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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.
Esportes Gaming Brasil Named Finalist for 2026 CX Award
Esportes Gaming Brasil has been selected as a finalist for the 2026 ClienteSA CX Award, recognizing the company’s structured and analytics-driven approach to customer experience across its Esportes da Sorte, Onabet, and Lottu brands.
Gambling Ads Continue Across London Transport Despite Pledge
Nearly four years after a mayoral pledge to ban gambling ads on London’s transport, betting and casino campaigns continue to dominate TfL networks, highlighting gaps between political commitments and regulatory enforcement.
Vietnam authorities shut down illegal online gambling rings
Khanh Hoa police dismantled multiple illegal online gambling operations in Nha Trang, detaining 31 suspects, including foreign nationals, and confiscating 40 laptops and 112 mobile devices used to run and promote the illicit networks.
BPX Group Achieves EBAC Responsible Gaming Certification
BPX Group has received EBAC’s COMPULSAFE certification, recognizing its commitment to responsible gaming, personalized player care, and adherence to Brazilian regulations, while promoting ethical practices and transparency across Vaidebet, Obabet, and Betpix platforms.
OIG Gaming Brazil Delivers R$15m Social Aid in Piauí
OIG Gaming Brazil carried out one of Piauí’s largest social aid programmes in 2025, distributing food, household supplies, and animal welfare support worth over R$15 million to vulnerable communities statewide.
EstrelaBet Appoints Lorena Lima as CX & Expansion Director
EstrelaBet has named Lorena Lima as Director of CX & Expansion. She drives innovation through AI-powered solutions like the Estela chatbot, while enhancing user experience, retention, and operational efficiency across Brazil’s regulated gaming and sports betting market.
Vietnam Moves to Tighten Betting Rules and ID Controls
Vietnam is advancing major gambling reforms that mandate full bettor identification, retain strict daily betting limits, expand eligible football competitions, and introduce a tightly controlled pilot scheme for licensed operators under enhanced anti-money laundering oversight.
Hyogo Police Referred Over Illegal Online Casino Use
Nine police officers in Japan’s Hyogo Prefecture face prosecution after internal investigations found they accessed illegal online casino sites, prompting suspensions, fines, and renewed focus on ethics and internal oversight.
FBI Warns US Players on Risks of Illegal Gambling
The FBI has issued a warning against illegal gambling in the US, highlighting links to organised crime, lack of consumer protections, and threats to sports integrity, urging players to use only licensed and regulated operators.
LeoVegas Appeals €500k Dutch Duty of Care Fine
LeoVegas is maintaining its appeal against a €500,000 fine issued by the Dutch gambling regulator, following findings of duty of care failures related to player protection and intervention standards in the Netherlands.
Italy Gambling Study Reveals Gaps in Responsible Play
Ipsos research commissioned by Fondazione FAIR highlights deep divisions in Italy’s gambling sector, revealing high awareness of responsible gambling but persistent gaps between regulatory intent, industry practices and effective player protection.
Russia Introduces National Gambling Self-Exclusion Register
Russia has approved a central self-exclusion register for gambling, effective September 2026. Registered players will be blocked from betting and promotional activity, strengthening player protection amid ongoing efforts against illegal gambling.
Loterj Launches VLT Proof of Concept in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro’s state lottery Loterj has launched a tightly controlled VLT proof of concept, testing biometric player identification, Pix-only payments and QR code verification to assess compliance, transparency and responsible gaming standards.
Indonesia Sees Sharp Decline in Illegal Online Gambling
Indonesia’s intensified crackdown on illegal online gambling is delivering results, with PPATK data showing steep declines in transaction volumes and active players as coordinated enforcement, site blocking, and payment restrictions tighten nationwide.
Cebu City Approves Comprehensive Ban on Gambling Ads
Cebu City has enacted a citywide ban on gambling advertising, covering physical and digital formats, as local authorities intensify efforts to reduce gambling exposure and address concerns around addiction and social harm.