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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.
South Korea Reports Rising Youth Gambling Concerns
South Korea reports 5,838 young people receiving gambling-related assistance, while 24,474 teenagers were identified as high-risk in 2025 and new rules expand prevention education across schools.
Brazil Football Clubs Oppose Betting Market Restrictions
Brazilian football clubs and federations have opposed potential betting restrictions, warning that ending the regulated market could affect club finances, sponsorship agreements and investment while driving consumers towards unregulated gambling platforms.
S&P Expects DigiPlus to Lead Philippine Online Gaming
S&P Global Ratings expects DigiPlus to retain its leading position in Philippine online gambling, supported by user engagement and market strength, while consolidation and regulatory changes remain key factors.
Philippines Shuts 8,000 Merchant Accounts Over Gambling
Philippine authorities have closed more than 8,000 merchant accounts allegedly linked to illegal online casinos, while BSP and PAGCOR work to strengthen payment oversight and merchant screening.
Ireland Betting Industry Warns of Higher Duty Impact
Ireland’s betting industry is opposing proposed betting duty increases, warning of shop closures, job losses and black-market growth, while former Paddy Power chief Stewart Kenny supports higher taxes on online casino operators.