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When he is not analysing the latest compliance updates or dissecting quarterly operator results, Florian follows Bundesliga football closely and maintains a healthy skepticism toward anyone claiming to have cracked a winning betting system. He brings a grounded, insider-aware perspective to his writing and is always more interested in the structural story behind the headline than the headline itself.

Posts by Florian Kessler

September 2, 2026 by: Florian Kessler
The UK Gambling Commission is inviting proposals to streamline regulation, with submissions open until 25 September 2026.
September 1, 2026 by: Florian Kessler
Kalshi users aged 18 to 21 traded $5.4bn this year, intensifying debate over whether sports contracts are derivatives or gambling.
August 30, 2026 by: Florian Kessler
EGBA Secretary General Maarten Haijer will leave in August, with Pierre Tournier taking over as interim leader on 1 September.
August 28, 2026 by: Florian Kessler
Gordon Brown urges the UK government to raise Machine Gaming Duty, saying it could generate £500m to help households with winter energy bills.
August 22, 2026 by: Florian Kessler
Bulgaria will require performance-paid gambling affiliates to obtain licences, pay €6,000 annually and face a 10% commission remittance.
August 18, 2026 by: Florian Kessler
UKGC research finds social media lottery players trust familiar hosts and visible winners more than licences, as 252 draws are removed.
August 17, 2026 by: Florian Kessler
UK Gambling Act changes could require primary legislation, while councils gain more control and wider reform pressure builds ahead of consultation.
August 16, 2026 by: Florian Kessler
BetConstruct’s World Cup 2026 package gives new operators free Core Suite access for three months plus discounts through month twelve.
August 12, 2026 by: Florian Kessler
Norsk Tipping will enter 16,968 customers into a NOK 3m draw after errors triggered penalties and legal action in Norway.
August 10, 2026 by: Florian Kessler
Okada Manila revenue fell 15.9% in the first half of 2026 as VIP win dropped 40%, despite higher visitation and online growth plans.
August 8, 2026 by: Florian Kessler
Italy’s gambling dispute platform launches September 10, requiring licensed online operators to resolve player complaints within 72 working hours.
August 7, 2026 by: Florian Kessler
A Michigan judge rejected Polymarket’s federal preemption claim, leaving prediction markets exposed to state gambling enforcement and litigation.
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