Author: Daniel Williams

Key Moments: Wazdan has introduced its game portfolio to Betnacional’s platform in Brazil via Relax Gaming’s aggregation service The collaboration expands Wazdan’s footprint in Latin America and delivers a selection of its popular slot titles to Betnacional’s players The agreement builds on Betnacional’s integration into Flutter Entertainment, reinforcing Wazdan’s reach in regulated markets Strategic Expansion Into Brazil Wazdan has moved to strengthen its presence in Brazil by launching its portfolio on Betnacional through the Relax Gaming platform. This development is in line with the company’s broader growth strategy in Latin…

Key Moments: Regulators in Ireland have issued warnings about criminal liability tied to promoting unlicensed gambling operators Rainbet, promoted by Cork-based influencers, operates without an Irish betting license and has contested regulatory credentials Munster Technological University has acknowledged awareness of the situation and cited its disciplinary processes Influencer Business Model Under Spotlight A recent incident at a furniture showroom in Cork brought publicity to local influencer Vladyslav Morhulets, known online as Rendy Vlad, when security escorted him out after staff found him hiding under display bedding as part of a…

Key Moments: Australia’s states and territories are expected to collect more than $10.5 billion in gambling taxes during 2025/26. New South Wales collected about $3.6 billion in gambling tax revenue in 2024/25, equal to roughly 7% of total state tax receipts. Australians lost more than $104 billion to gambling in the three years following the Murphy Review. Balancing Harm Reduction and State Budgets Australia’s gambling reform debate has become closely tied to state finances. State and territory governments rely heavily on gambling taxes to fund public services. Although the federal…

Key Moments: Operators now face greater challenges adapting their platforms post-licensing, rather than obtaining market approval WiseGaming streamlines multi-market operations with a modular, API-first, and cloud-based platform Brazil remains WiseGaming’s main focus, while Peru, Chile, and Colombia present new regional opportunities Adapting to Local Markets: The New Hurdle Securing a gambling license is increasingly seen as just the starting point for companies entering new jurisdictions. The more substantial challenge, according to WiseGaming, comes after approval, when operators must customize platforms to fit local regulations, payment preferences, and player behaviors –…

Key Moments: The European Court clarified the standards for judging Google Ireland’s liability in a €2.2 million penalty case over gambling ads on YouTube. The proceedings now return to the Italian Council of State for assessment following the European Court’s July 16, 2026 judgment. The outcome will depend on whether YouTube’s handling of content was technical and passive or involved active content management. Background of the Dispute The ongoing legal battle between Google Ireland and the Italian Communications Authority (AGCOM) revolves around a substantial €2.2 million fine related to gambling…

Key Moments: Peter & Sons signed a content distribution agreement with Hollywoodbets UK on July 23, 2026. The partnership expands the studio’s UK presence and supports its planned move into South Africa. Hollywoodbets UK has operated under a UK Gambling Commission license since 2019. Strategic Partnership Strengthens Market Reach Peter & Sons has strengthened its UK presence by signing a distribution agreement with Hollywoodbets UK. Announced on July 23, 2026, the deal gives Hollywoodbets UK players access to the studio’s full portfolio of casino games. As a result, Peter &…

Key Moments: NASPL and WLA urged governments to regulate prediction markets under gambling laws rather than financial rules. Lottery groups warned that unchecked prediction markets could weaken consumer protection and sports integrity. Both organizations called for equivalent safeguards regardless of how regulators classify these products. Lottery Associations Push for Stronger Oversight The North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) and the World Lottery Association (WLA) urged governments to regulate prediction markets as gambling activities instead of financial derivatives. They argue that event-based prediction markets closely resemble traditional gambling…

Key Moments ONDISS launched FIRST’s sportsbook technology with City Center Online, adding online sports betting to a leading regulated .bet.ar operator. The agreement gives FIRST access to Argentina through the ONDISS platform, reinforcing ONDISS’s role in connecting international suppliers with regulated operators. The partnership followed the Santa Fe Lottery’s authorization of online sports betting, positioning City Center Online among the first .bet.ar operators to offer the product in the province. Strategic Launch in Argentina’s Regulated Market On 23 July 2026, ONDISS broadened its footprint in Latin America’s regulated online gaming…

Key Moments: Kalshi raised its federal lobbying expenditures to $1.8 million in the first half of 2026, surpassing its total outlay from 2025 The American Gaming Association committed $1.39 million to lobbying so far in 2026, increasing its spend by approximately 30% over the same period in 2025 Congressional investigations into insider trading on prediction platforms remain ongoing, with Kalshi and Polymarket offering contrasting responses to House investigators Lobbying Efforts Surge Amid Regulatory Debates Prediction markets have become the focal point of an intense lobbying campaign in Washington, with both…

Key Moments: Yggdrasil’s online casino games have been launched on Caesars’, Horseshoe, and Caesars Sportsbook online platforms in Michigan and New Jersey The initial title available is Valley of the Gods, with more games planned for release on Caesars’ platforms in the coming months The company’s debut in the United States follows several years of strategic preparation and earlier agreements in North America and Latin America Yggdrasil Enters US Digital Casino Markets Yggdrasil, a Malta-based supplier of iGaming content, has officially entered the regulated United States online casino market. This…