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Prediction Markets Top $50bn in June, Out-Trading US Sportsbooks on the World Cup 10 to 1 - Prediction Markets news
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Prediction Markets Top $50bn in June, Out-Trading US Sportsbooks on the World Cup 10 to 1

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Colombian Betting Tax Bombshell: High Court Halts 19% Levy as Operators Gain Vital Reprieve
RegulatoryFeb 2

Colombian Betting Tax Bombshell: High Court Halts 19% Levy as Operators Gain Vital Reprieve

The Constitutional Court of Colombia has delivered a shock suspension of the 19% VAT on gambling, citing constitutional concerns over emergency decrees. With an election year approaching, legal experts believe the tax is unlikely to be revived before 2027, providing a major boost to licensed operators.

LOLiam O'Brien
•2 min read

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    • Lowlands Lockout: New Dutch Government Declares Total War on Betting
    RegulatoryFeb 2

    Lowlands Lockout: New Dutch Government Declares Total War on Betting

    The Dutch government is set to implement a total ban on gambling advertisements and introduce license limits, citing fears of crime and a need to protect the public from an industry they have compared to the sex trade.

    LOLiam O'Brien
    •2 min read
    Kremlin Eyes Gambling Goldmine to Fuel War Chest
    RegulatoryJan 30

    Kremlin Eyes Gambling Goldmine to Fuel War Chest

    As the war in Ukraine enters its fourth year, the Russian Finance Ministry has proposed legalising online casinos to generate 100 billion roubles annually, a move critics label as a desperate attempt to fund the ongoing military campaign through state-controlled gambling.

    LOLiam O'Brien
    •2 min read
    British Betting Regulator Set for Funding Boost as DCMS Eyes 30% Fee Hike
    RegulatoryJan 28

    British Betting Regulator Set for Funding Boost as DCMS Eyes 30% Fee Hike

    As the DCMS considers a 30% hike in gambling licence fees, the UK regulator warns that without a significant cash injection, it may be forced to cut staff and scale back essential enforcement against illegal operators.

    LOLiam O'Brien
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    Netherlands Squeezes Operators Again as Licence Fees Rocket
    RegulatoryJan 28

    Netherlands Squeezes Operators Again as Licence Fees Rocket

    As the Netherlands prepares for a massive wave of licence renewals, the government has confirmed that fees will rise by 28 per cent across the board. Combined with a 37.8 per cent tax rate, the move has left many wondering if the Dutch market is still a viable home for online gambling operators.

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    German legal storm threatens to crash the Maltese fortress protecting bet365
    RegulatoryJan 26

    German legal storm threatens to crash the Maltese fortress protecting bet365

    The escalating legal conflict over bet365 in Germany serves as a litmus test for the European Union’s ability to enforce judicial cooperation across borders. As Maltese legislation continues to shield operators from multi million euro claims the upcoming decisions from the European Court of Justice will determine whether the current system of regulatory loopholes can survive or if a new era of stringent player protection and cross border accountability is about to begin.

    LOLiam O'Brien
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    The Great Finnish Scratch Card Crisis: Can Gifting Survive the New Era of Player Tracking?
    RegulatoryJan 26

    The Great Finnish Scratch Card Crisis: Can Gifting Survive the New Era of Player Tracking?

    Finland is scrambling to fix a regulatory oversight that turned gifted scratch cards into worthless bits of cardboard, all while preparing for the biggest gambling market liberalisation in its history.

    LOLiam O'Brien
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    Empire State Stakes: Senator Addabbo Leads Renewed Charge for New York Online Casino Gold
    RegulatoryJan 23

    Empire State Stakes: Senator Addabbo Leads Renewed Charge for New York Online Casino Gold

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    LOLiam O'Brien
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    Iowa Hammers Down: New Bills Seek to Wipe Out Rogue Gambling Platforms
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    Iowa Hammers Down: New Bills Seek to Wipe Out Rogue Gambling Platforms

    Iowa lawmakers have introduced HSB 586 and SSB 3040 to grant the IRGC explicit powers to shut down unlicenced sweepstakes casinos using civil injunctions and stop orders.

    LOLiam O'Brien
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    Tax Reform Triumph As Nigeria Abolishes VAT On Gambling Stakes
    RegulatoryJan 22

    Tax Reform Triumph As Nigeria Abolishes VAT On Gambling Stakes

    The Nigerian Tax Act 2025 has officially eliminated VAT on gambling stakes as of 1 January 2026. This landmark legislation aligns Nigeria with international tax standards and provides much-needed clarity for the sports betting and lottery sectors. While stakes are now exempt, operators must still pay tax on service fees and commissions.

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