Tax pressure rises, lawmakers tighten the screws, and regulators sharpen enforcement globally.

This week’s developments highlight how fiscal reform, legislative shifts, and compliance crackdowns are reshaping gambling markets worldwide.

Let’s dive into this week’s Regulation Roundup!

Tax Issues

• US introduces Full House Act to revise federal tax rules for gamblers
  
  The legislation seeks to restore full deductibility of gambling losses, addressing concerns over the 90% cap and influencing tax strategies in North America's betting sector.

• Sri Lanka enforces higher casino entry levy and gaming tax rates from January 2026
  
  The government has implemented increased levies and taxes on casinos to strengthen fiscal oversight, impacting operators in Asia's regulated markets while aiming to curb illegal activities.

• States rake in billions from slot machines on mobile devices worldwide
  
  Online casinos prove a stronger tax revenue source than sports betting, prompting global jurisdictions to refine fiscal policies for digital gambling platforms.

• Brazil endorses phased gambling tax increase to 15% by 2028
  
  The measure balances revenue growth with market sustainability, setting a precedent for tax reforms in Latin America's expanding iGaming landscape.

Legislative Hikes

• New York lawmakers propose ban on prediction market sports betting
  
  The 2026 session opens with measures to restrict emerging wagering types, sparking debates on global legislative adaptations.

• Iowa's 2026 legislative session focuses on gambling expansions
  
  Senate Republicans adjust strategies post-supermajority loss, influencing bills on wagering and regulatory frameworks in North America.

• Bangladesh pushes for comprehensive online gaming and betting regulations
  
  Authorities advocate for new laws on licensing and penalties to regulate the rising digital gambling scene in South Asia.

Enforcement and Compliance

• FTC warns against illegal practices in consumer protection efforts
  
  Regulators emphasize crackdowns on deceptive gambling operations, supporting international compliance and enforcement trends.

• Global regulators impose licence revocations and AML fines in 2025 recap
  
  Enforcement actions in the UK, US, and Netherlands highlight a worldwide push for higher compliance standards entering 2026.

• Money laundering initiatives intensify with global and domestic updates
  
  Authorities focus on preventing illicit finance in gambling, aligning enforcement across continents for enhanced compliance.

Emerging Markets

• Prediction markets gain traction amid New York legislative scrutiny
  
  Lawmakers address regulatory gaps for these platforms, influencing growth in global emerging wagering sectors.

• Online gambling market forecasts $186.58B valuation by 2029
  
  A 12.3% CAGR from 2025 underscores opportunities in developing economies across Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

• iGB delivers global iGaming news and analysis for 2026 trends
  
  In-depth coverage of market expansions and regulatory shifts supports insights into emerging international territories.

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