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