MarktThe gambling industry intensifies sports sponsorships. Betano replaces BetMGM at Tottenham and secures the largest shirt sponsor deal in Brazilian football with Flamengo, reportedly worth 49.4 million USD per season.
InternationalThe SiGMA North America 2026 conference in Mexico City is set to become a hub for the iGaming industry in North and Latin America. It expects 4,000 delegates, 1,000 operators, and over 150 speakers.
AnbieterGenting Casino Online expands its portfolio with the exclusive online slot 'Money Gong Empress' from IGT. The new Asian-themed game offers players early access to an IGT premiere, announced on July 1, 2026.
AnbieterWinSpirit celebrates its anniversary with the "Alchemy of Passion" campaign, transforming traditional promotions into an adventure. Players can collect ingredients, complete quests, and unlock rewards in Summer 2026.
TechnikSt8, a leading casino aggregator, has introduced a new feature: game round replays, launched on July 2, 2026. This innovation, available via a single API, aims to enhance customer service and efficiency.
RegulierungOver 60 influencers and various payment service providers are under investigation in Brazil for allegedly promoting illegal gambling operators and facilitating payments. This massive crackdown on the black market also has relevance for Germany.
MarktSpain achieves online gambling revenues of over 450 million euros in Q1 2026, led by the casino segment. An explosive increase that raises comparisons with the German market and highlights significant differences in regulation and player behavior.
RegulierungFinnish streamer fined heavily as Helsinki opens its gambling market and tackles unregulated advertising. What does this mean for Germany and our streamers?
SchwarzmarktThailand has deployed an AI-powered system to block nearly 14,000 illegal World Cup gambling sites in just 18 days. A wake-up call for Germany and the GGL?
JugendschutzSouth Korea is sounding the alarm: 294 new cases of cyber gambling among young people in the second quarter of 2026, a 37 percent increase year-on-year. Crypto casino apps and Discord servers are luring minors into illegality via VPNs. What does this mean for Germany and our gambling market, which is just beginning to stabilize? Does §6 JuSchG need to be rethought in light of these new threats, when even OASIS only applies to those 18 and older? A look at the worrying development in East Asia and recommendations for concerned parents.
BrancheThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is causing a stir in Macau's casino business. But what impact will this global sporting event have on the German gambling market, especially on GGL-regulated online casinos?
RegulierungColombia is loosening the reins on gambling advertising, while Germany is tightening its regulations. A court ruling in Bogota could have far-reaching consequences and serve as a warning signal for Germany's gambling authority, the GGL. We examine the background and draw parallels to the German market.
VerbraucherschutzFake MGM Osaka websites are exploiting the hype surrounding Japan's largest gambling project. Authorities are warning players worldwide. A familiar pattern that German gamblers should also be aware of to avoid falling into the trap.
RegulierungGeorgia embarks on a unique gambling market experiment: opening its doors to foreign providers while simultaneously excluding its own citizens from playing. A model reminiscent of distant Caribbean islands or inverted historical German solo ventures, drawing attention from the industry and regulators worldwide. Lisa Lustich analyzes the background and potential implications.
RegulierungBangladesh replaces its 159-year-old Gambling Act of 1867 with the modern Gambling Control Act 2026. This is a response to the explosion of illegal online betting and a clear signal in the fight against the black market. The new law introduces drastic penalties for providers and players, illustrating a global trend towards stricter regulation.
