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Betfred Pauses Ireland Operations Ahead of GRAI Rules
Betfred will temporarily suspend operations in Ireland from June 30 as the country’s new gambling licensing framework takes effect, with customers advised to withdraw funds and await further updates regarding open bets.
BGC Warns of £40m Black Market Bets at Royal Ascot
The Betting and Gaming Council estimates that illegal operators could attract around £40 million in wagers during Royal Ascot, warning that the growing black market threatens consumer protection, tax revenues and funding for British horseracing.
Wildz Group Partners with Vindral for Live Streaming
Wildz Group has partnered with Vindral to deploy its low-latency live streaming platform across its brands. The agreement supports real-time sports and entertainment content delivery as the operator expands its sports betting and esports offering.
DBET Becomes Main Partner of HockeyAllsvenskan
DBET has secured a three-year agreement with HockeyAllsvenskan, becoming the league’s main partner from the 2026/27 season. The deal includes branding rights, fan activations and a key role in the Super Friday matchday concept.
Spain Draw Triggers $1M Polymarket World Cup Loss
A Polymarket trader suffered a near $1 million loss after Spain’s unexpected 0-0 draw against Cape Verde at the FIFA World Cup, highlighting the risks of backing heavy favourites in prediction markets.
Belo Horizonte Delays Betting Ad Restriction Vote
A proposal to restrict betting advertising in Belo Horizonte has been postponed after insufficient support among council members, delaying a vote on measures targeting gambling promotions and operator partnerships.
Kiron Launches Fans World Cup with MaxBet Serbia
Kiron Interactive has launched its football-themed virtual sports title Fans World Cup with MaxBet Serbia, expanding its regulated market presence and enhancing MaxBet’s virtual sports portfolio with football-focused betting content.
Tonybet Launches CAD$150K World Cup Promotion
Tonybet has unveiled its World Cup Card Collection campaign in Canada, offering players the chance to collect digital cards, earn rewards, and compete for a share of a CAD$150,000 prize pool during the tournament.
BGC Warns of £200M Illegal World Cup Betting Surge
The Betting and Gaming Council estimates illegal operators could receive £200 million in World Cup wagers, warning that regulatory changes may drive more bettors toward unlicensed platforms during the tournament.
Tonybet Launches €100K World Cup Card Collection
Tonybet has launched its World Cup Card Collection campaign in Ireland, offering players the chance to collect digital cards, unlock rewards, and compete for a share of a €100,000 prize pool during the tournament.
LIGA MX Names Polymarket US Prediction Market Partner
LIGA MX has appointed Polymarket as its official US prediction market partner, while Genius Sports will provide official data and integrity support to power market settlement and monitoring across league competitions.
South Korea Blocks 1,280 Illegal Betting Sites
South Korea’s communications regulator has blocked 1,280 illegal sports betting websites and related accounts ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, aiming to curb unlicensed gambling activity and protect consumers as tournament betting interest increases.
Oddin.gg Expands AdmiralBet.ba Partnership
Oddin.gg has expanded its partnership with AdmiralBet.ba by launching its esports betting solutions in Bosnia, providing the operator with esports odds feeds, iframe technology, and scalable betting infrastructure for regulated Balkan markets.
EGT Digital Becomes Sponsor of CSKA Sofia
EGT Digital has signed a sponsorship agreement with CSKA Sofia, strengthening its involvement in sports while supporting football development, youth initiatives, and expanding awareness of its sportsbook platform across the Bulgarian market.
Score Queens Launches Palace Picks for World Cup
Score Queens has launched Palace Picks, a free-to-play World Cup prediction platform featuring daily football challenges, prize draws and interactive content aimed at increasing women’s engagement in sports communities through accessible and social tournament experiences.
France Squad Dispute Erupts Over Betclic Ad Use
France’s World Cup build-up has been overshadowed by a dispute between players and the French Football Federation over the alleged unauthorised use of squad images in a Betclic gambling campaign, raising fresh questions over commercial rights and sponsorship control.