Australia will prohibit foreign-matched lotteries and online keno from January 1, 2027, after the country passed the Interactive Gambling Amendment (Gambling Reform) Act 2026.

The measures form part of broader changes to Australia’s gambling framework, which also cover online …

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Arizona has introduced free financial counseling for residents who voluntarily exclude themselves from gambling after the state recorded 651 people using its self-exclusion programs, the highest total reported so far.

The Arizona Department of Gaming’s Division of Problem Gambling has …

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The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has launched Bet on Respect, a program targeting harassment of athletes linked to sports wagering. The initiative allows regulators to investigate complaints and exclude individuals found responsible from sports betting and casino facilities.…

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India’s tax intelligence agency has identified INR700 billion ($7.4 billion) in transactions connected to illegal online gaming and betting during one financial year, prompting proposals for additional payment records that could help authorities trace the movement of funds.

The Directorate …

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