta
Estonia plans to reduce its remote gambling tax to 4% by 2028 as part of a strategy to attract international iGaming operators. Supporters see economic potential, while critics warn of financial uncertainty and social risks tied to gambling revenues.
Kazakhstan Pilots Biometric ID Checks in Gambling Sector
Kazakhstan has begun a government-backed pilot introducing biometric identity checks in the gambling industry. The program uses facial recognition and AI to verify players, prevent fraud, restrict minors, and enforce responsible gaming, signalling a major digital shift in regulatory oversight.
Thailand to Introduce Landmark Law for Digital Gaming
Thailand is preparing a first-of-its-kind law to regulate games with gambling-like mechanics, including loot boxes. The bill aims to strengthen transparency, protect consumers, and support industry innovation, positioning Thailand as a regional leader in ethical game regulation.
Rio Leads Gaming Regulation at G2E 2025 Las Vegas
At G2E 2025 in Las Vegas, Rio’s lottery authority Loterj showcased its advanced regulatory model for online gaming and VLTs. Leaders highlighted transparency, innovation, and responsible governance, positioning Rio as a benchmark market for Latin America’s regulated gaming industry.