Gaming Archives | GamingTechLaw by Giulio Coraggio

Austria Online Gambling Licence: Draft Law Opens the Market to Private Operators

The Austrian government has finally put its cards on the table on the Austria online gambling licence regime that will replace the country's decades-old monopoly, publishing a draft amendment to the Glücksspielgesetz (the Austrian Gambling Act) for public consultation.

Prediction Markets in Europe: Nine Regulators Warn Over the World Cup Betting Surge

Prediction markets in Europe have moved to the very centre of the gambling law debate, after nine national regulators issued a rare joint statement warning against unlicensed platforms just as the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway.

Italy Gambling Top-Up Rules: Why Cash and Vouchers Now Hit a €100 Weekly Wall

Italy has quietly rewritten how players put money into their online betting accounts, and the new Italy gambling top-up rules now bite with considerable restrictions in case of purchase of gaming vouchers from shops (the so called PVRs).

Portugal Online Gambling Self-Exclusion: The SRIJ Centralised Portal and the Challenges Faced by Operators

On 8 April 2026, the Portuguese Gambling Regulation and Inspection Authority (Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos – SRIJ) launched a redesigned centralised portal for online gambling self-exclusion requests. This upgrade marks a significant step forward in Portugal’s responsible gambling infrastructure – and raises important questions about the compliance challenges operators still face.

Spanish Gambling Law Reform 2026: Public Consultation on Preliminary Draft Amending Law 13/2011

The Spanish Government has announced the opening of a public consultation on a Preliminary Draft amending Spanish Gambling Law 13/2011 (Ley 13/2011, de 27 de mayo, de Regulación del Juego) which is meant to introduce a major reform.

Gambling Regulation in Hungary: A New Era on the Horizon?

Gambling regulation in Hungary is set for a dramatic transformation following the opposition's landslide election victory in April 2026, with the new government expected to dismantle the restrictive monopoly system and introduce a competitive, EU-compliant licensing framework that could reshape both land-based and online gaming sectors.

Apr 2026

Australia Gambling Advertising Reforms: What Is Changing for Operators?

Australia gambling advertising reforms are set to reshape the regulatory landscape for operators, media companies, and sports organisations, introducing stricter limits on advertising and a broader compliance framework focused on consumer protection.

Apr 2026

Removal of the Italian Gambling Advertising Ban: Why Italy’s Football Authority Is Now Pushing for Change

The Italian gambling advertising ban is no longer just about restrictions—this time, the debate is about the removal of the Italian gambling advertising ban altogether.

Apr 2026

Italian Responsible Gambling Advertising Rules: Strict Obligations, But a Strategic Opportunity

Italian responsible gambling advertising is entering a new phase where strict regulatory obligations coexist with a real opportunity for operators to communicate their brand.

Mar 2026

Italy Gambling Licenses 2026: Higher Costs, New Retail Rules, and What Operators Must Expect

Italy is not just launching a tender for new gambling licenses in 2026, it is adopting a concrete shift in how the Italian retail gaming market will be structured.