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Petra Vanhoof has spent the better part of a decade following the shifting tides of gambling regulation across Europe and beyond. She came up through the compliance side of the industry before pivoting to writing, which gives her a grounded, no-nonsense perspective on the rules, loopholes, and political maneuvering that shape how operators actually do business. She is particularly drawn to the gap between what regulators say and what the market ends up doing in response.

Posts by Petra Vanhoof

August 24, 2026 by: Petra Vanhoof
Brazil betting deposit cap would set an 80-real monthly limit across licensed operators, with higher thresholds tied to proven income.
August 24, 2026 by: Petra Vanhoof
Australia’s wagering advertising bill targets sports uniforms, venues and broadcasts, with existing sponsorships potentially protected until 2031.
August 23, 2026 by: Petra Vanhoof
The Venetian accepts a $7.2 million AML settlement over dealings with illegal bookmaker Mathew Bowyer as Nevada closes its investigation.
August 22, 2026 by: Petra Vanhoof
UK Gambling Commission research finds younger TikTok users report greater exposure to suspected illegal lotteries and raffles on social media.
August 21, 2026 by: Petra Vanhoof
The KSA and Roda JC are studying young adults’ sports betting habits to guide prevention and responsible gambling education in the Netherlands.
August 20, 2026 by: Petra Vanhoof
Novig asks a federal court to block Wisconsin gambling enforcement, arguing its sports contracts fall under federal derivatives regulation.
August 18, 2026 by: Petra Vanhoof
Seven defendants face allegations of exploiting bet365’s free-bet offer and moving illicit funds, with cases heard in Gloucestershire.
August 16, 2026 by: Petra Vanhoof
Evolution faces a SEK 695 mandatory offer from Candle Lake, valuing the gaming supplier at SEK 131.7bn as Dart’s stake exceeds 31%.
August 15, 2026 by: Petra Vanhoof
The UK Gambling Commission’s financial risk assessment pilot faces concerns over data reliability, customer friction and operator obligations.
August 14, 2026 by: Petra Vanhoof
Glasgow will use £3.44m in gambling levy funding for prevention, debt support and services targeting gambling harm across the city.
August 14, 2026 by: Petra Vanhoof
Romania gambling tax revenue fell 17% in 2024 as operators warned higher costs could drive players to unlicensed sites and weaken oversight.
August 13, 2026 by: Petra Vanhoof
Everton forward Martin Sherif faces an FA charge over 61 alleged football bets placed during a 15-month period.
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