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Grupo Orenes Expands Colombia iGaming Strategy
Grupo Orenes continues to expand in Colombia following its Zamba.co acquisition, focusing on long-term growth, personalized experiences and market competitiveness while navigating regulatory changes and increasing pressure from illegal operators.
Philippines Strengthens POGO Ban Enforcement
The Philippine government has introduced a unified enforcement framework to strengthen its nationwide POGO ban, enhancing inter-agency coordination, legal processes, asset seizure and victim support in efforts to dismantle illegal operations.
Stake Denmark Integrates Stakelogic Slot Portfolio
Stake Denmark has integrated Stakelogic’s full slot portfolio through Relax Gaming, expanding its casino offering in the regulated Danish market with a wider range of titles and strengthening its content-driven growth strategy.
Germany Players Prioritise Trust in iGaming
Germany’s regulated iGaming market is seeing a shift in player behaviour, with users focusing on licensing, payment transparency and responsible gambling tools as key trust indicators before depositing funds.
Universal Eyes Japan IR but Stays Cautious
Universal Entertainment is monitoring Japan’s upcoming integrated resort bidding process but has yet to commit to a strategy, keeping focus on Okada Manila while evaluating potential opportunities in the competitive and regulated domestic market.
Brazil Signals Stricter Gambling Rules, No Ban
Brazil’s government is leaning toward tighter gambling regulation instead of a full ban, as policymakers assess measures on advertising, consumer protection and financial risks amid rising household debt and ongoing political debate.
Google Blocks 270M Gambling Ads in 2025
Google has blocked or removed hundreds of millions of gambling ads in 2025 using AI systems, as global regulators increase pressure on Big Tech to curb illegal betting promotions and strengthen online advertising compliance.
France Gambling Revenue Hits €14.1bn in 2025
France’s gambling sector recorded €14.1 billion in 2025 revenue, supported by strong online betting and lottery growth, alongside a recovery in casinos, while PMU faced continued decline amid shifting market dynamics.
PAGCOR Retains ISO 9001 Certification
PAGCOR has retained its ISO 9001:2015 certification following a multi-site audit, highlighting consistent compliance with international quality standards and strong performance across governance, operations and regulatory practices within its nationwide network.
IEC Targets Philippines Online Gaming Expansion
International Entertainment Corp is progressing its entry into the Philippines’ online gaming market, identifying a target company while conducting legal and compliance reviews, alongside ongoing redevelopment of its LaVie Resort & Casino asset.
Gamban Promotes Layered Exclusion in Brazil
Gamban is promoting a layered exclusion approach in Brazil, combining device-level blocking with national self-exclusion systems to address gambling addiction and limit access to both licensed and unlicensed gambling platforms in a fast-growing market.
Indonesia Targets Social Media in Gambling Bill
Indonesia is considering legislation that would require social media platforms to help fund gambling addiction rehabilitation, as authorities seek to expand treatment capacity and address the role of online content in promoting gambling activity.