8% of UK adults spend on online prize draws
New UK data shows free prize draws attract regular spending and web traffic, with participation close to online instant win games.
Regulation
Brazil blocks 25,000 illegal betting sites in 2025
Brazil illegal betting sites were targeted as authorities blocked over 25,000 platforms and expanded enforcement during the first year of regulation..
Allwyn and OPAP waive EUR 19.04 cash exit condition
The Allwyn OPAP merger moves forward after boards waive the EUR 19.04 exit condition, keeping first-half 2026 completion in sight.
90% take action after GambleAware campaign
Gambling harm stigma campaign sees 90% take action and prompts renewed calls for tighter gambling advertising rules
DAZN partners with Polymarket to launch prediction trading
DAZN and Polymarket agree deal to introduce prediction trading DAZN features and live probability data into sports broadcasts.
Tipico joins EGBA strengthening Germany market voice
Tipico EGBA membership adds Germany’s largest betting operator to the Brussels trade body, expanding representation in regulated European gambling..
Allwyn buys 62.3% of PrizePicks for USD 1.53bn
Allwyn PrizePicks acquisition gives Allwyn majority control of PrizePicks as the US operator expands prediction markets nationwide.
FanDuel Predicts expands access across all 50 states
FanDuel Predicts is now available nationwide, with FanDuel Predicts markets varying by state and product category.
Alberta brings iGaming rules into force
Alberta iGaming regulation moves forward as new rules take effect in January 2026, setting clearer standards and player protections.
New licences extend Norway charity lotteries to 2035
New licences allow Norway charity lotteries Pantelotteriet and Postkodelotteriet to continue fundraising for major organisations until 2035.
Betway exits Portugal after licence revocation
Portugal online gambling licences held by Betway have been revoked after a formal request from the operator to the regulator.
Maine clears online gambling for Wabanaki Nations
Maine law enables Wabanaki online gambling, giving tribal governments control over new regulated betting and iGaming revenue streams.
DraftKings adds Gamalyze to responsible gaming tools
DraftKings expands player education through the DraftKings Gamalyze integration, adding behavior-based insights to its Responsible Gaming Center.
Fliff launches real-money DFS in 11 US states
Fliff expands its offering with a real-money DFS launch across 11 US states, adding the Superstars format to its platform.
Google allows prediction market ads from January 21
Prediction markets advertising will be allowed on Google Ads in the US from January 21, 2026, but only for federally regulated entities.
Romania launches EUR 5m programme impacting online gambling harms
Romania online gambling is indirectly affected as ONJN launches a EUR 5m prevention and treatment programme targeting gambling addiction nationwide...
PlayCity admits three bidders to Ukraine lottery tender
Ukraine lottery licensing advances as PlayCity confirms three operators admitted to the state lottery licence competition.
Brazil sets betting tax rise to 15% by 2028
Brazil betting tax rules were confirmed in a December 2025 law, setting phased GGR increases from 2026.
GamCare handles 130,000 contacts as treatment waits fall to 1.3 days
GamCare annual review shows faster access to treatment, steady helpline demand and broad education reach during sector change.
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