Early February dip precedes Chinese New Year, but Macau’s two-month casino growth outlook remains solid.

Lawmakers debate a full ban on online gambling ads on Philippine TV and radio.

In 2025, Argentina logged more compulsive gambling calls, fueled by online betting growth.

In 2025, Colombia’s land-based games contributed COP 649.465 billion to public health funding.

German bobsled champion Lisa Buckwitz turns to OnlyFans to finance her €50,000 season ahead of the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics, sparking debate on athlete funding.

Greece unveils a “zero-tolerance” gambling reform for 2026. Finance Minister Pierrakakis targets a €1.6bn shadow economy with prison terms for operators and criminal liability for players.

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Bitcoin has lost over $1.2 trillion in value since October. As the crypto crash accelerates, investors are fleeing to gold amid Fed uncertainty and regulatory stalls.

Virginia Senate committee advances SB118 to legalize iGaming with new, strict responsible gaming rules. Meanwhile, House passes ban on credit card sports betting.

Sweden prepares strictly residence-based gambling laws for Jan 1, 2027, to combat the black market. Licensed operators (BOS) warn that high taxes and product restrictions are actively driving players away. URL

Ukraine formally reopens its lottery market with a new licensing tender closing December 29. High entry barriers, including 5,000 physical terminals, raise concerns of a continued oligopoly.