Stake Secures Buenos Aires Licence for Argentina Expansion
Stake has obtained a provincial licence in Buenos Aires, expanding its regulated operations in Argentina. The country’s gambling market reached $5.03 billion in 2025.
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Pagcor Plans Structural Split as Gaming Revenue Falls in Q1 2026
Philippine gaming revenue fell 16% in Q1 2026 as online income declined sharply. Pagcor plans privatization, new minimum fees and a comprehensive online gaming law.
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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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AUSTRAC Orders AML Audit of NSW Sports Club
AUSTRAC has directed Bankstown District Sports Club to appoint an independent auditor to review its AML and CTF controls. The action forms part of broader scrutiny of Australia’s gambling sector.
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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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Gauteng Gambling Board CEO Dismissed After Misconduct Probe
The CEO of the Gauteng Gambling Board has been dismissed and its CFO suspended following a forensic investigation into governance and financial misconduct allegations.
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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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US States and Sportsbooks End Credit Card Deposits for Betting
Ohio and Colorado are reviewing bans on credit card deposits for online betting, while major operators such as BetMGM and Caesars have already ended the payment option nationwide.
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Two-Thirds of UK Bettors Oppose Stricter Affordability Checks
A YouGov survey found 65% of UK bettors would refuse to provide financial documents for affordability checks. Industry bodies warn of potential customer migration to unregulated operators.
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Latvia Merges Gambling Regulator Into State Revenue Service
Latvia has integrated its gambling regulator into the State Revenue Service, centralizing taxation and licensing oversight. Lithuania and Estonia are also advancing regulatory reforms.
