Chile Orders Major ISPs to Block 42 Unauthorised Betting Sites
Chile's telecoms regulator has told six major internet providers to block 42 unauthorised betting websites, enforcing a Supreme Court ban on online gambling.
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Pferdewetten.de appoints Frank Hartmann as CFO and co-CEO from January 2027
Frank Hartmann will oversee financial control, compliance, legal affairs and investor relations and share leadership with Christian Gruber.
Expanse Studios Goes Live in Sweden, Activating Supplier Licence
Meridian Holdings' Expanse Studios has gone live with its first Swedish operator, turning a 2025 Spelinspektionen licence into active B2B revenue.
Brazil fixed-odds betting ban cuts Gaucho Championship revenue by 60%
Rio Grande do Sul Football Federation says betting sponsor exits will cut 2027 championship revenue by around 60%, reducing club payments and services.
Dutch KSA threatens legal action against Big Tech over gambling ads
KSA chair Michel Groothuizen says the regulator may use force against platforms profiting from illegal gambling ads, while VNLOK has taken Meta to court.
Thailand Casino Bill Still Stalled, No New Draft Since May 2026 Deal
Casinos remain illegal under Thailand's Gambling Act of 1935 as the Entertainment Complex Bill awaits a new draft after 2025 withdrawal and Senate rejection.
Prediction Markets Drive Sportsbook Marketing Spend Forecast to $7 Billion
Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin says US sportsbook marketing could hit $7 billion in 2027 as prediction markets grow from 5% to 15% of regulated handle.