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UK to raise remote gaming taxes as new betting duty arrives in 2027 The UK will raise its remote gaming duty from 21% to 40% starting April 2026, according to the latest autumn budget. A new remote betting duty will also take effect in April 2027 at 25%, replacing the current 15% rate. The...

Mainland businessman accused of keeping casino jackpot A mainland Chinese businessman has been accused of keeping a HKD 569,000 (US$72,900) jackpot won while playing a slot machine on behalf of another gambler. The 35-year-old suspect, surnamed Tang, was reportedly given HKD 1,000 to play for...

GambleAware calls for stricter rules on online gambling ads GambleAware has urged the government to reform outdated regulations on online gambling and marketing content. The charity warned that children and young people are increasingly exposed to gambling promotions online. It says this...

Spain warns of loot box risks in new public campaign Spain’s Ministry of Consumer Affairs has launched a campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of loot boxes in video games. The initiative, titled "Not Everything is a Game," targets families and young players. It highlights how these...

Thailand introduces lottery-to-savings plan for retirement The Thai Government announced a plan allowing citizens to redirect money spent on non-winning digital lottery tickets into personal retirement savings accounts. Officials say the measure aims to turn gambling losses into future...

Guild Esports shuts down amid insolvency London-based Guild Esports, once backed by David Beckham and listed on the stock exchange, has officially closed. The company entered insolvency after years of financial difficulties. Creditors, including unpaid players and creators, are now turning to...

KSA sets exit plan rule for Dutch gambling licences The Dutch gambling regulator KSA will require all online gambling licence applicants to include an “exit plan” from January 1, 2026. This rule applies to both new operators and those renewing licences in the Netherlands. The plan must detail...

Viber to cooperate with Philippine regulators on gambling ads Messaging app Viber has announced plans to work with Philippine regulators to align its advertising policies on gambling with local laws. The company confirmed it is reviewing current practices. It also pledged to adjust its approach...

Thai police bust online gambling ring, seize $1.5M in assets Thai police have arrested 30-year-old Taweesak, allegedly a key figure behind an illegal online gambling site. The raid took place at a luxury home in Pathum Thani. Assets worth THB 56 million ($1.5 million) were confiscated. The...

Canelo Alvarez bets $500K on Usyk to win rematch against Dubois Oleksandr Usyk is set to face Daniel Dubois again on Friday, July 19, at Wembley Stadium in London. Their first bout ended with a knockout victory for Usyk in the ninth round. The rematch has generated massive attention. Canelo...

Malaysian man arrested in Bangkok over billion-baht gambling network A 26-year-old Malaysian man, Steven Choong Seng Lok, was arrested at Don Mueang Airport on Tuesday. He had just arrived from Kuala Lumpur on an AirAsia flight. The arrest followed a December 2024 warrant issued by the...

Nick Rust to step down as Chair of Gambling Commission’s Industry Forum Nick Rust will leave his role as Chair of the Gambling Commission’s Industry Forum in November, as his two-year term comes to an end. He played a key role in launching the Forum, which amplifies industry voices during...

Sportradar and Dazn join forces for FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Sportradar has partnered with Dazn to secure exclusive data rights for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. The tournament will take place in the US from 14 June to 13 July. Sportradar will offer real-time, localised insights for North...

Fanatics Launches Operational Support Presence in the Philippines U.S.-based Fanatics has entered the Philippine market through a partnership with Claymore Solutions. The focus is on providing back-office services for internationally licensed gaming operators. The project does not involve...

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