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  1. Over 700 international Polymarket accounts report stolen funds due to third-party hack

    The operator chose to halt trading across its international exchange on October 29, eventually resuming activity at 3pm PT and confirming the issue had been resolved.

    29 Oct 2026 · 1 min read · By Kirk Geller
  2. Global Gaming Awards EMEA 2027: Shortlist decided

    The Shortlist for the 2027 Global Gaming Awards Europe, Middle East & Africa has been decided, bringing the industry one step closer to the awards’ 10th European edition.

    29 Oct 2026 · 2 min read · By Mariya Savova
  3. Europe: Gambling tax hikes loom as Italy, Lithuania look to follow UK

    Governments across Europe are turning to gambling taxes to boost budget revenues.

    29 Oct 2026 · 3 min read · By Marieta Lezaic
  4. Koom Games CEO: Why "never give up" is terrible advice for entrepreneurs

    Marko Zulj explains why the ability to pivot is an entrepreneur's greatest strength, while also reflecting on our panel at the SBC Summit in Lisbon, Koom Games' aims for 2027 and future industry trends.

    29 Oct 2026 · 4 min read · By Tim Poole
  5. Rank Group expects £9m annual cost increase from higher Machine Games Duty

    The higher tax rate will take effect from April 2027.

    29 Oct 2026 · 1 min read · By Keih Ma
  6. UK gambling shares rise as 40% MGD rate avoided

    Chancellor Jon Healey unveiled the 2027 UK Budget on 28 October, confirming an increase in MGD on higher-stakes machines to 25% – potentially adding £10,000 (US$13,300) in annual costs per shop.

    28 Oct 2026 · 2 min read · By Kirk Geller
  7. UK MGD: "Another disappointing decision" to cost Entain estimated £25m

    The UK Government's 5% tax hike on machine games could cost Entain millions, but the operator's FY26 outlook remains unchanged.

    28 Oct 2026 · 2 min read · By Will Underwood
  8. SMF welcomes machine duty rise but questions effect on industry behaviour

    The think tank supports the increase to 25% but says it falls short of the larger rise it proposed to address gambling-related harm.

    28 Oct 2026 · 1 min read · By Jack Found
  9. BGC responds to 25% MGD hike

    The Betting and Gaming Council speaks out to Chancellor Healey's official budget.

    28 Oct 2026 · 4 min read · By Patrick Fasolis
  10. Paul Sculpher: The industry wasn't crying wolf – MGD rise will close shops and casinos

    The Global Gaming Insider contributor and land-based gaming expert asks whether the tax rise may reduce overall tax revenue, highlighting the importance of genuine job losses.

    28 Oct 2026 · 3 min read · By Tim Poole