Europe

Europe iGaming news and regulation.

Better Collective Cuts 2026 Guidance and Suspends Buyback After Brazil Ban

Better Collective cut its 2026 financial guidance and suspended its share buyback after Brazil's new betting restrictions changed the company's outlook for the market.

September 28, 2026

Ruth Evans Named UK Gambling Commission Chair, Five-Year Term Begins September 30

Ruth Evans has been appointed Chair of the UK Gambling Commission for a five-year term starting September 30, 2026, succeeding Charles Counsell OBE. DCMS made the appointment under

September 27, 2026

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Malta's New Gaming Tax and VAT Rules Take Effect October 1

Malta's gaming tax and VAT rules for the gambling sector change on October 1, 2026, replacing a flat 5% gaming tax with rates differentiated by game type and narrowing the VAT exem

September 27, 2026

SBC Summit 2026 Preview: Michael Jordan and Fabrizio Romano Headline Lisbon's iGaming Gathering

SBC Summit returns to Lisbon September 29–October 1, 2026, with a six-stage agenda and a Super Stage lineup headlined by Michael Jordan, Fabrizio Romano, DraftKings' Jason Robins a

September 26, 2026

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Germany's GGL Calls for Greater Flexibility to Tackle Illegal Online Gambling

Germany's GGL marked five years of operation on 22 September 2026 by calling for more flexibility to adjust its enforcement approach against illegal online gambling, arguing the tr

September 24, 2026

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OpenBet Names Nikos Konstakis as CEO as Jordan Levin Moves to Chairman

OpenBet has named Nikos Konstakis as incoming CEO, effective at the end of 2026, with current CEO Jordan Levin moving to Chairman and remaining involved in the company's long-term

September 24, 2026

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Ken Howell's Sports Betting Licence Suspended Over AML Failings

The UK Gambling Commission has suspended Targetlocal's remote licence over AML failings, while customers retain account access and withdrawal rights.

September 23, 2026