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Thailand Intensifies Gambling Crackdown Before World Cup
Thailand has ordered stricter action against illegal gambling websites ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with authorities increasing AI-driven monitoring and blocking more than 673,000 gambling-related URLs and scam links.
Play971 Launches UAE World Cup Betting Campaign
Play971 is preparing to launch licensed World Cup betting in the UAE, marking a major step in the country’s regulated gaming market under the GCGRA framework.
ANJ Launches World Cup Betting Awareness Campaign
France’s gambling regulator ANJ has launched a responsible gambling campaign ahead of the FIFA World Cup as betting activity is projected to reach record levels.
BGC Warns of Illegal Betting at Derby Festival
The Betting and Gaming Council warned that illegal operators could process millions in wagers during the Betfred Derby Festival amid growing concerns over the UK black market.
Flashscore Survey Highlights World Cup Betting Trend
A Flashscore survey of UK sports fans found strong interest in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with football betting and goals-focused wagering markets remaining highly popular.
Punt123 Adds Personalised Betting Prompts
Punt123 has introduced personalised betting prompts through a partnership with OtherLevels, using live sportsbook data and customer behaviour insights to deliver tailored racing content and betting recommendations.
Gaming Corps Expands Brazilian Reach With KTO
Gaming Corps has expanded in Brazil through a partnership with KTO, bringing its portfolio of casino and instant-win games to the operator’s regulated online gaming platform.
Blokotech Brings Bloko Padel Tour to Miami
Blokotech and SiGMA World continue the Bloko Padel Tour 2026 with its Miami stop, bringing iGaming professionals together through networking and competition ahead of the Rome finale.
EGT Digital Wins Sportsbook Innovation Award
EGT Digital secured the Sportsbook Player Experience Innovation award at SiGMA Asia Awards 2026 for its live betting, gamification, and reward-driven sportsbook features.
SpringbokCasino Launches WILD CUP 2026 Campaign
SpringbokCasino.co.za has unveiled its WILD CUP 2026 campaign, using football-themed storytelling and gamification to drive casino engagement during the FIFA World Cup period.
Stake Launches Platform in Buenos Aires Province
Stake has entered Argentina’s Buenos Aires Province with its sportsbook and casino platform, strengthening the operator’s regulated Latin American presence through a local IPLyC licence.
BetWarrior Launches New Platform in Salta
BetWarrior has introduced its new gaming platform in Salta, Argentina, expanding its regulated market footprint while strengthening its sports sponsorship presence and responsible gaming initiatives across the country.
Dutch Gambling Addiction Treatment Cases Rise
The Netherlands recorded another rise in gambling addiction treatment cases in 2025, with online betting and mobile gambling increasingly linked to growing demand for support services.
Gamanza Engage Partners With BetSW3 in LATAM
Gamanza Engage has teamed up with BetSW3 to integrate gamification and CRM solutions across its LATAM-facing platform portfolio before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Prediction Markets Rise in Australia Gambling Debate
Prediction markets are gaining traction in Australia as platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket allow trading on political and economic outcomes. The trend is raising regulatory concerns over whether these products should be classified as gambling or financial instruments.
Caixa Commits BRL40m to Brazilian Olympic Body
Caixa Econômica Federal will contribute BRL40 million annually to the Brazilian Olympic Committee under Brazil’s newly introduced Olympic Sponsorship Program.