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The Dutch government is introducing sweeping new gambling rules, including a near-total ad ban, bonus restrictions, and a raised minimum age for online play.
Request Network launched cross-chain crypto payments with pre-transaction wallet screening for iGaming operators in June 2026, targeting fraud and compliance gaps.
The EU's MiCA grandfathering period ends July 1, 2026, forcing crypto-accepting online casinos to obtain full CASP authorization or stop serving European players.
Finland's shift away from its gambling monopoly is drawing strong industry interest, with 50 licence applications already filed ahead of the 2027 market opening.
New Zealand has published detailed regulations under its Online Casino Gambling Act 2026, with a competitive licensing process set to begin in July 2026.
Brazil's iGaming grace period ended in January 2026. The SPA is now enforcing strict licensing, KYC, and B2B supplier rules across Latin America's biggest market.
Investigators flag a pattern of offshore casinos migrating from ChainValley to Nylo, a Georgian gateway using fake-FIAT crypto deposit flows.
From instant withdrawals to AI-driven fraud detection, fintech is fundamentally changing how online casino operators handle payments and protect players.
Austria's leaked draft law plans to open its online casino market to multiple licensed operators, signalling a broader shift in European iGaming regulation in 2026.
Canadian iGaming operator Betty has launched in the UK and secured a licence for Alberta, marking its first international expansion beyond Ontario.