Operator License Granted Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) · Ireland · 2026-07-01

Commencement of Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland Remote Betting Licences

The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland commenced remote betting and betting intermediary licences on 1 July 2026, requiring licensed operators to meet obligations under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024 (including age verification, payout obligations, bans on facilitating credit and on accepting credit cards, account closure on request, and ongoing compliance monitoring). GRAI stated licences will be rolled out in phases with in-person betting licences to commence later in the year and applications for further licence types to open in 2027 and 2028.

Operator Other Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) · United States · 2026-06-30

Michigan Gaming Control Board reacts to temporary restraining order against KalshiEX, unlicensed sports betting operation targeting Michigan families

→ Kalshi

The Ingham County Circuit Court granted a 14-day temporary restraining order (TRO) against KalshiEX, LLC, barring the prediction-market platform from offering, advertising, or facilitating internet sports betting to persons located in Michigan, and directing implementation of state-compliant geolocation technology. The order, secured by the Michigan Attorney General for the Michigan Gaming Control Board, imposes a fine of USD 120,000 per day for noncompliance.

Operator Other Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) · United States · 2026-06-30

Michigan Gaming Control Board reacts to temporary restraining order against KalshiEX, unlicensed sports betting operation targeting Michigan families

→ KalshiEX, LLC

The Ingham County Circuit Court granted a 14-day temporary restraining order (TRO) against KalshiEX, LLC, barring the prediction-market platform from offering, advertising, or facilitating internet sports betting to persons located in Michigan, and directing implementation of state-compliant geolocation technology. The order, secured by the Michigan Attorney General for the Michigan Gaming Control Board, imposes a fine of USD 120,000 per day for noncompliance.

Operator Other Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) · United States · 2026-06-30

Michigan Gaming Control Board reacts to temporary restraining order against KalshiEX, unlicensed sports betting operation targeting Michigan families

→ KalshiEX

The Ingham County Circuit Court granted a 14-day temporary restraining order (TRO) against KalshiEX, LLC, barring the prediction-market platform from offering, advertising, or facilitating internet sports betting to persons located in Michigan, and directing implementation of state-compliant geolocation technology. The order, secured by the Michigan Attorney General for the Michigan Gaming Control Board, imposes a fine of USD 120,000 per day for noncompliance.

Operator Player Protection UK Gambling Commission · United Kingdom · 2026-06-30

Petfre (Gibraltar) Limited to pay £900,000 for regulatory failures

→ betfred.com

The UK Gambling Commission announced a regulatory settlement requiring Petfre (Gibraltar) Limited, operator of betfred.com, to pay £900,000 after an investigation found social responsibility failures in its policies and procedures related to identifying and acting on indicators of harm. Failures included insufficient automated monitoring of spend and time, lack of immediate automated action when strong indicators were identified, and a review process that prevented further reviews for seven days, resulting in at least one consumer losing £17,900 within 24 hours.

Operator Player Protection UK Gambling Commission · United Kingdom · 2026-06-30

Petfre (Gibraltar) Limited to pay £900,000 for regulatory failures

→ Petfre (Gibraltar) Limited

The UK Gambling Commission announced a regulatory settlement requiring Petfre (Gibraltar) Limited, operator of betfred.com, to pay £900,000 after an investigation found social responsibility failures in its policies and procedures related to identifying and acting on indicators of harm. Failures included insufficient automated monitoring of spend and time, lack of immediate automated action when strong indicators were identified, and a review process that prevented further reviews for seven days, resulting in at least one consumer losing £17,900 within 24 hours.

Operator Other MINCETUR (Peru) · Peru · 2026-06-17

Golpe al juego ilegal: Mincetur clausura locales clandestinos de apuestas deportivas y máquinas tragamonedas en Huaura

Mincetur, through its Dirección General de Juegos de Casino y Máquinas Tragamonedas and with police support, closed four clandestine venues in Huaura province: two in Sayán where 26 computer units for unauthorized online sports betting and 11 slot machines were seized, and three establishments in Huaura district where 18 slot machines directed at minors were confiscated. The actions cite Laws No. 27153, 31557 and 29149 and form part of a national control strategy; Mincetur reports 12 illegal sports-betting venues and five clandestine slot rooms closed so far this year.

Operator Aml Spillemyndigheden (Danish Gambling Authority) · Denmark · 2026-06-11

Gambling operators’ obligation to assess the risk of new technology before launch

The Danish Gambling Authority reminds gambling operators that under Section 7(1) of the Anti‑Money Laundering Act they must identify and assess money‑laundering risks based on their business model. Any new technology, including new games or payment solutions, must be risk‑assessed before launch and risk assessments must be updated when the business model changes.

Operator Other Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) · United States · 2026-06-10

Michigan Gaming Control Board Raids Adrian Business, 52 Illegal Gambling Machines Seized

→ Games 4 U

State investigators executed a search warrant at Games 4 U, 2984 Treat Hwy., Unit C, Adrian, on June 4, 2026, following a joint investigation by the Michigan Department of Attorney General and the Michigan Gaming Control Board. Authorities seized 42 slot-style machines, 10 computer-based gambling machines, $8,715 in cash, and 20 gift cards related to illegal gaming activity; the MGCB reminded that individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty and noted potential legal consequences for illegal gaming.

Operator Other Poliisihallitus — Arpajaishallinto · Finland · 2026-06-04

Extensive Financial Crime Investigation Involving Uros Oy Draws to a Close

→ Uros Oy

The National Bureau of Investigation has completed a criminal investigation involving Uros Oy, with suspected criminal damage amounting to nearly 38 million euros. The case includes multiple aggravated financial offences and has led to the referral of charges against ten individuals, including two principal suspects.

Operator Warning National Gambling Board (NGB) · South Africa · 2026-06-02

NATIONAL GAMBLING BOARD WARNS THE PUBLIC ABOUT ILLEGAL GAMBLING SCAM PLATFORMS AND FAKE BETTING APPS DURING THE 2026 SOCCER WORLD CUP TOURNAMENT.

The National Gambling Board has issued a warning to the public regarding illegal gambling scam platforms and fake betting apps that may emerge during the 2026 Soccer World Cup tournament.

Operator Suspension MINCETUR (Peru) · Peru · 2026-05-30

Mincetur clausura seis locales ilegales de apuestas deportivas y máquinas tragamonedas en Loreto y Cusco

Mincetur has closed six illegal gambling establishments in Loreto and Cusco, including sports betting and slot machine venues. The operations were conducted with police support as part of ongoing efforts to combat illegal gambling in Peru.

Operator License Granted Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) · United States · 2026-05-29

CFTC Approves BTCPERP Contract Submitted by KalshiEX, LLC

→ KalshiEX, LLC

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued an Order for Approval to KalshiEX, LLC for the listing of the BTCPERP Contract, a perpetual contract referencing the spot price of bitcoin, as a futures contract. The approval was based on the contract's compliance with the Commodity Exchange Act and the Commission's regulations.

Operator Other Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) · United States · 2026-05-27

CFTC Joins Gemini Trust Company LLC in Motion for Relief from Judgment

→ Gemini Trust Company LLC

The CFTC has joined Gemini Trust Company LLC in a motion for relief from judgment in a case originally filed in June 2022. The CFTC concluded that the complaint against Gemini should not have been filed based on a review of the investigation and evidence.

Operator License Granted Coljuegos · Colombia · 2026-05-26

MrYoker, el nuevo operador en línea autorizado por Coljuegos

→ www.mryoker.co(license C2261 de 2026)

Coljuegos has authorized MrYoker as a new online operator, allowing it to operate the website www.mryoker.co for sports betting and online games. The operator is projected to generate approximately $2.83 trillion in revenue over the next five years.

Operator Fine Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) · United States · 2026-05-20

PA Gaming Control Board Levies Fines Totaling $180,000

→ YFS Sub, LLC

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approved four consent agreements resulting in fines totaling $180,000 against three operators for various regulatory violations. Additionally, the Board placed 8 individuals on its Involuntary Exclusion Lists.

Operator Fine Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) · United States · 2026-05-20

PA Gaming Control Board Levies Fines Totaling $180,000

→ Wind Creek Bethlehem, LLC

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approved four consent agreements resulting in fines totaling $180,000 against three operators for various regulatory violations. Additionally, the Board placed 8 individuals on its Involuntary Exclusion Lists.

Operator Fine Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) · United States · 2026-05-20

PA Gaming Control Board Levies Fines Totaling $180,000

→ Greenwood Gaming and Entertainment

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approved four consent agreements resulting in fines totaling $180,000 against three operators for various regulatory violations. Additionally, the Board placed 8 individuals on its Involuntary Exclusion Lists.

Operator Other Spillemyndigheden (Danish Gambling Authority) · Denmark · 2026-05-07

Licence holder for online casino and betting is under reconstruction

→ Jackpotbet A/S

Jackpotbet A/S has entered reconstruction proceedings as of April 22, 2026, to prevent bankruptcy. The company holds a license from the Danish Gambling Authority to offer online casino and betting services.

Operator Policy Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) · United States · 2026-05-04

CFTC Staff Issues Supplemental Letter Regarding No-Action Position on Reporting, Recordkeeping Requirements

→ Bitnomial Clearinghouse, LLC

The CFTC's Division of Market Oversight and Division of Clearing and Risk announced a no-action position regarding swap data reporting and recordkeeping regulations for Railbird Exchange, LLC and Bitnomial Clearinghouse, LLC. This position allows for certain failures to comply with swap-related recordkeeping requirements without enforcement action.

Operator Policy Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) · United States · 2026-05-04

CFTC Staff Issues Supplemental Letter Regarding No-Action Position on Reporting, Recordkeeping Requirements

→ Railbird Exchange, LLC

The CFTC's Division of Market Oversight and Division of Clearing and Risk announced a no-action position regarding swap data reporting and recordkeeping regulations for Railbird Exchange, LLC and Bitnomial Clearinghouse, LLC. This position allows for certain failures to comply with swap-related recordkeeping requirements without enforcement action.

Operator Other Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) · United States · 2026-05-01

CFTC Secures Judgment Against Michigan Commodity Pool Operator and His Company Engaged in Fraud Scheme

→ EIA All Weather Alpha Fund I LP

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan entered a consent order against Andrew Middlebrooks and his firm for operating a fraudulent commodity pool. The defendants solicited and retained investor funds through false statements and were permanently banned from trading and soliciting funds.

Operator Other Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) · United States · 2026-05-01

CFTC Secures Judgment Against Michigan Commodity Pool Operator and His Company Engaged in Fraud Scheme

→ EIA All Weather Alpha Fund I Partners LLC

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan entered a consent order against Andrew Middlebrooks and his firm for operating a fraudulent commodity pool. The defendants solicited and retained investor funds through false statements and were permanently banned from trading and soliciting funds.

Operator Suspension Coljuegos · Colombia · 2026-04-30

Lotería del Quindío suspende de manera voluntaria el cronograma de sorteos ordinarios

→ Lotería del Quindío

Lotería del Quindío has voluntarily suspended its schedule of ordinary draws, including draw number 3012, as per Agreement 008 dated April 30, 2026. This decision is aimed at advancing internal administrative and financial processes to ensure compliance with current regulatory requirements.

Operator License Renewed Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) · United States · 2026-04-29

PA Gaming Control Board Renews License for Parx Casino

→ Parx Casino

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board unanimously voted to renew the Category 1 horse track casino license of Greenwood Gaming and Entertainment, operator of Parx Casino, for an additional five-year period. The decision was based on the operator fulfilling its obligations under the previously approved license and input from the public and local officials.

Operator Fine Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) · United States · 2026-04-29

PA Gaming Control Board Levies Two Fines Totaling $15,000

→ Valley Forge Convention Center Partners, LLC

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approved two consent agreements resulting in fines totaling $15,000 against Play’n GO New Jersey LLC for failing to obtain Board approval for a change of control, and Valley Forge Convention Center Partners, LLC for failing to protect assets related to employee theft. Additionally, five individuals were placed on the Involuntary Exclusion Lists.

Operator Fine Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) · United States · 2026-04-29

PA Gaming Control Board Levies Two Fines Totaling $15,000

→ Play’n GO New Jersey LLC

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approved two consent agreements resulting in fines totaling $15,000 against Play’n GO New Jersey LLC for failing to obtain Board approval for a change of control, and Valley Forge Convention Center Partners, LLC for failing to protect assets related to employee theft. Additionally, five individuals were placed on the Involuntary Exclusion Lists.

Operator License Granted Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) · United States · 2026-04-17

MGCB Approves Launch of bet365 in Michigan

→ bet365

The Michigan Gaming Control Board has approved the launch of Hillside Michigan LLC, doing business as bet365, as the new internet gaming and sports betting platform provider for the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. This approval allows bet365 to offer internet gaming and sports betting in Michigan.

Operator Fine Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) · United States · 2026-04-15

CFTC Secures Court Order Requiring Florida Resident to Pay Over $1.3 Million in Disgorgement and Imposes Trading Ban for Commodity Pool Fraud

→ Algo Capital LLC

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida entered a consent order against John Fortini for retail fraud and related violations, requiring him to pay $1,347,867.56 in disgorgement. The order also imposes permanent trading and registration bans on Fortini.

Operator Fine Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) · United States · 2026-04-13

CFTC Secures Court Order Against Florida Resident to Pay Over $1.3 Million in Restitution, Penalties for Commodity Pool Fraud

→ Aureus Revenue Group LLC

The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida entered a consent order against Emir Jesus Matos Camargo for futures fraud and related violations, ordering him to pay over $1.3 million in restitution and penalties. The court found that Matos made misrepresentations to pool participants and misappropriated their funds.