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UK Budget Sparks High Street Betting Tax Hike Concerns
The UK Autumn Budget threatens significant tax increases for gambling, with retail betting shops at risk and online platforms potentially benefiting. Industry experts warn higher duties may drive punters toward offshore alternatives.
UK Budget Slams Online Gambling with Major Tax Hikes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget imposes steep tax increases on remote gaming and online betting, citing gambling harm concerns. Land-based casinos, bingo, and horse racing escape new levies as the government pursues a £26bn revenue strategy.
DigiPlus Seeks Q4 Recovery After Q3 Income Drop
DigiPlus Interactive saw Q3 2025 net income fall 59% to Php1.71bn following government-mandated e-wallet delinking. The operator expands payment options and ramps up engagement efforts to restore growth in Q4.
Dutch Gambling Market 2024: Stability and Sector Shifts
The Dutch gambling market stayed flat at €4.3bn in 2024, with land-based casinos facing declines, lotteries remaining strong, and online betting growing gradually as regulatory and consumer shifts reshape the industry.
Europe’s Illegal Online Gambling Surges in 2024
A new ECA and YieldSec study reveals illegal online gambling now controls 71% of Europe’s digital market, generating €80.6B and leaving regulators scrambling to protect players and licensed operators.
Montevideo Debates Future of Casino Parque Hotel
Montevideo’s Casino Parque Hotel is at the center of an escalating political dispute, as opposition leaders demand its closure over mounting losses while city officials push to transfer control to national authorities, leaving the casino’s future uncertain.
Brazil Study Reveals Fan Betting Trends Ahead of CBF Summit
A new CBF Academy and AtlasIntel study details how sports betting has become embedded in Brazilian fan culture, revealing spending habits and broader market growth as industry leaders prepare to examine the sector during the upcoming CBF Academy Summit 2025.
Codere Prepares for Mexico’s 2026 IEPS Tax Overhaul
Mexico’s gaming sector is set for major change as the IEPS tax rises to 50% in 2026. Codere expects tougher regulation to eliminate non-compliant operators and sees the World Cup as a boost while it restructures partnerships and operating costs.
Casino Parque Hotel Clash Escalates in Montevideo
Tensions are intensifying in Montevideo over the future of Casino Parque Hotel, with opposition parties demanding its closure while government officials pursue a national transfer. Mounting financial losses and political gridlock continue to stall a definitive outcome.
Macau Projects MOP92.7B in 2026 Tax Revenue
Macau expects to collect MOP92.7 billion in tax revenue in 2026, with gaming duties remaining the largest contributor. Officials warn of external economic risks, reduced GGR expectations, and ongoing pressures affecting long-term revenue stability.
Kangwon Land Hits Record Earnings and Advances Expansion
Kangwon Land reported record 2024 revenue and profits, increased shareholder returns, and progress on major expansion plans, including a second casino. Regulatory reforms and stronger governance structures further supported the operator’s long-term growth strategy in Korea.
India RMG Sector Suffers Major Losses Amid PROGA Delay
India’s RMG sector reels under Rs100B revenue losses, over 7,000 job cuts, and halted operations as PROGA remains unnotified. Operators and fintech firms face regulatory uncertainty while seeking clarity to stabilize the market.