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Veikkaus to Launch Viabet in Finland and Denmark With Viaplay
Veikkaus will launch Viabet with Viaplay in Finland and Denmark on 1 July 2027, its first gambling brand abroad, as Finland's market opens.
Federal Court Orders The Star to Pay $260 Million in AUSTRAC Case
The Federal Court ordered The Star to pay AU$260 million for anti-money laundering failures, the first AUSTRAC penalty set after a contest.
Dutch Licensed Gambling Market Shrinks as Online Revenue Falls 21%
Licensed Dutch gambling took €4.1 billion in 2025 with online down 21%, and licensed sites held 59% of online spending in early 2026.
Spain Requires Gamblers to Deposit and Withdraw in Their Own Name
Spanish-licensed gambling sites must check every payment method is in the player's own name, and older accounts have until 28 April 2027.
Betsson Q3 Revenue Hits a Record as Operating Profit Falls 31%
Betsson's Q3 2026 revenue hit a record €326.5 million on 14% casino growth, but gaming taxes and lower B2B income cut operating profit 31%.
Finland Grants First 12 Online Gambling Licences, None Rejected
Finland's National Police Board has granted 12 online gambling licences from 79 applications. Holders can serve Finnish players from 1 July 2027.
Evolution Grows Q3 Revenue 3.7% and Temporarily Closes Its Brazilian Studio
Evolution's Q3 2026 revenue rose 3.7% to €526.1m as Europe slipped, and it closed its Brazilian studio after the ban. What it means for players.
Dutch Regulator Fines Instantcasino Operator a Record €37 Million Over Unlicensed Sites
The Dutch regulator fined Instantcasino's operator €37.25 million over 12 unlicensed sites, its largest fine for illegal gambling so far.
Bulgaria Drafts Near-Total Gambling Ad Ban, Higher Online Fees and End of Affiliate Licences
Bulgaria's draft Gambling Act bans nearly all gambling ads, ends affiliate licences in 2027 and lifts online fees to 22%. Comments close 23 October.
Leaked CGA Files Show Stake Operator Licensed Before Ownership Questions Were Resolved, Reports Say
Follow the Money and Gambling Insider report that leaked CGA files show Stake's operator was licensed before ownership questions were settled.
Malta Replaces Flat 5% Gaming Tax With 15% and 10% Rates From 1 October
Malta swaps its flat 5% gaming tax for 15% and 10% rates from 1 October 2026 and narrows its gambling VAT exemption. Who pays and what changes.
Gaming1 Buys Carousel Operator Pac-Man NV to Grow Its Belgian Online Casino Reach
Gaming1 has bought Pac-Man NV, taking over Carousel's Belgian online casino licence and Harelbeke gaming hall. What the deal means for players.
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Paolo Pellegrini is Casino Adventurer's news editor, based in Rome, where he was born and raised. He covers the stories shaping the online gambling industry, from new regulations and tax changes to market openings and major deals, and always explains what they mean for players. He's naturally curious and starts every morning with the news and a strong espresso. Outside work, he's a lifelong AS Roma fan and loves cooking for friends on Sundays.