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BGC unveils five-point strategy to combat growing illegal gambling market

The Betting and Gaming Council has launched a new five-point plan aimed at tackling the UK's expanding illegal gambling market, warning that stronger action is needed to protect consumers and prevent further growth of unlicensed operators.

2 min read • Jun 8 • By Jack Found

Brazil: Licensed operators say it’s time to hunt the Tiger

Brazil’s regulated betting sector is urging authorities to expand oversight beyond operators and target suppliers serving illegal platforms.

2 min read • Jun 8 • By Layla Victoria

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What’s behind Brazil’s betting license files?

Documents related to operator authorizations, including technical assessments and ownership information, remain inaccessible under transparency requests for 100 years.

1 min read • Jun 8 • By Layla Victoria

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Brazil betting tax revenue doubles to $807m from January to April

Licensed operators generated BR4.5bn ($807m) in tax revenue during the first four months of 2026, according to Federal Revenue data.

1 min read • Jun 8 • By Layla Victoria

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Austrian sports clubs facing legal action over Interwetten deals

Litigation funder Jufina argues that although Interwetten is licensed for sports betting in Austria, it also promotes online casino games on its website.

2 min read • Jun 8 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Russian authorities detain 24 over illegal gambling payment network

Authorities have detained multiple individuals over an alleged financial platform used to process payments for multiple illegal online casinos.

1 min read • Jun 8 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Sweden: Spelinspektionen reports Q1 2026 illegal gambling enforcement

Spelinspektionen has issued multiple bans in Q1 2026 to unlicensed gambling operators and reported continued enforcement against illegal activity.

1 min read • Jun 8 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Former US Representative George Santos faces Kalshi trading probe

Kalshi has referred a case involving former Congressman George Santos to federal regulators after identifying potentially suspicious trading activity.

1 min read • Jun 8 • By Marieta Lezaic