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Key Moments: Total GGR climbed 8% to €1.558 billion in the first half of 2026 Online gambling contributed 88% of the market’s GGR growth during this period Greek state revenue from gambling increased 14.4% year on year to €627.3 million Market Overview Greece’s regulated gambling sector continued its upward trajectory, as newly released data for the first half of 2026 showed gross gaming revenue (GGR) reaching €1.558 billion. This figure marks an 8% rise compared to €1.442 billion recorded during the same period in 2025. According to figures presented by…

Key Moments: Ronald Benter, GGL executive board member, emphasized in a 22 September 2026 interview that regulatory changes occur too slowly to counter illegal online gambling. Authorities in Frankfurt recently investigated a case involving alleged illegal online gambling operations, with around €5.86 billion processed since July 2021. The GGL has urged lawmakers to strengthen criminal law measures against illegal gambling initiatives, especially those targeting German users from abroad. Regulatory Challenges in Combating Illegal Gambling The Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), Germany’s joint gambling regulator, has highlighted the need for swifter…

Key Moments: New Jersey has submitted a petition to the U.S. Supreme Court following conflicting circuit court rulings on sports betting regulation via prediction markets. In 2025, sports betting produced nearly $17 billion in state revenue, not including tribal casino income. Kalshi reported that 95% of its revenue derived from sports wagers, intensifying debates on oversight. Supreme Court Petition Follows Circuit Court Split New Jersey has called upon the U.S. Supreme Court to decide whether states may continue to regulate sports gambling as it is presented through prediction market platforms.…

Key Moments: Sportradar and Polymarket have broadened their partnership to span over 20 sports leagues and competitions The expanded agreement adds around 300,000 matches per year, including Bundesliga, Euroleague Basketball, and Tennis Grand Slams The deal incorporates official sports data, live streaming, integrity services, fan engagement solutions, and marketing initiatives Expanded Partnership Enhances Global Sports Prediction Markets Sportradar and Polymarket have finalized a wider strategic partnership that now brings official sports data, live streaming, and integrity services to more than 20 global sports leagues and competitions. This expanded collaboration encompasses…

Key Moments: A Montana federal judge has declined a third bid to pause proceedings between Kalshi and state officials. Kalshi’s motion for a preliminary injunction, pending since April, has been denied for lack of demonstrated irreparable harm. The stay is now lifted and the state must answer Kalshi’s complaint within 21 days. Procedural Pause Brought to an End A federal court in Montana has decided against ongoing procedural delays in the lawsuit brought by Kalshi against state authorities. On August 27, Judge Donald Molloy rejected a third joint motion from…

Key Moments: Nearly $1.5 billion has already been traded on Polymarket contracts tied to the winner of the 2026 World Cup. This activity comes before the tournament even begins. The 2026 World Cup starts on June 11 across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It will feature 48 teams and 104 matches. Meanwhile, DraftKings and FanDuel have launched prediction-market products. They aim to reach customers in states where traditional sports betting remains unavailable. Industry Prepares for Unprecedented Betting Volume The sports betting industry is changing rapidly as the 2026 World…

Key Moments: The Dutch gambling regulator filed over 4,600 complaints with Meta regarding illegal gambling ads on Facebook and Instagram in April 2026 A recent academic study found that nearly 30 percent of ads by offline-licensed operators breached age-restriction rules The Dutch government is actively considering a complete ban on gambling advertisements to address ongoing concerns Regulator Intensifies Action Against Unlicenced Operators In April 2026, the Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) singled out illegal gambling operators in a significant enforcement campaign, submitting more than 4,600 reports to Meta for advertisements…

Key Moments: The UK gambling industry reported a Gross Gambling Yield of approximately £15.6 billion (€17.4 billion) for the year ending March 2024 Meanwhile, around two-thirds of Britons have expressed opposition to gambling advertising, with many backing tighter curbs In addition, estimated annual spending on gambling advertising in the UK reached £2 billion (€2.3 billion) in 2024 Market Performance and Advertising Presence The United Kingdom’s gambling sector continues to show strong economic performance. Notably, Gross Gambling Yield (GGY) reached approximately £15.6 billion (€17.4 billion) in the year ending March 2024.…