Higher application costs are coming for Dutch gambling operators, as the government adjusts fees and regulators ramp up enforcement in a fast-changing market. New Fee Structure Reflects Inflation, Not Just Policy Shift From 1 April 2026, anyone applying for a gambling license in the Netherlands will face steeper fees. The Dutch Ministry of Justice and […]
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South Africa Gives Stakeholders More Time to Weigh In on Online Gambling Tax
An extra month on the clock could reshape the future of iGaming in South Africa. Tax Plan Sparks Heated Debate South Africa’s National Treasury has extended its consultation period on a proposed remote gambling tax, pushing the deadline from January 30 to February 27. The move gives industry stakeholders more time to respond to a […]
MLS Strikes Exclusive Deal with Polymarket as Prediction Markets Push into Pro Sports
Major League Soccer has teamed up with Polymarket in a multi-year partnership that positions the fast-growing prediction market platform as the league’s exclusive partner across its regular season, playoffs, and All-Star Game. Tapping Into Fan Forecasts With soccer continuing to gain ground in the U.S., the MLS is betting that fans want more than just […]
UK Online Gambling Faces Steep Tax Hikes Starting 2026
A major tax overhaul will hit online casinos and sportsbooks, while traditional gambling remains untouched. Online Gambling Hit with Sharp Tax Increase The UK government has locked in steep tax rises for online gambling operators, confirming moves first floated in the Autumn Budget. Starting in 2026, digital casinos and sportsbooks will face significantly higher duties, […]
Nevada Gaming Regulators Tighten Rules for Online Operations Abroad
Nevada’s Gaming Control Board (NGCB) has issued fresh guidance aimed at keeping tabs on how its licensees run online gambling operations beyond state lines—and in some cases, across the globe. New Oversight for a Growing Online Footprint As online gambling expands, so too does Nevada’s interest in how its license holders and applicants operate in […]
Meta Under Fire for Hosting Illegal Gambling Ads on Facebook, Instagram
British gambling watchdog calls out Meta for letting unlicensed casino ads slip through Ads Targeting Self-Excluded Players Raise Alarms The UK Gambling Commission is putting Meta in the hot seat over a surge in illegal online casino ads appearing on Facebook and Instagram. Many of these promotions are aimed at British users who’ve voluntarily self-excluded […]
Wazdan Expands European Reach with Slovenia Launch and Teases Brazilian-Themed Slot
As Wazdan lands in Slovenia through a new partnership and readies a colorful new release, the slot developer shows no signs of slowing down in 2026. Casino.si Goes Live with Wazdan Slots Wazdan has officially entered the Slovenian online gambling market via a deal with Casinò Portorož, the only operator currently holding a state concession […]
FanDuel Faces Tribal Backlash Over California Prediction Markets
Tensions flare as FanDuel quietly pushes into unregulated gaming territory, drawing sharp criticism from California’s tribal leaders. Tribal Leaders Call Foul on FanDuel The California Nations Indian Gaming Association is accusing FanDuel of sidestepping the law and threatening tribal sovereignty with its latest foray into prediction markets. “These platforms seek to bypass California law and […]
Finland Breaks the Monopoly: Online Gambling to Open in 2027
Finland is officially ending Veikkaus’ long-standing grip on online gambling, clearing the way for licensed competition starting in July 2027. From One to Many: What’s Changing The ink is dry. President Alexander Stubb has signed off on Finland’s new Gambling Act, and with it comes a major shift: online betting, slots, and casino games will […]
Austria Eyes 2027 Overhaul as Gambling Monopoly Faces Mounting Criticism
As Vienna begins drafting the next round of gambling licenses, operators warn that doubling down on the old monopoly could backfire. Drafting the Future: Ministry Confirms Tender Prep Austria’s Ministry of Finance has officially kicked off the process for the country’s 2027 casino licensing cycle. A new legislative draft is in development, aiming to unify […]
