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Ohio plant Online-Sportwetten-Verbot: Scharfe Kritik an "räuberischen" PraktikenRegulierung

Ohio Lawmakers Seek Online Sports Betting Ban, Citing "Predatory" Practices

Ohio representatives introduce the "Save Ohio Sports Act." This bill would eliminate online sports betting and could cost the state over $200 million in tax revenue.

8 July 20267 Min.by Lisa Lustich
RubyPlay stärkt Angebot mit Übernahme von Splash TechAnbieter

RubyPlay boosts offering with Splash Tech acquisition

RubyPlay expands its portfolio of engagement tools by acquiring Splash Tech, a provider of jackpot and free-to-play solutions, to cement its position as a premium provider and generate new revenue streams for partners.

8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Niederländischer Glücksspielchef warnt vor Abkehr von SpielerschutzRegulierung

Dutch Gambling Chief Warns Against Regulation Becoming 'Income Policy'

Michel Groothuizen, Chairman of the Dutch gambling authority Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), urges caution against financially driven regulation. He insists player protection must be paramount.

8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Glücksspielkommission scheitert bei Ängsten vor Schwarzmarkt durch FinanzrisikoprüfungenRegulierung

Gambling Commission Fails to Alleviate Black Market Anxiety over Financial Risk Assessments

The UK Gambling Commission's attempts to calm industry fears regarding Financial Risk Assessments (FRAs) and black market growth are falling on deaf ears, with anxiety escalating, according to iGamingExpert sources.

8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Spribe verliert Markenschutz für Aviator in Brasilien nach GerichtsentscheidungRegulierung

Spribe Loses Aviator Trademark Protection in Brazil After Court Ruling

A court in Pernambuco has revoked interim protection for Spribe OÜ after a federal court suspended the 'AVIATOR' trademark registration. This presents a significant legal challenge for the company in Brazil.

8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
US-Richterin lehnt Kalshi-Klage ab: Bundesgesetz entkräftet Glücksspielgesetze nichtRegulierung

US Judge Denies Kalshi Injunction: Federal Law Does Not Preempt Gambling Laws

A federal judge in New York denied Kalshi's motion for a preliminary injunction. She ruled that state gambling laws are not preempted by federal commodity regulations, strengthening states' positions in regulating 'prediction markets'.

8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Brasiliens iGaming-Markt explodiert: Über 6 Milliarden BRL Umsatz im Frühjahr 2026Markt

Brazil iGaming Market Explodes: Over BRL6 Billion Revenue in Early 2026

Brazil's iGaming sector is experiencing an unprecedented boom, with sports betting and online gaming generating BRL5.89 billion in revenue between January and May 2026, an increase of nearly 86 percent year-on-year.

8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Belatra und VeliGames erweitern Kooperation für globale Slot-VerfügbarkeitAnbieter

Belatra and VeliGames Expand Cooperation for Global Slot Availability

Game developer Belatra and aggregation platform VeliGames deepen their collaboration. Through a single API integration, operators in Latin America, Africa, and Asia gain access to Belatra's slot portfolio.

8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Kambi und Pure Casino Entertainment stärken Sportwetten in AlbertaInternational

Kambi and Pure Casino Entertainment Boost Sports Betting in Alberta

Kambi Group expands its Canadian footprint. A multi-year partnership with Pure Casino Entertainment will launch online sports betting under the PureCasino.ca brand starting July 13, 2026.

8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Konami Gaming erschließt Japans Casinomarkt: Ein großer Schritt für die BrancheMarkt

Konami Gaming makes Landmark Entry into Japan's Casino Market

Konami Gaming is serious about entering Japan's emerging casino market, positioning itself as the first major manufacturer in a country with little prior casino presence.

8 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Kenia reformiert Glücksspielgesetzgebung: Neue Ära für Betreiber und SteuernRegulierung

Kenya's Gambling Regime Overhauled: New Era for Operators and Taxes

Kenya's Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) has announced sweeping new rules for gambling operators. These affect licenses and online offerings. The industry generates about 108.5 million US dollars annually in government revenue.

8 July 20267 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Südkorea nimmt Prognosemärkte ins Visier: Polymarket drohen KonsequenzenRegulierung

South Korea Targets Prediction Markets: Polymarket Faces Regulatory Scrutiny

South Korea's KCSC is reviewing Polymarket for alleged illegal gambling violations, raising concerns over hundreds of billions of Won in bets.

8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Kanada: AGCO verhängt hohe Strafen gegen Great Canadian EntertainmentRegulierung

Canada: AGCO imposes heavy fines on Great Canadian Entertainment

The Canadian gambling regulator AGCO has fined Great Canadian Entertainment (GCE) $170,000. The reason is deficiencies in identifying and reporting suspicious activities and potential money laundering.

8 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Play'n GO und Betano: Neuer Schwung für Kolumbiens GlücksspielmarktMarkt

Play'n GO and Betano Forge New Partnership, Bolstering Colombian Gaming Market

Play'n GO expands its presence in Latin America through a strategic partnership with Betano in Colombia, strengthening the regulated iGaming offering in the region.

8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich
UKGC führt gestaffelte Finanzprüfungen für Glücksspieler einSpielerschutz

UKGC introduces tiered financial checks for gamblers

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) phases in Financial Risk Assessments (FRAs) to protect vulnerable players. Less than 0.5% of customers exceed the initial threshold of £5,000 net deposits within 24 hours.

8 July 20265 Min.by Lisa Lustich