
Illinois weighs ending its per-bet sportsbook fee as wager counts dip
Illinois lawmakers are moving to repeal the state’s per-bet sportsbook tax after four months of falling wager counts.
17 March 2026

Illinois lawmakers are moving to repeal the state’s per-bet sportsbook tax after four months of falling wager counts.

A federal judge in Tennessee is questioning whether sports prediction contracts fall under commodities law, raising new uncertainty for nationwide platforms.

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), is set to strengthen regulations against its thriving gambling industry, officials have confirmed. The agency could introduce more stringent player verification checks, the introduction of a dedicated problem gambling helpline, stricter licensing conditions for operators.

UKGC chief Andrew Rhodes will step down in April, leaving a leadership transition during a major reform cycle.

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s investment in Kalshi raises conflict concerns after a market tied to his trade status drew heavy volume.

GamCare recorded a sharp rise in treatment referrals at the start of 2026, pointing to sustained demand for structured gambling-harm support.

could shift the focus away from harm prevention and toward revenue. The liberalised system, due to launch in July 2027, will allow operators beyond Veikkaus’ monopoly to enter the market.

Sportradar, a global sports technology company that collects, processes, and distributes real-time sports data, has found there was a 1% decline in match fixing. In its Integrity in Action: 2025 Global Analysis & Trends” report, released today, it found 99.5% of sports events worldwide that the company monitored were free from suspicion.

Thailand’s election outcome weakens momentum behind casino legalization as coalition politics shift policy priorities.

Japan’s election result gives the government a stronger mandate to advance its integrated resort program ahead of the 2027 application window.