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At iGaming.bet we track the online gambling and sports betting industry every day, with a focus on Spanish and Portuguese-speaking markets. We publish verified news on regulation, licensing, product launches, M&A, financial results, sanctions, technology integrations and executive movements across operators, suppliers and regulators.
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We follow Brazil's rollout under Law 14,790 and the SPA, Colombia's Coljuegos framework, Argentina's national and provincial regulators (IPLyC, LOTBA, Mendoza, Córdoba), Peru's Mincetur licensing under Law 31557, Chile's emerging SCJ regime, Panama's Junta de Control de Juegos, Mexico's post-reform ecosystem, plus mature jurisdictions like Spain (DGOJ) and Portugal (SRIJ). We also report on Uruguay, Paraguay, Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica and grey markets in transition.
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Our coverage spans compliance, KYC and AML, technical certifications, iGaming platforms, sportsbook, live casino, slots, crash games, lotteries, bingo, esports, local payment methods (PIX, PSE, Yape, SPEI, instant transfers), payment processors, cloud infrastructure, fraud prevention and responsible gaming across every story.
B2B industry: suppliers, events and executive moves
We report on leading B2B suppliers (platforms, aggregators, game studios, sportsbook providers, payments, marketing and CRM, testing labs, specialized law firms), the key sector events (SBC Summit Latinoamérica, SAGSE, BiS, ICE, SiGMA, G2E) and the executive appointments shaping each company.
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Stellar Group's 2025 Report: Projections for Brazil's Regulated
Stellar Group's 2025 Report projects Brazil's regulated iGaming market. Discover growth potential & challenges in this key betting & gaming overview.
Read more →Portugal extends casino concessions, redefines operator map
Portugal extends casino concessions, redefining the operator map. Existing licenses extended as new bids are evaluated. Stay updated on iGaming news!
Read more →Mexico debates new gambling ad rules to protect minors
Mexico debates new gambling ad rules. Congress scrutinizes online betting ads to protect minors. Stricter limits proposed for promotional content.
Read more →KTO joins Kings League, bets on tournament's global reach, São Paulo
KTO joins Kings League World Cup in São Paulo! Betting on global reach, KTO sponsors the tournament at Allianz Parque.
Read more →Puerto Rico slot machines: Future uncertain for thousands
Puerto Rico slot machines face an uncertain future. Thousands of machines affected as new regulations loom. What's next for PR's gaming sector?
Read more →Dow Jones integrates Polymarket, accelerates prediction market entry
Dow Jones integrates Polymarket, accelerating prediction market entry. Get probability data from Polymarket on WSJ, Barron's & MarketWatch.
Read more →Buenos Aires allows horse racing agencies to register online gamblers
Buenos Aires allows horse racing agencies to register online gamblers. IPLyC expands physical points within the regulated iGaming ecosystem.
Read more →Google opens ad ecosystem to US regulated prediction markets
Google opens ad ecosystem to US regulated prediction markets. Access granted to platforms with federal regulation. Effective Jan 21.
Read more →São Paulo awards 15-year lottery, redefines Brazil gaming map
São Paulo awards 15-year lottery to Brightstar/Scientific Games, redefining Brazil's gaming map. Exclusive license for lottery products.
Read more →Regulatory tightening drives operators from UK online market
UK online gambling operators exit market due to regulatory tightening, new restrictions, and increased tax burden. Find out why.
Read more →State casinos resumed activity after an agreement with the union
Uruguay's State Casinos reopened Jan 5th after union agreement. Find out how the casinos resumed activity after the strike.
Read more →Santa Fe defines the framework to grant online sports betting licenses
Santa Fe defines framework for online sports betting licenses. Law 14,235 sets conditions, including 15% gross income fee.
Read more →2026 Brasileirão: Significant Sponsorship Market Movements
2026 Brasileirão: Up to 40% of Serie A clubs may change sponsors. Significant market movements & commercial strategy reassessments, especially in betting.
Read more →Lottopar: Instant lottery prominence in 2025 report
Lottopar's 2025 report highlights instant lottery prominence. Discover its leadership in Paraná's regulated gaming, driven by tech & high prize rates.
Read more →Brazil extends digital council alliance to fight illegal betting
Brazil extends digital council alliance to fight illegal betting. Ministry of Finance renews cooperation to combat irregular betting promotion.
Read more →User earns $400k on Polymarket predicting Maduro's arrest
User earns $400k on Polymarket predicting Maduro's arrest. This bet on a political outcome led to a massive profit on the prediction market.
Read more →The SCJ launches "My SCJ," a new citizen portal for digital procedures
SCJ launches "My SCJ," a new citizen portal. Digitize procedures with the Chilean gambling regulator. Simplify processes & improve public relations.
Read more →Colombian operators welcome new VAT for online gaming
Colombian operators welcome new VAT for online gaming. Gov. approves 19% VAT on GGR, not deposits, correcting a scheme that impacted the sector.
Read more →Ice Barcelona 2026: More LatAm networking and specialized content
ICE Barcelona 2026: LatAm networking & specialized content. Join us for World Gaming Week, Jan 19-21, for gaming industry insights & connections.
Read more →153,000+ requested self-exclusion in first 20 days on federal platform
153,000+ self-exclusion requests in 20 days on Brazil's federal platform. Learn how the new sports betting self-exclusion system impacts iGaming.
Read more →New Jersey: iGaming now leads sector revenue
NJ iGaming leads sector revenue, hitting $636.2M in Nov. Online gaming surpasses physical casinos, driving growth.
Read more →SOS jogador: Player protection, stronger mediation with betting
SOS Jogador: Player protection & stronger mediation in betting. Defending bettor rights, preventing abuse, building balanced player-operator relationships.
Read more →NHL strengthens control strategy with prediction market agreements
NHL partners with prediction markets, enhancing control strategy. First major US sports league to formalize data & engagement for sporting events.
Read more →Lula signs law that raises the tax burden on betting houses
Lula signs law raising tax burden on betting houses. New law increases tax on gross income from 12% to 15% by 2028. Strengthens revenue collection.
Read more →Kalshi announces the first predictive markets conference in 2026
Kalshi announces the first Predictive Markets Conference in March 2026. Join us for this key event on predictive markets analysis and development.
Read more →Brazil sets tax record, driven by regulated online gaming
Brazil sets tax record in 2025, driven by regulated online gaming. Official data shows online betting & digital games significantly boosted public revenue.
Read more →Kalshi launches Kalshi Research, boosts predictive markets commitment
Kalshi launches Kalshi Research, boosting predictive markets commitment. Explore academic research & data from Kalshi, a leader in predictive markets.
Read more →Kalshi co-founder: Brazil, next big market for prediction platforms
Kalshi co-founder eyes Brazil as the next big market for prediction platforms. Expansion possible by 2026. Latin America is a strategic interest.
Read more →Sector strongly rejects new online gaming tax in Colombia
Colombia's iGaming sector rejects new online gaming tax. Operators warn 19% deposit levy harms legal market, boosts illegal gambling.
Read more →Argentina: Illegal Gambling Probe Freezes €4.1M in Assets
Argentina's illegal gambling probe freezes €4.1M in assets. Complex financial structure dismantled, targeting illicit betting & money laundering.
Read more →Spa considers creating its own career path
SPA considers creating its own career path. Brazil's betting regulator expands staff & strengthens structure. Requisitions employees from public entities.
Read more →Fanduel & CME Group launch Fanduel Predicts in US prediction markets
FanDuel & CME Group launch FanDuel Predicts in US prediction markets. Get ready for new prediction markets in AL, AK, SC, ND, SD!
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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from iGaming.bet! We thank you for your support & wish you peace, rest, and good times.
Read more →Illegal gambling in EU exposes limits of regulatory model
Illegal gambling in the EU is booming, exposing flaws in regulatory models. Player protection & tax revenue at risk. The legal market struggles.
Read more →Finland ends gambling monopoly, opens online market
Finland ends gambling monopoly, opening its online market. Historic reform liberalizes online gambling, ending Veikkaus's decades-long state control.
Read more →Santa Fe advances own legal framework for online sports betting
Santa Fe advances online sports betting with new law. Province regulates digital gambling, authorizing Santa Fe Lottery for official offerings.
Read more →Nigeria: Tinubu Halts Gaming/Lottery Centralization Attempt
Tinubu halts Nigeria's gaming/lottery centralization attempt. President confirms bill violates constitutional boundaries, protecting states' power.
Read more →FBI warns of illegal gambling growth targeting US bettors
FBI warns of illegal gambling growth targeting US bettors. Avoid risks, protect integrity. Stay safe, bet legally.
Read more →Facebook tests link limits, raising affiliate/creator concerns
Facebook tests link limits, sparking affiliate & creator concerns. Meta's new organic link restrictions could impact iGaming traffic.
Read more →Brazilian Senate rejects urgency for gaming regulation bill
Brazilian Senate rejects urgency for gaming regulation bill. Gambling legalization halted as Plenary votes against Bill 2,234/2022.
Read more →Digital channel gains ground in Caixa lotteries, physical agencies
Caixa Lotteries' digital channels gain ground, now 23% of revenue. Physical agencies still lead, but online betting is growing fast in Brazil.
Read more →ITV prepares to enter iGaming with its own online casino and bingo
ITV enters iGaming! Get ready for their new online casino & bingo brand, launching soon in partnership with Richmond Atlantic & GiG.
Read more →Brazil sets new income tax rules for online betting winnings
Brazil sets new income tax rules for online betting winnings. Learn about the new taxation on online betting platforms and regulated fixed-odds gaming.
Read more →IBJR warns of money laundering advance via illegal gambling
IBJR warns: Illegal gambling fuels money laundering in Brazil. Unregulated platforms facilitate illicit operations, hindering fund tracking.
Read more →Coinbase sues states over prediction markets
Coinbase sues Michigan, Illinois, Connecticut over prediction markets. States exceed authority regulating products under CFTC. Federal lawsuits filed.
Read more →DraftKings jumps into prediction markets with a new standalone app
DraftKings launches new standalone app for prediction markets. Explore DraftKings Predictions, regulated by CFTC. Expand your betting beyond sports.
Read more →Gibraltar evaluates gambling tax alternatives after UK increase
Gibraltar evaluates gambling tax alternatives after UK increase. Explore economic model changes & potential impacts on public finances.
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