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GambleAware Pushes for Overhaul of Gambling Ad Rules
GambleAware is calling for urgent reform of the UK’s gambling advertising regulations after revealing a sharp rise in children’s exposure to online gambling content, urging modernized rules, stronger safeguards, and mandatory health warnings across digital platforms.
Meta Challenges Malaysia Over Social Media Gambling Rules
Meta has pushed back against Malaysia’s licensing rules targeting platforms with gambling content, citing cooperation concerns. Stricter regulations may affect iGaming operators, affiliates, and drive users toward unregulated digital spaces.
Iceland Faces Rising Online Gambling Addiction
Iceland faces mounting gambling addiction linked to unlicensed online casinos. Weak enforcement and limited treatment options have left thousands vulnerable as experts call for urgent national regulation and prevention measures.
Brazil Considers Doubling Online Betting Tax Rate
Brazil’s betting and gaming sector generated BRL 6.8 billion in taxes from January to September 2025. Lawmakers now seek to double the online betting tax to 24% through Bill No. 5.076/2025 to strengthen fiscal stability.
UKGC Chief Warns Crypto Is Transforming Gambling
At the IAGR 2025 Conference, UKGC CEO Andrew Rhodes warned that crypto adoption among younger consumers is rapidly changing gambling behaviour, calling on regulators to determine how digital currencies fit into future legal frameworks.
UAE to Grant One Online Gaming License Per Emirate
The UAE’s GCGRA will introduce a one-license-per-emirate online gaming model, mirroring its land-based casino framework. This move aims to balance innovation, exclusivity, and responsible regulation in the country’s emerging iGaming sector.
TaDa Gaming Gains Ontario License for Expansion
TaDa Gaming has received its Ontario license from AGCO, extending its reach into North America. The company continues to emphasize innovation, localization, and responsible gaming through its expanding global portfolio of casino titles.
Prediction Markets Remain Illegal in the Philippines
Prediction markets remain unlicensed in the Philippines as current gambling laws classify them under illegal betting. PAGCOR has yet to create a legal framework for their operation, leaving no path for regulatory approval.
Chile Considers Mapuche-Run Casino in La Araucanía
La Araucanía is reviewing a proposal for a third regional casino co-managed by the Mapuche community. The project seeks to blend indigenous oversight with private operators, promoting economic inclusion while safeguarding cultural integrity.
Lula Rebukes Caixa Over ‘Bet da Caixa’ Launch
President Lula has denounced Caixa’s plan to launch “Bet da Caixa,” saying it clashes with his administration’s anti-gambling stance. The move triggers political tensions, potential financial losses, and renewed debate on regulation.
South Korea Targets Global Scams and Online Gambling
President Lee Jae Myung led a major ministerial meeting to combat online gambling, scams, and cross-border crimes targeting South Koreans. The initiative strengthens inter-agency coordination and regional cooperation to enhance digital and economic security.
Indonesia Blocks 3M Harmful Online Contents
Indonesia’s Communication and Digital Affairs Ministry has blocked over three million harmful online materials, with illegal gambling dominating the list. The government continues intensifying its cyber patrols and AI-backed monitoring for a safer digital environment.