Category Archives: Betting

The tax plan for Brazil’s ‘Bets’ gambling market has been left in limbo, as ministers reject changes to apply a retroactive tax framework instead of an increase in standard income taxes. With less than 24 hours to review the proposal of retroactive tax framework endorsed by rapporteur Carlos Zarattini of the governing Workers Party (PT), …

Launching a new sportsbook must be an exciting venture for any sports-mad, mathematically inclined entrepreneur who spots a gap in a market. Being able to bring entertainment to like-minded individuals while making a healthy return does seem like an enticing proposition, but it is often much more difficult than plugging an odds feed into a …

Changing markets on opposite sides of the world continue to draw the attention of various gaming stakeholders, with Oddin.gg the latest to identify opportunities across two continents. The B2B firm, which specialises in providing esports odds and related products, has announced twin achievements in Europe and South America, Finland and Brazil specifically. In Finland, the …

The Republic of Slovakia has reorganised the leadership ranks of the Office for the Regulation of Gambling (ÚRHH) for the second time this year. The Ministry of Finance confirmed that Libuša Baranová has been appointed Director General of the gambling authority, following a decision by Finance Minister Ladislav Kamenický. The change sees Jana Mravíková, who …

Irish pool betting duty is set to be raised by the government as it irons out remaining elements of the country’s new gambling regulations, but the move may meet some pushback from horse racing. Paschal Donohoe, Ireland’s Minister for Finance, announced the measure to the Dáil Éireann yesterday (7 October) while reading the 2026 budget, although the …

Yolo Group has announced that two of its subsidiaries have achieved B2B certification in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). As per company statement, the newly-regulated UAE market offers an amalgamation of iGaming transparency and innovation, closely aligning with Yolo Group’s ambitions.  The gaming technology firm added that at its core, the UAE’s regulatory framework – …

The Pools has announced two major strategic appointments to accelerate its marketing overhaul for a new generation of customers. First-up is the appointment of former Betfred executive Gemma Strath-Billington, an expert in the planning and delivery of high-engagement campaigns, as its new Head of Group Marketing. Strath-Billington has led marketing teams for both Betfred and …

Brazil, Ontario and various US states have set a high standard for others to follow in protecting sports integrity according to the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA). The IBIA, an association of various operators and suppliers within the global betting industry with a focus on protecting sports integrity, has set out its strategic objectives for …