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Australia blocks the newest illicit online gambling sites

Australia’s communications regulator (ACMA) has blocked several new illegal gambling websites, continuing its efforts to protect consumers and enforce the Interactive Gambling Act.

2026 iGaming Regulation: Tighter Guidelines, More Innovative Compliance, and Worldwide Development

White Label Casino in 2026: Benefits, Drawbacks, and Options

The article explains the white-label casino model, highlighting its advantages for quick market entry and lower costs, while noting drawbacks such as limited control, scalability challenges, and dependence on the provider’s license and infrastructure.

Recent research indicates uneven trends in the UK gaming business

Internet slots are expanding while overall internet revenue, real-event betting, and land-based gambling all declining, according to recent UK Gambling Commission data.

UK is taking action to outlaw unauthorized sports gambling sponsorship

The UK plans to ban sports sponsorships from gambling companies not licensed by the UK Gambling Commission, aiming to reduce unregulated operators’ exposure to British consumers.

A new alliance in the Netherlands wants to restrict licenses and outlaw gambling advertisements

The Netherlands’ new coalition plans to ban gambling ads and possibly limit online licenses, though industry groups warn the move could drive players to illegal markets.

The Best Trends, Predictions, and Survival Techniques for iGaming in the Age of Market Maturity, 2026

France launches JONUM framework regulating NFT and blockchain gaming markets

France launches a new set of rules for games using monetizable digital objects

France has introduced the JONUM regulatory framework under the SREN Act to regulate blockchain-based games with monetisable digital items, creating a new legal category between gambling and traditional video gaming while imposing strict consumer protection and AML requirements.

Norway’s Gambling Crackdown: What Happens to Unpaid Fines?

Norway imposed NOK 21 million in fines on Trannel, but the penalty remained unpaid. The case reveals the limits of enforcing gambling penalties against foreign operators.

The Rise of Crypto Payments in Online Gambling: Risks and Regulation

Discover the future of crypto gambling in 2026. Explore iGaming payment trends, global regulatory landscapes, and expert licensing solutions from Equilex.

Stablecoins and iGaming: The Shift Toward Infrastructure

Discover how stablecoins transformed iGaming payments in 2025. Explore the shift to blockchain settlement rails and how Equilex can help with your licensing.

Strong Interest in Malta Gaming Licences in Early 2025

MGA H1 2025 Interim Report overview: discover key iGaming trends, Malta gambling license statistics, AML compliance checks, and regulatory updates.