Georgia Proposes New Licences for Foreign Online Gambling Operators
Georgia has unveiled draft legislation that would introduce a new licensing category for international online gambling operators.
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Spanish Government Approves New Betting Deposit Limits
Spanish betting companies and customers are going to be subject to a new deposit limits system after a Royal Decree was approved by the government this week.
Austria gambling market set for 2027 launch
Austria’s three ruling parties have agreed on a hard-set deadline to end the long-lasting reign of the monopoly regime.
MGC Fines MGM Springfield Over College Sports Bets
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has issued a fine against local sports betting and gaming company MGM Springfield.
UK Adults Struggle to Differentiate Legal vs. Illegal Betting Ads
As the 2026 World Cup draws huge audiences, new data released shows that a sizeable share of adults in the United Kingdom cannot tell legitimate and unregulated gambling promotions apart online.
Armenia to Tighten Online Gambling Regulations
Armenia will tighten its gambling regulations for online users, with new bans on “at-risk” individuals and stricter betting limits.
Sweepstakes Casino Operators Leaving Iowa & Indiana Before New Laws
Several sweepstakes casino operators are exiting Indiana and Iowa ahead of new laws against the industry.
North Carolina Increases Online Sportsbook Tax to 23%
North Carolina lawmakers have finalized an increase in the state's online sports betting tax rate to 23% from 18%, a move that will place the state among the higher-tax jurisdictions for sportsbooks in the United States when it takes effect with the new fiscal year on July 1.
Russian Teen Arrested for Running Illegal Betting Den near Train
Russian police have arrested a 19-year-old resident of Kirov, accusing him of running an illegal gambling den in the public square outside the city’s main train station.
Nevada Gaming Commission to Review Removal of Deceased Mobsters from
The Nevada Gaming Commission will review whether to remove William Cammisano Jr. and Peter Ribaste from Nevada’s List of Excluded Persons, or what is more commonly known as the Black Book.
Rockingham Casino Dispute Heads to State Supreme Court
An ongoing dispute over a proposed casino in Rockingham County is headed to North Carolina’s Supreme Court.
Dutch Trade Body Threatens Meta Over Gambling Ads
Meta is being threatened with legal action by Dutch gambling trade body VNLOK over alleged failures to prevent illegal gambling ads from appearing on its platforms.