Betfair pays USD 4.9 million to secure Brazil’s gambling licence

Betfair has officially paid the BRL 30 million (USD 4.9 million) licensing fee to operate in Brazil’s newly regulated betting market, set to launch in January 2025. After submitting its application, the betting company was approved by the Brazilian Ministry of Finance and its Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA).

Sweepstakes gaming at a crossroads – sustainability or regulatory clampdown?

Worth billions of dollars, projections predict the U.S. sweepstakes industry will double in value by 2025. This is a pivotal moment, as the explosive growth of sweepstakes has left operators, investors and regulators chasing their tails. Will this market survive, or is a crackdown unavoidable progress?

Betfair co-founder asks UK government to protect racing sector

Betfair’s co-founder Andrew Black has expressed concerns over the declining betting turnover of horse racing in the UK.

Irish footballer Ryan Rainey suspended over illegal betting

The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has suspended Irish footballer Ryan Rainey for six months due to illegal betting. Rainey, a well-known figure in Irish soccer, placed bets on professional games between 2021 and 2024. Despite avoiding bets on his own matches, his actions violated FAI regulations.

Swedish court reduces fine against Videoslots

Online casino operator Videoslots' fine has been reduced by the Linköping administrative court in Sweden. The penalty

Philippine House panel to release report on illegal drugs, POGO findings   

The Philippine House Quad Committee (QuadComm) has announced plans to release a "progress report" summarising finding from 12 extensive hearings on extrajudicial killings (EJK), dangerous drugs, and illegal activities linked to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).

Pioneering paths in the Italian iGaming market with Quirino Mancini

Italy is a land steeped in history, where echoes of the Roman Empire linger in the air and traditions of sport and culture weave a rich tapestry. Yet, in the modern era, this nation has emerged as a pioneer in online gaming. To uncover the story behind this revolution, I had the privilege of speaking with Quirino Mancini, a prominent Italian lawyer from Rome and partner and director at WH Partners, whose legal expertise and deep ties to the iGaming world position him as a trusted navigator of Italy’s complex and competitive landscape.

Brazil’s Senate postpones bill for casinos and bingo halls until 2025

The Brazilian Senate postponed the vote on the bill that authorises the operation of casinos and bingo halls, legalises the jogo do bicho (animal gambling) and allows betting on horse races, among other games of chance, on Wednesday (04). The proposal was withdrawn at the request of the rapporteur, Irajá (PSD-TO), after a broad debate among senators on the bill’s progress.

Payment processors under pressure in sweepstakes gaming

Imagine your job is to process millions of transactions every day. To add pressure, you face increasing scrutiny from regulators. Then, to add fuel to the fire, you need to consider potential lawsuits. And this is for just doing your job. This is the reality for payment processors who support the sweepstakes gaming industry.

Massachusetts fines FanDuel $10K for improper bets

MGC imposed a $10,000 fine on FanDuel Sportsbook this week for allowing bets on in-state college teams, a prohibited activity under state law.