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India Launches New Online Gaming Regulatory Framework
India has introduced a new regulatory framework for online gaming, banning money-based games while establishing a central authority to classify, license and oversee permitted gaming activities under stricter compliance and consumer protection rules.
Norsk Rikstoto Glitch Allows Unpaid Betting
A system failure at Norsk Rikstoto allowed thousands of unpaid bets, triggering regulatory scrutiny and raising concerns over financial losses, compliance breaches and the impact on Norway’s regulated betting market.
Tabcorp Restricts Professional Bettors Amid Scrutiny
Tabcorp has restricted several professional bettors across its platforms, citing risk management measures, as the move raises questions around compliance, transparency and the treatment of high-value customers in the betting industry.
US Senate Bans Members from Prediction Market Betting
The US Senate has banned members and staff from using prediction markets amid insider trading concerns, as lawmakers push for broader restrictions across government and increased oversight of betting on political and global events.
Brazil Regulates CBS Tax for Betting and Lotteries
Brazil has introduced CBS tax regulations for betting and lotteries, applying GGR-based taxation as part of wider fiscal reforms, with operators facing increasing tax rates under the new framework.
Bangladesh Plans Nationwide Gambling Crackdown
Bangladesh is set to launch a nationwide crackdown on gambling and online betting, focusing on illegal operations and financial networks as authorities adopt a stricter enforcement approach following the end of parliament’s session.
NCAA Bans Players Over Betting, Point-Shaving Probe
The NCAA has ruled multiple players permanently ineligible following a point-shaving and illegal betting investigation, highlighting ongoing integrity concerns across college sports and wider enforcement efforts.
South Korea Appoints New Gambling Commission Chair
South Korea has appointed Choi Byung-hwan as chairman of the National Gambling Control Commission, marking a new term focused on strengthening consumer protection while supporting sustainable development across the country’s gambling sector.
Ukraine Sees Surge in Gambling Self-Exclusion Requests
Ukraine has recorded a sharp rise in self-exclusion requests, with over 3,000 applications in 2026, reflecting increased player awareness and stronger regulatory enforcement across both legal and illegal gambling markets.
PLI Urges Ban on Lottery Betting in Ireland
Premier Lotteries Ireland is urging the government to ban lottery betting, claiming it led to €289 million in lost sales and reduced funding for charitable causes within Ireland’s National Lottery system.
Brazil Betting Tax Revenue Surges 123.7% in Q1 2026
Brazil’s betting tax revenue reached R$3.397 billion in Q1 2026, rising 123.7% year-on-year following regulation and fiscal reforms, although monthly figures showed a declining trend throughout the period.
Paris Weather Betting Probe Raises Integrity Concerns
French authorities are investigating suspected manipulation of Paris weather data used in prediction markets after a series of well-timed bets generated significant payouts, raising broader concerns around data reliability and market integrity.