Author: Daniel Williams

Key Moments: The online gambling sector has long battled credibility concerns due to biased and commission-driven reviews. GamblingSites.com has introduced the Jackpot Meter, employing third-party data to produce dual rating scores for gambling sites. Sites are classified into three categories based on ratings: All-In Jackpot Certified (85%+), Jackpot Certified (60%-84%), or Bust (below 60%). Persistent Skepticism Surrounds iGaming Reviews Since the late 1990s, online gambling has experienced rapid expansion, leading to a crowded marketplace and information channels heavily shaped by affiliate marketing tactics. Many websites prioritized commissions, resulting in skewed…

Key Moments: Doubling the machine games duty from 20% to 40% is projected to bring in between £275m and £458m in extra annual revenue Polling from the Social Market Foundation finds that 43% of voters would support higher taxes on adult gaming centers Industry groups have warned that the proposal could lead to closures, job losses, and increased activity among unregulated operators Tax Hike Proposed for High Stakes Gambling Venues Adult gaming centers, now a dominant force on many British high streets, could see a substantial rise in taxation under…

Key Moments: Gaming Corps has signed a direct distribution agreement with Jupiter Gaming, enabling its portfolio across multiple UK-facing casino brands. Jupiter Gaming Limited now operates under its own UK Gambling Commission licence (account 67098), with all permissions effective from 28 August 2025 and no listed regulatory actions. Gaming Corps reported SEK 12.7 million in net sales in the third quarter of 2025, an increase of approximately 29% year over year. Agreement Details and Content Launch Gaming Corps has formalized a content partnership with Jupiter Gaming, making its range of…

Key Moments: Suspicious transactions in the iGaming sector have increased 4.5 times from early 2025 to early 2026 The average value of flagged transactions has grown from just under $4,000 to about $6,500 Fraudulent verification attempts comprised 1.53% of all checks in Q1 2026, up 18% year-over-year Surge in Fraudulent Activity Challenging Operators Fraud is swiftly becoming more costly and difficult to detect within the gambling industry, as AI-driven schemes boost both the frequency and sophistication of attacks. Recent figures from Sumsub, a provider of identity verification solutions, have shown…

Key Moments: Stakelogic BV paid £122,835 in a regulatory settlement after some slot games failed to meet the 2.5-second minimum spin interval required by UK rules. A total of 16 games offered on the GB market were found to have operated too quickly, with timing shortfalls as small as 0.001 seconds. The issue stemmed from the use of manual stopwatches to measure compliance with timing regulations. Compliance Breach Uncovered in Slot Game Development The UK Gambling Commission took regulatory action against Stakelogic BV after multiple online slot games did not…

Key Moments: Malta has expressed its intention to veto any new EU-wide tax powers, including those related to gambling. Negotiations for the next EU financial framework have brought renewed focus to gambling levies and Malta’s corporate tax system. The Maltese government and opposition have shown unity in defending national tax authority and opposing direct EU-level taxes. EU Budget Talks Highlight Gambling Tax Concerns Malta has set a firm boundary as discussions surface around the European Union’s upcoming long-term budget. The country has openly declared that it would block any initiatives…

Key Moments: Polymarket has partnered with GRID. It now integrates live streams, stats, and interactive esports features. Prediction markets increasingly rely on fast, official data. As a result, they now resemble sportsbook infrastructure. Bernstein projects major growth. Volumes could reach $240 billion in 2026 and $1 trillion by 2030. Deepening Integration of Live Data in Esports Prediction Markets Polymarket has taken a major step by partnering with GRID, an esports data platform. The deal adds live data and interactivity to its esports hub. This integration brings server-level data, real-time statistics,…

Key Moments: Researchers have found that the current £150 monthly deposit threshold may prioritize intervention over individual autonomy Nearly half of participants without gambling-related harm still exceeded the threshold during a year-long study The optimal deposit limit shifts between £39 and £716 depending on the targeted policy objective Research Explores Impact of Deposit Triggers A recent study published in Addiction has examined the UK’s £150 monthly deposit trigger for online gambling, questioning whether the threshold achieves an appropriate balance between consumer safety and personal rights. By analyzing a year’s worth…

Key Moments: The CFTC filed a lawsuit on 23 June against the state of Kentucky regarding prediction markets regulation. Kentucky imposed a new “special transaction fee” on CFTC-regulated markets, prompting federal legal action. Kentucky previously filed lawsuits against prediction market operators, alleging illegal gambling activity. Federal and State Clash Over Prediction Market Oversight The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced it initiated a lawsuit on 23 June against the state of Kentucky, aiming to halt the state’s actions to close CFTC-registered contract markets using state-specific regulations. The conflict arose…

Key Moments: Gambling tax revenue in New South Wales is projected to climb from $3.8 billion in 2025-26 to $4.7 billion by 2029-30 Pokies in pubs and hotels are on track to generate approximately $2.2 billion in tax revenue by 2029-30, up from $1.6 billion in the current year Key recommendations on cashless gaming and account-based systems remain pending, despite expert and regulatory advice Forecasts Signal Growing Financial Reliance on Gambling The latest New South Wales budget papers reveal that gambling tax revenue is on track to post sharp gains…