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Prediction Markets Stir Debate Over Geopolitical Conflict
Prediction markets are facing renewed scrutiny as platforms host bets on potential wars and territorial acquisitions, prompting debate over ethics, influence, and whether turning geopolitical conflict into tradable outcomes normalises extreme scenarios.
Brazil Self-Exclusion Platform Hits 153k Requests Fast
Brazil’s centralized online betting self-exclusion system recorded roughly 153,000 opt-out requests within 20 days, signalling strong player demand for nationwide responsible gambling safeguards and reinforcing the government’s consumer protection agenda.
Japan Turns to Overseas Tech as Online Gambling Surges
Japan is struggling to contain illegal online gambling as user numbers and addiction cases rise sharply. With enforcement proving insufficient, attention is shifting toward overseas-developed blocking tools as a last line of defence.
Banijay exits bet-at-home after selling 53.9% stake
Banijay has finalised the sale of its majority stake in bet-at-home, closing its chapter with the German-facing operator as it pivots toward consolidating Betclic and Tipico into a scaled European betting platform.
Penang Real Estate Agent Loses RM760K in Online Casino Scam
A Penang real estate agent fell victim to an online gambling scam, losing nearly RM760,000 through Casino Marina Bay. The case illustrates the increasing sophistication of investment frauds targeting local residents in Malaysia.
Sri Lanka hikes gaming taxes and local casino fees
Sri Lanka’s new gaming tax regime doubles entry fees for locals to $100 and increases the operator gross collection levy to 18%. The changes coincide with the opening of City of Dreams Sri Lanka, strengthening state revenue and sector regulation.
Sri Lanka Raises Casino and Betting Levies for 2026
Sri Lanka increases its gaming levies, raising the local casino entry fee to $100 and imposing an 18% gross collection charge on operators above monthly thresholds. The move aligns with tourism growth and formal regulatory oversight.
Romania Targets Gambling Reform as ONJN Faces 2026 Test
Romania’s gambling regulator, ONJN, aims to restore sector control in 2026 through enhanced enforcement, digital oversight, and nationwide player protection initiatives, all while navigating political scrutiny and potential legislative changes that could reshape the authority.
Wynn Macau Sets $150M IP Payment Cap for 2026
Wynn Macau will pay up to $150 million in 2026 under intellectual property agreements with parent Wynn Resorts. The perpetual license ensures brand continuity while the cap aligns with previous year’s financial planning.
Ukraine lottery operators submit bids in PlayCity tender
Ukraine’s main lottery operators—M.S.L. LLC, UNL, and PJSC Patriot—have submitted applications for PlayCity’s new licensing tender. The interim licences last through martial law plus one year, while broader regulatory reforms are prepared.
Singapore Casinos File 10,000+ Suspicious Reports
Singapore casinos submitted more than 10,000 suspicious transaction reports in 2024, underscoring their role in detecting illicit activity, enforcing AML rules, and supporting authorities in preventing financial crimes across the gaming sector.
Brazil Extends SPA Cooperation with Digital Council
Brazil’s SPA and the Brazil Digital Council have extended their Cooperation Agreement to June 2026, enhancing collaboration on online betting oversight, enforcement against illegal content, and safeguarding minors in the digital betting environment.
Montenegro Tightens Gambling Compliance Ahead of 2026
Montenegro is intensifying enforcement of its updated Games of Chance law in 2026, focusing on casinos, gaming equipment, advertising restrictions, and media compliance to ensure operators and suppliers meet stricter standards.
Fortaleza Faces Sponsorship Uncertainty After Relegation
Fortaleza Esporte Clube’s drop to Série B threatens its record R$30M Cassino Bet sponsorship. Discussions are ongoing regarding early termination, leaving the club’s finances and planning for the next season uncertain.
Macau Jewellery Store Busted for Illegal Money Exchange
Macau authorities shut down a jewellery store in Cotai that was secretly running an illegal money exchange, arresting two employees and seizing HK$60 million in unlicensed transactions linked to gambling.
Myanmar Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Gambling Networks
Myanmar authorities have destroyed hundreds of illegal buildings in border regions, including KK Park and Shwe Kokko, in a national crackdown targeting online scams and unregulated gambling networks.