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Key Moments: The draft amendment to the Polish Criminal Code proposes 3-month to 5-year prison terms for promoting illegal gambling or streaming prohibited acts online. The Civic Coalition announced the proposal in the Sejm, led by Monika Rosa, deputy chairwoman and head of the Sejm Committee for Children and Youth. The government plans to consult experts and organizations to refine regulations on online content violations. New Legislation Targets Online Gambling Promotion Polish lawmakers introduced a Criminal Code amendment to increase penalties for influencers who encourage illegal gambling or broadcast prohibited…

Key Moments: Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency officials have called on lawmakers to clarify what qualifies as illegal online gambling Senate Bill 112 is under review to establish a clear definition of “interactive games” and enhance enforcement authority No vote was taken on SB 112, while its House counterpart HB 295 is set for a hearing next week Push for Greater Legal Clarity Regulators from Maryland’s lottery and gaming sector are pressing legislators to define more explicitly what constitutes illegal online gambling within the state. They assert that current…

Key Moments: Sweden will enforce a new rule from January 1, 2027, focusing on player location rather than targeting criteria. BOS, representing licensed operators, supports the change but warns that broader issues threaten market competitiveness. A 2024 tax hike from 18% to 22% has raised concerns that players may shift to unlicensed gambling sites. Regulatory Shift Set for 2027 Sweden is revamping its approach to unlicensed online gambling enforcement. Starting January 1, 2027, authorities will focus on where the player is located, instead of whether the operator “targets” Swedish users.…

Key Moments: The NFL has added prediction markets to its list of prohibited Super Bowl advertisers. However, FanDuel and DraftKings will still promote their sportsbook platforms during the game. Meanwhile, 30-second Super Bowl ads have climbed to as much as $10 million for spots airing on NBC on Feb. 8. NFL Blocks Prediction Market Companies from Super Bowl Ads Super Bowl viewers hoping to see commercials from prediction market firms such as Kalshi and Polymarket will likely be disappointed. Under a newly updated NFL policy, the league now bars these…

Key Moments: A Massachusetts Superior Court judge suggested Kalshi may get only 30 days, not the requested 90, to launch geofencing that blocks in-state users from sports contracts. The legal action arises from a January 20 court ruling that bars Kalshi from enabling sports wagering in Massachusetts without a license. Both parties must submit proposed orders by February 4, 2026. The court expects further proceedings shortly afterward. Strict Geofencing Timeline for Kalshi A Massachusetts Superior Court judge proposed that Kalshi could have just 30 days to implement geofencing to restrict…

Key Moments: New Voluntary Code for online prize draws requires operators to prove free entry routes and consumer protections work as intended. Operators must implement the Code by 20 May 2026 or risk regulatory escalation. Industry experts note a shift from policy statements to evidence-based, daily operational compliance. Code Spurs Operators to Prove Real-World Compliance Britain’s online prize draw industry is undergoing a transformation. The voluntary government Code now prompts operators to show that free-entry options are accessible and that consumer protections function effectively. According to Robert Penfold, an internal…

Key Moments: Hub88 and Odds88 have entered into a partnership with MINT, an iGaming platform utilizing Web3 infrastructure. MINT gains access to Hub88’s offering of more than 12,000 titles and Odds88’s sportsbook covering 1.5 million sports fixtures. The collaboration underscores the Yolo Group B2B brands’ dedication to advancing technology-driven, player-focused online gaming experiences. Strategic Alliance Unveiled On January 29, 2026, Hub88 and Odds88 announced a significant partnership with MINT, a new operator in the iGaming space that utilizes advanced Web3 technology. As MINT positions itself as a next-generation platform, the…

Key Moments: Hann Group is developing a second integrated casino resort in New Clark City as part of the Hann Reserve project’s phase two, with completion targeted for 2030. Meanwhile, land-based casinos in the Philippines generated 45.28 percent of total GGR in the third quarter of 2025, according to PAGCOR. Additionally, Hann Resorts has partnered with PhilWeb Corporation for a regulated online gaming platform, with Hann overseeing compliance and standards. Strategic Expansion in Central Luzon Hann Group is advancing plans for a second integrated resort in New Clark City. This…

Key Moments: Jeff Bezos publicly denied a statement attributed to him by Polymarket on social media. Polymarket has previously drawn criticism for its methods of posting market updates and settling outcomes. The incident raises concerns about accuracy and trustworthiness on prediction market platforms. Bezos Rejects Claim Made by Polymarket Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, has called out Polymarket after the prediction market platform published a social media post attributing business advice to him that he never offered. The post, which appeared on Polymarket’s X account, implied that Bezos encouraged…

Key Moments DCMS opened a consultation on higher Gambling Commission license fees on 27 January. The process runs until 11:59pm on 29 March 2026. Three fee models are proposed, including a 30% average increase. This could raise an estimated £8.7m in extra annual income. Any approved changes would take effect through secondary legislation, expected from October 2026. Consultation Opens on Funding the Gambling Regulator UK-licensed gambling firms may face higher costs as the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) launched a consultation on increasing Gambling Commission license fees. The…