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Evoke Considers Closing 200 William Hill UK Shops Over Tax
Evoke is evaluating up to 200 William Hill betting shops as the UK government weighs higher gambling taxes. The review could affect 1,500 jobs and reflects wider industry concern ahead of the November budget announcement.
Brazil Proposes 24% Gambling Tax Following Failed Reform
Brazil’s Workers’ Party has introduced a new bill to impose a 24% tax on gross gaming revenue, aiming to boost public funding and curb gambling risks. The proposal follows a failed tax measure and faces strong industry scrutiny.
DigiPlus Pauses GamePlus in Brazil to Tailor Local Gaming
DigiPlus has paused its GamePlus platform in Brazil just three weeks post-launch to rebuild it with stronger cultural alignment. The operator aims to relaunch in early 2026, emphasizing localization, Brazilian player preferences, and long-term market strategy.
California Blocks Online Sweepstakes Casinos with AB 831 Law
California has passed AB 831, banning online sweepstakes casinos and targeting unlicensed gambling platforms using dual-currency systems. The law takes effect January 2026, imposing penalties on operators and partners while reinforcing tribal gaming exclusivity and consumer protection.
DigiPlus Teams Up with Bayad to Boost OTC Payments
DigiPlus has entered an exclusive partnership with Bayad to expand over-the-counter payment options for BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone users. The move strengthens transaction security, supports responsible gambling, and aligns with DigiPlus’ domestic growth and international expansion.
BiS Brasília 2025: Responsible Gaming & Industry Innovation
BiS Brasília 2025, held October 21–22, will bring together Brazilian regulators, industry leaders, and legal experts to explore responsible gaming, state lotteries, advertising, compliance, and fiscal efficiency in the evolving national iGaming market.
Slotegrator Explores AI’s Potential to Build Online Casinos
Slotegrator releases a report on using AI to create online casinos from scratch, offering insights on automation, analytics, game development, and personalization to improve workflow efficiency and player engagement.
Romania Proposes Integrating Casinos with Tourism
Romanian lawmakers propose aligning casinos and betting halls with tourist resorts to enhance economic growth, job creation, and VAT revenue, while emphasizing responsible gaming and regulatory oversight across designated tourist destinations.
PAS Vows Cautious Policy on Betting Shops in Selangor
PAS seeks to ease concerns over potential bans on gambling in Selangor, highlighting gradual, consultative decision-making and citing experience managing diverse urban-rural constituencies as evidence of effective governance.
PAGCOR Boosts Government Revenues Amid Online Gaming Debate
PAGCOR delivered PHP12.7bn to the Philippine Treasury in 2024, supported by strong GGR growth, while online gaming regulation faces uncertainty and authorities target unlicensed operators to protect revenues and public welfare.
Brazil PT Government Faces Collapse of Bets Regime Tax Plan
Brazil’s proposed online gambling tax reform under the Bets regime collapsed after last-minute retroactive changes, leaving a projected R$20.9bn revenue gap and sparking political and industry uncertainty over the country’s regulated gambling framework.
Groupe Barrière to Close Swiss Online Casino GAMRFIRST.ch
Groupe Barrière will close its Swiss online casino GAMRFIRST.ch on 30 October, retreating from the regulated digital market due to taxation and operational challenges, while maintaining focus on its prestigious land-based casinos and hospitality ventures.