Gibraltar’s parliament approves first reading of 2025 Gambling Bill, introducing sweeping reforms as UK raises Remote Gaming Duty to 40% from April.
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California’s AB 2617 targets gambling and prediction market ads to minors, mandating age checks and threatening fines up to $2,500 per offense.
Alberta’s AGLC bans political and election betting ahead of its online gambling market launch this summer, taking a stricter approach than Ontario.
New research proves free bet promotions directly cause gambling harm. Players who blocked marketing made 23% fewer bets and experienced 67% less damage.
Argentine court blocks Polymarket nationwide for operating without gambling licence. Platform faces app store removal and mounting regulatory pressure worldwide.
Arizona prosecutes Kalshi on 20 criminal counts for alleged illegal gambling, while a federal judge denies the prediction market’s restraining order.
Portugal’s online gaming market generated €337.6M in Q4 2025, up 4.5% YoY. Casino games rose 16% while sports betting dropped 10% despite higher volume.
Offshore gambling operators captured €80.6 billion in EU revenue during 2024, costing governments €20 billion in lost taxes as regulators shift tactics.
Brazilian Bill 1172/2026 seeks to ban all online betting advertising across digital platforms. Finance officials warn it may boost illegal operators.
Wisconsin’s sports betting bill reaches Gov. Evers. High tribal revenue share could keep major operators out, opening door for prediction markets.