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Flutter Brazil restructures PR ahead of regulated 2026
Flutter Brazil has restructured its public relations strategy, appointing specialist agencies to manage corporate reputation and brand communications as the group prepares for regulatory consolidation and heightened competition in Brazil’s betting market in 2026.
Delta Corp Closes Zuri White Sands Goa Casino
Delta Corp has closed its Zuri White Sands Goa casino, citing sustained losses and minimal revenue contribution, as higher GST rates continue to reshape the economics of India’s regulated casino sector.
SJM Holdings Raises $540M via Senior Notes Amid Macau Shift
SJM Holdings raised $540M through senior notes to extend debt maturities, fund the L’Arc acquisition, and bolster financial flexibility. The move positions the operator to navigate Macau’s regulatory changes and evolving casino landscape.
Ukraine Lottery Relaunch Sees Domestic Bidders Only
Ukraine’s state lottery relaunch advances as three domestic operators submit bids under wartime restrictions. Short-term licences aim to maintain continuity while PlayCity and the Ministry of Digital Transformation prepare a regulatory reset and potential future reforms.
Illegal Gambling Dens Target Chinese Nationals in Seoul
An investigation uncovered a large network of illegal gambling venues in Seoul’s Garibong-dong operating exclusively for Chinese nationals, linking their rapid expansion to demographic shifts and highlighting declining enforcement success.
NSW Clubs and Hotels Post Strong Q3 Gaming Profits
New South Wales licensed clubs and hotels generated AU$4.9 billion in Q3 2025 from electronic gaming machines, up 8.7% YoY. The results boosted state taxes, with growth concentrated in western Sydney and major metropolitan areas.
Entre Ríos Gaming Revenues Triple to AR$7.6bn in 2025
Regulated gambling in Argentina’s Entre Ríos province generated AR$7.6bn in public funding during 2025, up 212% year-on-year, with proceeds distributed across health, security, sports, culture, and municipal budgets.
Santa Fe Launches Online Betting Tender Framework
Santa Fe has approved its online gambling and sports betting framework, launching a public tender for multiple digital licences. The model combines open market access with strict financial, technical, and responsible gambling oversight.
Saudi Arabia, Greece & Philippines Lead iGaming Growth
Blask data reveals Saudi Arabia, Greece, and the Philippines as 2025’s fastest-growing iGaming markets. Growth is linked to regulatory reforms, new licensing frameworks, and increasing player engagement in these emerging online gambling hubs.
Philippines Launches Strategic iGaming Reforms for 2026
The Philippines is overhauling its online gambling regulations for 2026. PAGCOR introduces B2B accreditation and a Minimum Guaranteed Fee, reinforcing accountability, consolidating the market, and supporting a stable, long-term iGaming ecosystem.
Taiwan Charges 35 in NT$30bn Illegal Gambling Network
Taiwan has charged 35 suspects linked to an illegal gambling and money laundering network that allegedly processed NT$30.6bn via bespoke payment platforms, as authorities intensify enforcement against unlicensed betting and financial crime.
Turkey Tightens Financial Controls to Combat Illegal Betting
Turkey has implemented enhanced financial monitoring requirements for banks and payment providers, introducing tiered transaction checks aimed at disrupting illegal betting networks, money laundering activity and organised crime across regulated financial channels.