18 March 2026
Accusations of threats, lobbying pressure and multimillion-dollar stakes have turned Pennsylvania’s debate over skill-game regulation into one of the Capitol’s most contentious fights this session.
A long-awaited merger between Evolution and Galaxy Gaming continues to slow-roll shareholders after the companies agreed to extend the deadline to close the deal.
Kalshi will operate under Nevada gaming rules, a state judge has decreed, in what is seen as a big blow to the prediction market platform.
SkillOnNet’s new Endorphina partnership expands its global content portfolio, bringing fresh slot titles to over 30 brands and boosting reach across regulated markets.
Illegal online gambling now dominates Europe’s digital betting landscape, with unlicensed operators capturing 71 percent of the market and diverting an estimated €20 billion in annual tax revenue.
Spain is leading Europe’s illegal gambling crackdown, blocking operators, issuing multimillion-euro fines and coordinating cross-border action with regulators.
Germany is accelerating changes to its Interstate Treaty on Gambling, citing weak enforcement, stalled licensing and rapid offshore growth. State officials want earlier reform to address consumer risks and market imbalance, signaling a rare political consensus that the current framework no longer reflects how players gamble or how operators compete.
A wave of lawsuits is challenging sportsbook VIP programs and “risk-free” promotions, accusing operators of using personalized incentives that encourage continued betting even when players show signs of harm.
Ireland is preparing to launch its first dedicated gambling regulator, introducing strict licensing, advertising rules and new safeguards under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024.
