Mexico’s iGaming Explosion: Betting Booms and Skin Licensing Sets the Pace

Mexico’s online betting market is experiencing a meteoric rise. Fueled by a unique licensing model that allows land-based casino operators to launch unlimited branded “skins” online, the market is not just expanding—it’s redefining growth for the broader region. A Market That’s Outpacing Expectations Mexico’s real-money gaming ecosystem is now estimated at USD 10 billion annually, […]
Brazil Betting Boom: 17.7 Million Users Fuel Record Growth as Crackdown on 15,000+ Illegal Sites Intensifies

Brazil’s regulated betting market has entered a new phase of maturity, combining rapid user growth with an aggressive crackdown on unlicensed operators. According to newly released data from the Ministry of Finance’s Secretariat for Prizes and Betting (SPA), 17.7 million Brazilians engaged in fixed-odds betting during the first half of 2025, generating BRL 17.4 billion […]
LA Sues Stake.us and Suppliers in Major Crackdown on Sweepstakes Casinos

The city of Los Angeles has filed a civil enforcement lawsuit against Stake.us, its parent companies, and several leading iGaming suppliers, marking one of the most aggressive legal challenges yet to the controversial sweepstakes casino model. Filed in California Superior Court, the case alleges that Stake.us has been operating an illegal gambling business under the […]
Colossus Fantasy Launches $1M+ Contests With Cash Out, Squad Play, and Next Gen Pick’em Formats

Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) has steadily evolved from its early salary-cap days to today’s fast-moving Pick’em formats. Yet, despite its rapid growth, the core structure of most DFS platforms has remained largely unchanged—until now. Enter Colossus Fantasy, a platform positioning itself as the next generation of DFS by combining massive contests with groundbreaking social and […]
Gaming Law Through a Global Lens: Reflections on 34 Years in the Industry

As I sit in Montreal reflecting on my career and the future of gaming law, I’m struck by how much this industry has transformed since I first began practicing more than three decades ago. The law has always been the foundation of gaming—it defines the rules of engagement, ensures integrity, and provides the structure for […]
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Third California Tribe Opposes California Sweepstakes Ban AB 831

California tribes opposing sweepstakes ban have raised serious concerns about a proposed bill, AB 831, which could reshape the economic landscape for smaller tribal communities in the state. This legislation, aimed at prohibiting California sweepstakes gaming operators, has prompted a growing number of tribes to voice their opposition, highlighting the potential impact on their ability […]
Colombia’s Gambling Sector boosts Healthcare Funding with nearly $220 Million in 2025

Colombia’s gambling sector boosts healthcare funding significantly, contributing nearly $220 million to the nation’s subsidized healthcare system in the first half of 2025. This financial support highlights the gambling industry’s growing role in supporting critical public services while showcasing its economic resilience. As the sector continues to evolve, its contributions are proving vital to improving […]
Navigating Peru iGaming Tax Refund Challenges

In the growing landscape of Peru iGaming tax refund challenges, online operators are experiencing a pivotal moment that could reshape their financial obligations and interactions with regulatory bodies. As Peru continues to refine its approach to taxing the burgeoning online gambling sector, uncertainties in the current framework have raised discussions about potential legal disputes and […]