New legislation grants regulators authority to freeze financial flows linked to unlicensed operators.
The regulated gambling segment emerges as one of the fastest-growing contributors to tax collection.
Full-year revenue fell 10% to €763.6m as the revised Caliente agreement changed how Playtech records part of its Mexico income. The supplier still reported results ahead of expectations and said trading in early 2026 has remained strong.
According to the agreement, the operator failed to prevent fraudulent behavior across its BetMGM and Borgata wagering platforms, resulting in the launch of four individual fraud rings.
The regulator warns the outcome of a three-year review risks weakening racing’s funding model and wider industry stability.
The company has introduced a bundled Las Vegas offering combining accommodation, dining and entertainment into a single package available from April.
A 2024 study found that Greece was already one of the most “expensive” gambling markets in Europe, prior to the now planned increase in online casino player winnings tax.
Industry stakeholders raise concerns over market impact if the bill gets enacted.
Documents point to inconsistencies in reporting and potential preferential treatment in Rio de Janeiro lottery operations.
The AOPJNR warns that Emergency Ordinance 7/2026 has caused a blockage in Romania’s slot machine industry, threatening jobs and state budget revenue.