Sporttrade Exits US Sportsbook Market as State Revenues Shift
Sporttrade will end US sportsbook operations by late June as multiple states report strong iGaming growth in April. New Jersey and Pennsylvania lead in total revenue.
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Brazil’s First Legal World Cup Betting Cycle Begins in 2026
The 2026 World Cup will be the first tournament where Brazilian bettors can wager legally. Operators are turning to AI trading and localisation to compete in a rapidly growing market.
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Alberta Sets July 13 Launch for Regulated iGaming Market
Alberta plans to open its regulated online gambling market on July 13. The framework is based on Ontario’s model with specific tax allocations and player protection measures.
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Spain Allocates €950,620 for Gambling Harm Research
Spain has launched a €950,620 research fund on gambling-related harm, administered by the DGOJ. The move comes alongside a consultation on tighter advertising rules.
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UK MPs Urge Pause on Gambling Commission Affordability Checks
A cross-party group of UK MPs has asked the Culture Secretary to suspend planned affordability checks by the Gambling Commission. They cite risks to horseracing, tax revenues, and the regulated betting market.
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Wisconsin Bans Insider Trading on Prediction Markets
Wisconsin has barred state employees from using insider information on prediction markets. A federal court also allowed the Ho Chunk Nation’s IGRA claims to proceed.
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Brazil Enforces Betting Ban for Desenrola Programme Participants
Brazil now requires betting platforms to block users enrolled in the Desenrola Brasil programme for one year. Operators must suspend accounts, cancel open bets and refund balances.
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Colorado Advances Ban on Sportsbook Push Notifications
Colorado lawmakers approved SB 26-131, which would ban sportsbook push notifications and text solicitations. The bill also introduces deposit limits and a credit card funding ban.
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Ukraine Launches Central Gambling Monitoring System DSOM
Ukraine’s regulator PlayCity has launched a pilot of the DSOM platform to track licensed gambling transactions in near real time. The system aims to improve oversight and tax compliance.
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ANJ Finds 60% of Online Gambling Revenue Linked to High-Risk Players
France’s gambling regulator ANJ identified 600,000 high-risk online gamblers in H2 2025. These players accounted for 60% of total online gross gaming revenue.
