Europe Gambling News.
Europe remains the most regulated gambling market in the world. New legislation, enforcement actions and operator consolidation covered across every major European jurisdiction.
Greentube Acquires Kingsbet to Enter Czech B2C Market
NOVOMATIC’s digital arm takes full control of local operator, marking a shift from content supply to direct B2C market ownership in a regulated European market.
MGA Pushes Operators to Review EU AML Consultations
The Malta Gaming Authority has urged authorised persons to respond to two new AMLA consultations under Regulation (EU) 2024/1624.
Italy Keeps Horse Racing Reform Tied to 2026 Budget
The Italian government confirmed the long-delayed horse racing reform bill remains attached to the 2026 budget package, keeping pressure on funding, governance, and race management changes across the sector.
Swedish Regulator Warns Norrköping Bingo Over Player Information Failures
The Swedish Gambling Authority said Norrköping Bingoallians failed to provide legally required player information on self-exclusion, age limits, and support services across parts of its bingo operation.
GRAI-Alderney MoU Puts Irish Licensing Into Wider Focus
Ireland’s new gambling regulator has signed a cooperation agreement with Alderney as it prepares to issue licences this summer.
MGA Pushes Stronger Authorisation Checks Under RN Reforms
The MGA wants stricter checks for Recognition Notice operators and plans to increase ongoing monitoring under Malta’s updated AML rules.
European Parliament Keeps Online Gambling Levy in Budget Debate
EU lawmakers included online gambling among possible future funding sources in the 2027 budget guidelines, though no formal levy proposal has been introduced.
Malta Gaming Authority Receives 70 Suspicious Betting Alerts in Q1 2026
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) flagged 70 suspicious betting cases in the first quarter of 2026, with football leading the list.
ANJ Adds Bet365 Licence as France Expands Betting List
France’s gambling regulator has approved a set of lottery updates, new betting events and a fresh operator licence, continuing its controlled expansion of the regulated offer.
Netherlands Prepares Slot AML Exemptions Ahead of 2027 EU Rules
Dutch research flags land-based slot machines as low money laundering risk, opening the door to exemptions under the EU’s AML framework from 2027.
Banijay Finalises Tipico Deal to Grow Its European Betting Business
The completed deal combines Betclic and Tipico under Banijay Gaming, creating a larger operator built to compete across regulated European betting markets.
KSA Updates Municipal Slot Machine Guide, Clarifies Enforcement Responsibilities
The updated guide gives Dutch municipalities clearer direction on licensing, supervision, and tackling illegal gambling involving slot machines.
AMLA Opens Risk Method Talks as EU AML Rules Move to Execution
The authority is gathering industry input on a common risk assessment model ahead of technical standards expected later in 2026.
Bally’s Pursues £225m Evoke Deal While Funding US Projects
The takeover targets UK assets including William Hill as Bally’s uses real estate deals to fund ongoing US developments.
Bally’s Targets £225m Evoke Deal as Debt Pressures Mount
Evoke confirmed takeover talks with Bally’s Intralot at 50p per share, with a formal offer deadline set for 18 May under UK rules.