Germany continues to exclude prediction markets from its regulated gambling system, leaving platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket without a licensing route. Regulators say contracts tied to elections, court rulings, and other public events fall outside existing gambling laws. Authorities also face enforcement...

Two regulated betting markets have moved to strengthen oversight this year, each adding formal integrity monitoring or licensing structures as new operators enter under updated rules.

Ontario’s regulated online gambling market posted another strong month in June 2026, with total betting activity and operator revenue both increasing by around 30% year over year. The market reached new heights across casino and sports betting segments before the arrival of DAZN Bet and Hard Rock Bet, two new...

New Zealand is banning AI-generated celebrity endorsements for online casino advertising as officials warn about deepfake scams and fake gambling websites. The new rules will stop operators from using synthetic influencers and copied likenesses to attract users, while authorities encourage people to report...

Canada’s online sports betting expansion has sparked renewed debate over gambling advertising and public health protections. Alberta’s move to open its market to private operators has increased concerns about rising gambling losses, youth exposure to betting promotions, and the need for stronger rules to reduce...

US sportsbooks reported historic betting activity during the 2026 World Cup final, with operators setting new records across soccer markets.

New Zealand begins its online casino licensing process, setting capital, disclosure and application rules ahead of licence auctions and a 2027 market launch.

Online casino payment updates rarely feel like front-page material, but they become more relevant when they sit beside live dealer growth.

Alberta’s regulated iGaming market launched with 22 live websites, new player safeguards, revenue rules and dozens of additional brands approved to enter.

Germany’s revised slot rules introduce age-based limits, allowing eligible adults to qualify for stakes of up to €5 per spin after 90 days on licensed sites.

UKGC confirms staged Financial Risk Assessments using credit data to identify gambling-related financial risks while limiting unnecessary checks.

Ohio's HB 971 would end online sports betting, limit legal wager types, restrict gambling ads and introduce new player protections statewide.