AGIC urges Italy to finish gambling reform after youth betting rise
The 2026 addictions report found around 1.5 million students gambled in the past year, increasing pressure on Italy’s unfinished land-based gaming reforms.
The 2026 addictions report found around 1.5 million students gambled in the past year, increasing pressure on Italy’s unfinished land-based gaming reforms.
The intervention comes as the Dutch Government prepares further reforms to online gambling rules, including tighter player protection and stronger action against illegal operators.
Regulator identifies gambling harm, scams and public safety as key compliance focus areas for the year ahead.
The operator has launched a new World Cup advert featuring Vini Jr and Galvão Bueno ahead of Brazil’s next match.
The renewal extends a collaboration dating back to 1989 and forms part of SELAE's wider €87m social funding programme running through 2029.
Financial institutions will have one day to block accounts linked to illegal betting operators after receiving notification from the Ministry of Finance.
The MLB Players Association has proposed banning prop bets on individual player performances as part of collective bargaining talks, citing concerns over player harassment and betting-related integrity risks.
The broadcaster has adopted a more traditional advertising format for betting sponsors following criticism and a consumer protection investigation.
Caixa will allow lottery retailers to earn commissions by directing customers to its Digital Instant Lottery through personalised links and QR codes.
A Brazilian senator has proposed a national responsible gambling policy aimed at preventing gambling addiction and protecting bettors.