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MEF Submits 2025 Public Gaming Report to Parliament for Review
The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) submitted its report on the public gaming sector for 2025 to the Italian Parliament on April 14, 2026.
Dutch Gambling Market Stagnates as Illegal Sector Grows – Ksa Report
On 16 April 2026, the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) published its latest report, showing that the legal online gambling market in the Netherlands has stayed the same.
Lottery Drives 53,1% of Veikkaus Revenue Ahead of 2027 Shift
Lottery generated €467.8m in GGR, maintaining its lead, as Veikkaus Oy posted €447.2m in profit for 2025 ahead of Finland’s July 2027 market opening.
Malta VAT Changes Narrow Gaming Exemptions Ahead of October Rollout
Updated guidance limits VAT exemption to core gambling transactions, with broader B2B services more likely to fall within scope from October 2026.
Allwyn Completes €16bn OPAP Merger, Becomes No.2 Globally
The company said the transaction results in the second-largest listed lottery and gaming operator worldwide and leaves room for a future listing in London or New York.
OPAP Posts Record €2.4B GGR as iGaming Surges 17% Ahead of Allwyn Merger
All five segments grew but rising costs compressed margins in what will be OPAP's final year as a standalone company before the Allwyn combination closes in Q2 2026.
PlayCity Collects ₴72m from First Lottery Licences in 12 Years
PlayCity confirmed on 9 March that Ukraine has collected over ₴72m from its first lottery licences in 12 years, with MSL, Patriot, and Ukrainian National Lottery each paying ₴24.2m after a January tender and subsequent approval process.
Allwyn Abandons €327m Novibet Deal Amid HCC Antitrust Pressure
The operator will pivot capital toward other European jurisdictions after joint proposals failed to satisfy Greek competition regulators.
Greece Pushes Operators to Act Early on EU AML Rules Ahead of 2027
The regulator is urging early preparation as AMLA consultations stay open until 8 May, leaving a short window to shape how the rules are applied.
Italian Expert Links Crypto Flows to Betting in Mafia Laundering
Vincenzo Musacchio says organised crime groups are using crypto tools and online betting together, with gambling platforms acting as a key stage in converting funds.
Italy Delays €388K Twitch Fine as EU Court Reviews Ad Ban
The court delayed the appeal to the second half of 2026 pending a CJEU ruling on EU rules tied to Italy’s gambling advertising ban.
Italy Gaming Tax Revenue Drops €186m in Early 2026 as Retail Activity Slows
MEF data shows a 12.4% decline in gambling tax income, with indirect taxes from games falling over 17% in the first two months of the year.
Italy Tightens PVR Rules as May 13 Deadline Hits Payments
New limits on voucher payments take effect on May 13, including a €100 weekly cash cap, aligning retail channels with licensing reform and tighter AML control.
Italy’s Bingo Fee Model Collapses After EU Ruling Backs Operators
TAR Lazio has annulled ADM’s increased bingo concession fees after applying a CJEU ruling that rejects flat charges and automatic extensions under EU law.
KSA Grants De Opkikker 2-Month Lottery Licence With 20K Cap
The Kansspelautoriteit granted an incidental lottery licence to Stichting De Opkikker on 2 April 2026, allowing a two-month draw running until 2 June.