The German Federal Gambling Authority (GGL) has released its first quarterly data for the regulated gambling market, covering state-controlled lotteries, charity lotteries, and so-called "transnational high-risk gambling games," including online slots and sports betting.The data shows that the tota
The United Arab Emirates (UAE), a desert country known for its oil, trade, and skyscrapers, is rapidly and determinedly shifting the global gambling industry landscape. Since the establishment of the federal gambling regulatory authority in September 2023, to the issuance of the first batch of lotte
As the Brazilian government considers taxing retrospective gray market gambling activities, the Brazilian gambling industry faces a more complex tax environment and industry uncertainty.Background on Retrospective TaxationAccording to local media Metrópoles, a working group formed by the Brazilian A
European cryptocurrency gambling is rapidly rising, with Spain becoming one of the most focused markets. By 2024, Spain's total gambling revenue reached 8.1 billion euros, with sports betting revenue at 608.85 million euros and casino game revenue at 730.7 million euros, showing significant growth i
The UK gambling industry is facing an unprecedented expansion of the black market. According to David Matthews, CEO of Onyx Gaming, overly strict regulations inadvertently push players towards illegal operators, thereby undermining efforts for responsible gambling. Over the past five years, the tota
New York State Gaming Commission's latest data shows that in July 2025, the state's total sports betting revenue reached $155.9 million, a year-on-year increase of 10.7%. The total betting amount was $1.41 billion, an increase of 11.1% from the previous month, with an average hold rate of 11.08%. Th