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Ireland Tightens Gambling Payment and AML Rules
Ireland is strengthening anti-money-laundering controls for gambling through mandatory closed-loop payments, enhanced cryptocurrency checks and greater cooperation between financial and law-enforcement authorities.
Romania Blacklists 800 Illegal Gambling Websites
Romania’s ONJN has blacklisted around 800 illegal gambling websites in a major enforcement action. The regulator is using new technology to identify clone sites while strengthening digital oversight and monitoring of the online gambling market.
ASA Bans Midnite Ads Over Emotional Relief Claims
The UK ASA has banned five Midnite advertisements after receiving 125 complaints, ruling that their portrayal of everyday frustration could imply gambling provides emotional relief or an escape from negative feelings.
Turkey Horse Racing Betting Deal Faces Scrutiny
United Racing is facing scrutiny in Turkey over reduced agent commissions, ownership links and the transparency of its 10-year horse racing betting agreement, just seven months after taking over the betting operation.
Laos Deports 41 Thai Nationals Linked to Online Gambling
Laos has deported 41 Thai nationals linked to online gambling operations after a Vientiane crackdown. Authorities found no trafficking victims or outstanding warrants, but confirmed the group had previously worked as gambling website administrators in Cambodia.
Philippines GDP Growth Slows to 2.3% in 2Q26
The Philippines recorded 2.3% GDP growth in the second quarter of 2026, its weakest quarterly performance since the pandemic. The slowdown coincided with falling gaming revenue, particularly across the country’s online gaming segment.
Okada Manila Targets Mass Market and Online Gaming
Okada Manila is shifting toward premium mass customers and online gaming after a difficult second quarter. Universal Entertainment is also pursuing cost optimization, non-gaming revenue and an omnichannel strategy to strengthen the resort’s performance.
Philippines Arrests 9,401 in July Gambling Crackdown
The Philippine National Police arrested 9,401 people during July operations targeting alleged illegal gambling nationwide. Authorities also seized more than PHP3.2 million in betting funds, gambling equipment and related materials.
Indonesia Suspends Welfare Aid Over Gambling Links
Indonesia has temporarily suspended welfare payments for 1,494,652 households after PPATK data identified suspected online gambling transactions linked to beneficiary accounts. Authorities are investigating the activity and reviewing eligibility while updating national welfare records.
Chile Casino Regulator Faces Leadership Uncertainty
Chile’s Superintendency of Casinos faces leadership uncertainty amid major casino tenders and senior vacancies. Meanwhile, the regulator has strengthened AML and counter-terrorism requirements through new risk-based compliance rules for licensed casinos.
Ukraine Survey Finds 86% Prefer Licensed Casinos
A nationwide Ukrainian survey shows strong preference for licensed online casinos, with 86% choosing regulated operators. The study also highlights player motivations, responsible gambling awareness, illegal platform use and attitudes toward government oversight.
Ksa Acts Against BetCity and TOTO Over World Cup Ads
The Dutch Gaming Authority has acted against BetCity and TOTO Winkel after World Cup advertisements referenced professional footballers. Both operators removed or withdrew campaigns following the regulator’s findings that the ads breached Dutch gambling advertising rules.
Italy Delays Land-Based Gambling Reform Plans
Italy has delayed its planned land-based gambling reform after failing to reach agreement on key regulatory issues. Operators now face extended uncertainty over retail concessions, licence auctions, taxation and the future structure of the country’s gaming market.
AGCO Fines Betty Gaming Over Underage Gambling Breach
Ontario regulator AGCO has fined Betty Gaming after age-verification issues allowed underage users to access its Betty.ca platform. The operator was penalized for failing to prevent minors from registering and gambling online.
Sri Lanka Blocks 24 Unlicensed Gambling Sites
Sri Lanka has ordered telecom providers to block 24 unlicensed gambling websites following a request from the Gambling Regulatory Authority, reinforcing enforcement of the country’s licensing framework and warning players against using unauthorized offshore betting platforms.
Aviatrix Gains Colombia Approval for Crash Game Launch
Aviatrix has secured certification to launch its crash game in Colombia following regulatory changes by Coljuegos, allowing licensed operators to integrate the title into their casino offerings within the regulated market.