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S&P Expects DigiPlus to Lead Philippine Online Gaming
S&P Global Ratings expects DigiPlus to retain its leading position in Philippine online gambling, supported by user engagement and market strength, while consolidation and regulatory changes remain key factors.
Philippines Shuts 8,000 Merchant Accounts Over Gambling
Philippine authorities have closed more than 8,000 merchant accounts allegedly linked to illegal online casinos, while BSP and PAGCOR work to strengthen payment oversight and merchant screening.
Ireland Betting Industry Warns of Higher Duty Impact
Ireland’s betting industry is opposing proposed betting duty increases, warning of shop closures, job losses and black-market growth, while former Paddy Power chief Stewart Kenny supports higher taxes on online casino operators.
Brazil Considers Online Casino Ban Amid Election
Brazil is considering an executive order to ban online casino games while keeping sports betting legal, potentially affecting licensed operators, government tax revenue, sponsorship spending and triggering compensation claims.
PAGCOR Tightens Philippines Online Gaming Rules
PAGCOR is expanding oversight of the Philippines’ online gaming sector with stricter B2B rules, revised payment accreditation procedures and an examination of AI’s potential role in combating fraud.
Lithuania Blocks Polymarket Over Unlicensed Gambling
Lithuania has ordered Polymarket to be blocked after its Gambling Supervisory Authority determined that the prediction markets platform was offering unlicensed gambling services, with the Vilnius Regional Administrative Court approving the access restrictions.
Gaming Corps Partners with Loto-Québec
Gaming Corps has partnered with Loto-Québec to provide its casino content, including slots, Blackjack, Plinko and Smash4Cash™, to Québec players during the fourth quarter of 2026.
Belatra Launches PingWin Fly Crash Game
Belatra has launched PingWin Fly, a new crash game featuring a flying penguin, rising multipliers, Arctic hazards and three bats with different volatility levels that players can unlock through gameplay.
ACMA Fines Dabble Sports Over BetStop Breaches
ACMA has penalised Dabble Sports for 54 BetStop-related breaches, including failures to close self-excluded accounts and marketing messages sent to customers registered with the scheme.