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Last week, we asked for someone to step up and present a legal challenge to the U.K. Gambling Commission's affordability checks, and this week, it looks like someone just might. Plus, fallout from the U.K. gambling tax hike begins to appear. follow the discussion
We’re back in the U.K. this week, where the evidence continues to mount that the Gambling Commission is focused solely on advancing its own agenda. Making matters worse, it’s continuing to export its brand of Orwellian-style regulation to other parts of the world.
The Commission still doesn't care
15 May 2026
A week's worth of gambling news for affiliates, and none of it is from the U.K. And it's everything you would expect, with stories from the Netherlands, Brazil, Ireland, and even the U.S.
No UK gambling news
8 May 2026
The U.K. Gambling Commission has finally answered industry criticism over affordability checks, and the response is anything but soft. Plus, industry headlines from New Zealand and India.
The Commission strikes back
1 May 2026
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INDUSTRY NEWS

1xBet named Best Sports Betting Operator 2026 at SiGMA Europe Awards
29 May 2026
The brand further strengthened its leadership in the region, earning recognition from industry experts, partners, and clients.

The global reach of Anjouan iGaming licensing in 2026 and beyond
28 May 2026
With streamlined regulation, fast application processing times, broad gaming coverage and increasing international recognition, the Anjouan iGaming license is one to watch.

1xbet to attend Responsible Gaming Symposium 2026
28 May 2026
1xBet’s attendance forms part of a wider commitment to responsible gambling engagement, combining participation in policy discussions with continued support for independent research.

PSG in the Champions League final for the second season in a row
28 May 2026
On 30 May, the Puskás Aréna in Budapest will host the decisive battle for the title of Europe’s best team. The official partner of 1xBet will defend their Champions League crown in a match against the undefeated Arsenal.

Meet the 1xAffiliates team at SiGMA Asia 2026
27 May 2026
The brand’s team looks forward to meeting with current and potential partners at next week's event in Manila to present its partnership terms.

Ksa warns young people with World Cup campaign
27 May 2026
With the World Cup approaching, the Dutch Gaming Authority is launching the campaign "Don't get lost playing." The campaign warns young adults about the risks of sports betting.



LEGAL DOCUMENTS

U.S. Sports Betting Legislation: Colorado sports betting reform bill PDF
14 May 2026
If passed, this legislation would prohibit the acceptance of credit cards to place sports wagers along with other restrictions like banning certain push notifications.

Gambling legal documents: Wisconsin Executive Order 294 PDF
14 May 2026
Gov. Tony Evers signed an order prohibiting Wisconsin state government workers from disclosing or using insider information available to them in the course of their work for the state in order to personally profit or benefit.

U.S. Sports Betting Legislation: Wisconsin Assembly Bill 601 PDF
18 March 2026
The goal of this bill is to widen the sports betting across the Badger State and changes how "bet" is defined.

Online gambling legislation: Illinois Internet Gaming Act PDF
17 February 2026
This would allow licensed operators to offer iGaming to players in the The Prairie State while following the guidelines of the Act.

Poker legislation: Maryland Internet Poker Authorization and Regulation Act PDF
16 February 2026
If passed, this would allow the state's commission to issue licenses for applicants to participate in online skill-based gaming.


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