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Law, tax and regulation changes, each one sourced, and what they mean for you.
Online casinos · 27 Oct 2026
Alberta's iGaming grace period has ended: spot a registered site
Since 13 October 2026 every online gambling site taking bets in Alberta must be authorised. How to tell a registered site and what to do if yours left.
Sweepstakes casinos · 26 Oct 2026
LuckyLand Slots has shut down: VGW's $8m New York settlement
VGW closed LuckyLand Slots in September 2026 and paid New York $8 million. What the closure and settlement mean for Sweeps Coins balances.
Sweepstakes casinos · 25 Oct 2026
Pennsylvania bill HB 2801 would ban sweepstakes casinos
HB 2801 would make running or promoting online sweepstakes casinos in Pennsylvania unlawful, with fines up to $500,000. It is still in committee.
Sports betting · 24 Oct 2026
NBA tells sportsbooks to drop same-player under parlays
A league memo reported on 16 October 2026 bans same-player under parlays, opening-tip bets and low-minute unders. Prediction markets sit outside it.
Industry and regulation · 23 Oct 2026
UKGC: L & L Europe pays £900,000 over withdrawal delays
The Gambling Commission found a one-withdrawal-at-a-time term unfair and late information requests delayed payouts. What the case means for you.
Industry and regulation · 21 Oct 2026
UK online casino tax rises to 40%, with online betting next
Remote Gaming Duty went from 21% to 40% on 1 April 2026. A new 25% rate for online sports bets follows on 1 April 2027.
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