Day: 4 September 2026

Key Moments: The Polish Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) has started reviewing bookmakers’ terms, service design, and potential manipulative techniques. An AI tool is being used to analyze operator websites, mobile apps, and communications for “dark patterns.” Bookmakers using unfair contract terms could face fines of up to 10 per cent of turnover. Regulator Focuses on Transparency and Fair Practices The Polish Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) has announced steps to assess whether the betting industry’s terms, conditions, and service structures utilize manipulative tactics. The regulator…

Key Moments: Flutter Entertainment has launched a review that could see up to 100 Paddy Power betting shops closed, impacting approximately 400 employees. The announcement follows similar moves in the sector, including recent closures by William Hill and Betfred. The Betting and Gaming Council warns that ongoing shop closures may undermine British horse racing’s financial stability and drive customers to unregulated sites. Flutter Weighs Major Reduction of Paddy Power Outlets Flutter Entertainment has initiated a review process that could result in shutting down as many as 100 Paddy Power betting…