Gambling Payments News.
Payment processing sits at the centre of every gambling business. From new processor partnerships to regulatory pressure on banking channels, we cover the payment developments that affect how operators move money and players fund accounts.
FATF Places Singapore in Regular Follow-Up as Fraud Risk Tops AML Concerns
The joint FATF-APG report, based on a July 2025 on-site assessment, places Singapore in regular follow-up while it identifies scams and cyber fraud as the country's primary money laundering threats.
Waterhouse VC Takes 3-Year Option in Spinlab Studio
Waterhouse VC has secured an option to acquire an interest in Spinlab Studio, which says around 30 operators have onboarded since its January 2026 launch.
Caesars Drops Credit Cards as US Payment Rules Tighten
Caesars has removed credit card deposits across its U.S. online gambling brands, following similar moves by DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM and bet365.
UKGC Defends Financial Checks at Ethical Gambling Forum
Gambling Commission Executive Director Tim Miller said evidence-based reform remains necessary despite mounting criticism over financial checks and concerns about illegal gambling growth.
New York Targets Coinbase, Gemini Over Prediction Markets
The state alleges unlicensed betting activity tied to event contracts and seeks penalties linked to profits.
US Prediction Markets Push Lobbying as CFTC Rules Loom
Operators are stepping up lobbying in Washington as US regulators move closer to defining how prediction markets will be treated under federal law.
LBPay Strengthens Efforts Against Illegal Betting by Joining IBIA Forum
LBPay, a licensed payment institution, confirmed on 9 April 2026 that it has joined the IBIA Payment Providers Forum in Brazil.
Macau Police Bust $6.7M Laundering Ring Using Casino Exchange
Macau’s Judiciary Police have dismantled a cross-border money laundering operation that channelled approximately CNY45.6 million ($6.7 million) through illegal currency exchanges linked to casino activity. The case involves 65 suspects across Macau and mainland China, with the network active since early 2025. Investigators say the scheme relied on gamblers to...
Brazil Betting Ban Bill Puts 13$Bn Market and Tax Revenue at Risk
Brazil’s National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL) has warned that a proposed betting ban could shift activity to illegal operators and disrupt the regulated market.
Brazil Unifies Betting Tax Code Under DARF 9197 from April 1
Ordinance SPA/MF No. 784 sets one DARF code for all social security contributions from fixed-odds betting operators. Multiple codes under the same law are now replaced by code 9197.
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 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.
Vyking Enables Crypto Casino Without Migration or Extra Cost
Vyking launched a crypto casino across its Core, Edge, and Flex tiers on 27 February 2026. Operators can enable cryptocurrency play without migration or changes to their setup.
UK Gambling Commission Opens Door to Crypto Payments
Tim Miller asked the Industry Forum to explore how cryptoassets could fund legal gambling, citing growing consumer demand and illegal market concerns.