🇨🇼 Curaçao Tightens Rules for Operators Working with Cryptocurrency
In 2026, the Curaçao Gaming Authority is consistently strengthening requirements for licensed operators, with cryptocurrency operations becoming one of the key focus areas. In the updated requirements for Terms and Conditions and compliance, the regulator has introduced stricter rules on crypto payment transparency, handling of customer funds, account closures, and refunds. Read more
🇬🇧 The UK Will Increase Gambling Licence Fees by 25% from October 1, 2026
The UK government has officially confirmed a 25% increase in gambling licence fees starting October 1, 2026. Authorities explain the decision by the need to ensure sustainable funding for the Gambling Commission, including stronger supervision, efforts to combat the illegal market, and the implementation of new responsibilities following the White Paper reforms. Read more
🇪🇸 Spain Introduces Unified Deposit Limits Across All Legal Gambling Operators
Spain has approved a system that now tracks a player’s deposits across all licensed operators, rather than separately for each brand. The new regime is established under Royal Decree 520/2026 and introduces unified limits: € 700 per day, € 1,750 per week, and € 3,300 over four weeks. Previously, players could bypass restrictions by spreading deposits across multiple websites; this option is now being closed. Read more
🇮🇹 Italian Regulator ADM Clarifies That Bonuses Are Allowed, While Promotional Campaigns to Encourage Gambling Are Not
ADM has sent licensed iGaming operators a clarification distinguishing between "bonus" and "promozione" following complaints from consumer associations. The regulator’s position is that bonuses are directly provided for within the gambling regulation framework and may be used legally, provided that the operator properly discloses their characteristics, terms, and rules of application on the website. At the same time, unregulated promotional campaigns specifically aimed at encouraging participation in gambling remain prohibited as a commercial practice. Read more
In 2026, the Curaçao Gaming Authority is consistently strengthening requirements for licensed operators, with cryptocurrency operations becoming one of the key focus areas. In the updated requirements for Terms and Conditions and compliance, the regulator has introduced stricter rules on crypto payment transparency, handling of customer funds, account closures, and refunds. Read more
🇬🇧 The UK Will Increase Gambling Licence Fees by 25% from October 1, 2026
The UK government has officially confirmed a 25% increase in gambling licence fees starting October 1, 2026. Authorities explain the decision by the need to ensure sustainable funding for the Gambling Commission, including stronger supervision, efforts to combat the illegal market, and the implementation of new responsibilities following the White Paper reforms. Read more
🇪🇸 Spain Introduces Unified Deposit Limits Across All Legal Gambling Operators
Spain has approved a system that now tracks a player’s deposits across all licensed operators, rather than separately for each brand. The new regime is established under Royal Decree 520/2026 and introduces unified limits: € 700 per day, € 1,750 per week, and € 3,300 over four weeks. Previously, players could bypass restrictions by spreading deposits across multiple websites; this option is now being closed. Read more
🇮🇹 Italian Regulator ADM Clarifies That Bonuses Are Allowed, While Promotional Campaigns to Encourage Gambling Are Not
ADM has sent licensed iGaming operators a clarification distinguishing between "bonus" and "promozione" following complaints from consumer associations. The regulator’s position is that bonuses are directly provided for within the gambling regulation framework and may be used legally, provided that the operator properly discloses their characteristics, terms, and rules of application on the website. At the same time, unregulated promotional campaigns specifically aimed at encouraging participation in gambling remain prohibited as a commercial practice. Read more