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India Blocks 8,376 Offshore Gambling URLs in 2026
India’s Ministry of Electronics and IT has blocked 8,376 offshore gambling URLs in 2026 under the Online Gaming Act, 2025. Despite enforcement, offshore platform usage is growing, revealing ongoing challenges for regulators in curbing illegal online betting.
JCM Global Partners CasinoSoft for Jackpot Tech
JCM Global has partnered with CasinoSoft to integrate jackpot processing and W-2G reporting into its Fuzion platform, enabling automated payouts and compliance workflows directly at the gaming machine to improve efficiency and accuracy.
DigiPlus Partners Manny Pacquiao for Gaming Push
DigiPlus has partnered with Manny Pacquiao to launch themed games, expand brand engagement and integrate MannyPay across its platforms, strengthening its gaming ecosystem in the Philippines.
BetPlay and Súper Astro Drive Colombia’s Gaming Growth
BetPlay and Súper Astro continue to dominate Colombia’s gaming market, contributing billions to the state. Coljuegos highlights growth driven by online betting, lottery products, and strengthened regulatory oversight to protect public funds and ensure industry integrity.
Philippines Targets Gaming in AML Law Update
The Philippines is advancing AML reforms that expand oversight to online gaming and digital finance sectors, introducing stricter compliance requirements and enhanced enforcement powers to address evolving financial crime risks.
Albania Imposes Strict Rules on Online Sports Betting
Albania’s new online sports betting rules introduce strict technological, operational, and financial requirements. Licensed operators must implement secure systems, real-time transaction reporting, and robust identity verification, ensuring a fully regulated and transparent betting market.
Fast Payments Reshape UK & Ireland Online Casinos
Online casinos in the UK and Ireland are accelerating transactions through instant banking and digital wallets, reducing withdrawal times and reshaping competition as operators balance speed with regulatory compliance and player expectations.
Caixa Suspends Pix Services at Lottery Outlets
Caixa Econômica Federal will suspend Pix Saque and Pix Troco at lottery outlets nationwide from March, prompting industry concern over reduced cash flow, lower foot traffic and operational strain on thousands of licensed small businesses.
DraftKings Approved for Online Sportsbook in Arkansas
DraftKings has been approved by the Arkansas Racing Commission to launch its online sportsbook through Southland Casino Hotel, extending its US footprint to 30 states while offering responsible gaming features and advanced mobile sports betting options.
Turkey Blocks ₺5B in Illegal Betting Funds in 2025 Crackdown
Turkey intensified its anti-illegal betting campaign in 2025, blocking ₺5 billion in suspect funds and targeting payment providers, crypto channels, and account mules as regulators tightened financial system controls nationwide.
FreeKassa Offline After Probe Into Illegal Casino Payments
FreeKassa has gone offline following an investigation linking it to illegal casino transactions in Russia. Authorities and media reports point to grey-market payment flows, while Kassa.AI is flagged as a possible replacement processor.
Indonesia Cuts Illegal Online Gambling Turnover by 20%
Indonesia’s financial intelligence unit reports a 20% year-on-year decline in illegal online gambling turnover in 2025, reflecting intensified enforcement efforts, while transaction volumes and payment activity remain substantial across digital channels.