Gambling News

Kyiv Court Orders Liquidation of Premier Palace Casino Following Two-Year Bankruptcy Proceedings

The court’s decision, published last week, marks the end of a two-year legal bankruptcy proceeding that began in April 2024.

Gambling Commission Postpones Financial Risk Assessment Decision Following Industry Backlash

The delay follows a flurry of opposition against the FRAs.

Three Betting Giants Secure Major Sponsorship Deals Despite UK Tax Pressures

This week saw three big sponsorship moves, ones which are going to make this edition of Sponsorship Spotlight a tough one to judge as a trio of betting’s heavy hitters add some serious power to their marketing portfolios. Close to home, UK taxes may be biting into the British marketing budget, but t

Belgium Gaming Commission Serves Final Warning to Operators Ahead of 2026 World Cup Marketing Blitz

Belgium’s Gaming Commission, the Kansspelcommissie, has fired a fresh warning shot at operators ahead of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Commission has signalled that it will aggressively police bonus offers, advertising activity and football-related sponsorship exposure during one of the indu

Thai Poker Den Bust Highlights Cross-Border Gambling Risks for UK Players

AI Revolution Set to Transform Latin American World Cup Betting as Brazil Enters Legal Market

The 2026 World Cup will be the first in which Brazilian punters can legally bet on their national team, creating a huge opportunity for operators in Latin America’s newly regulated giant. Mateo Lenoble, Kambi’s head of sales in LatAm, explains why Kambi’s move to 100% AI-powered trading could prove

Betr Acquires Ascent Capital in Bold Push Towards UK Prediction Markets

The company, founded by Jake Paul, will move to harbour in-app prediction market access powered by Polymarket technology.

California Card Rooms Win Preliminary Battle as Blackjack Ban Looms Large

California card rooms have won the first round of a legal battle against the state that could prove existential.

California Cardrooms Win Reprieve as Federal Judge Blocks Blackjack Ban

CFTC-NHL Partnership Could Signal Shift in US Sports Prediction Markets as UK Maintains Regulatory Lead

Kalshi's Survivor Markets Under Fresh Insider Trading Scrutiny as UK Regulators Watch Closely

**Paf Crosses €200m Revenue Milestone as Social Contributions Soar Past €500m**

Åland-based operator Paf delivered record financial results in 2025, as revenue rose 12% year-on-year to €214.5m from €191.7m. Profit climbed to €57.2m (2024: €54.3m) in what was the strongest financial performance in the company’s history. The operator also crossed a major long-term milestone, anno