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Montenegro Rejects Challenge to New Gambling Law
Montenegro has rejected a constitutional review of its new gambling law, confirming plans to implement wide-ranging reforms. While the government insists the framework is lawful and balanced, operators warn the rules could destabilise the regulated market.
Brazil Proposes Online Betting Tax for Security Funding
Brazil’s Anti-Faction Bill proposes a 15% tax on online betting to finance prison expansion and strengthen law enforcement, creating a long-term link between the growing digital gambling market and national public security priorities.
Brazil Sports Betting Market Surges Nearly 18,000%
Brazil’s sports betting and iGaming sector has grown nearly 18,000%, creating jobs, boosting the digital economy, and highlighting the critical need for full regulatory implementation and robust operational infrastructure.
PAGCOR Reinforces Online Gaming Reforms Amid Q3 Dip
PAGCOR is intensifying its regulatory push as Q3 gaming revenue slightly declines, reinforcing e-wallet restrictions, compliance standards, and consumer safeguards. The regulator says short-term disruption is necessary to boost transparency, credibility, and long-term industry stability.
Brazil Moves to Standardize State and Municipal Lotteries
Brazil’s new PL 5982/2025 aims to standardize state and municipal lotteries with clear rules, stronger governance, AML safeguards, tech requirements, and defined revenue allocation to social sectors, positioning the framework as a major modernization step for the industry.
Sweden Ombudsman Critiques Spelinspektionen Over Delays
Sweden’s regulator faces scrutiny after delays in manual self-exclusion registration. SkillOnNet receives a warning for missing responsible gambling logos, while Nixxe BV is banned for offering unlicensed online gaming services in the country.
MGA Warns Players About Fake Malta-Licensed Websites
The MGA has issued a warning against two gambling sites falsely claiming Maltese licensing, urging players to verify operators via its public register. The regulator also highlighted its new self-assessment tool and reaffirmed player protection as a key 2025 priority.
Macau Police Bust Extortion Ring Targeting Casino Scammers
Macau authorities arrested 13 suspects accused of running an extortion ring that targeted casino scammers and collected around HK$800,000. The group allegedly blackmailed “cross-hand” fraudsters by demanding hush money in exchange for not reporting their cheating.
Argentina Updates Online Betting Tax Rules for 2025
Argentina’s ARCA Resolution 5791/2025 overhauls online betting indirect taxes, streamlining registration, verification, and foreign operator listings while linking reduced perception rates to employment. The reforms aim to enhance transparency, compliance, and regulatory predictability.
UK Budget 2025 Spares Horseracing from Online Gambling Tax
The UK’s 2025 Budget imposes major tax hikes on online gambling, including casinos and remote sports betting, while horseracing retains its 15% duty, protecting jobs, sponsorships, and the sport’s cultural and economic footprint.
Bulgaria Moves Toward Major Lottery and Betting Overhaul
Bulgaria is pushing forward a landmark proposal to replace its state-run lottery and sports betting model with a long-term private concession. Lawmakers say the shift will modernise operations, increase competitiveness and reshape the country’s gambling landscape for years.
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.