Day: ខែ​មេសា 1, 2026

(AsiaGameHub) –   Gibraltar is exploring a new path to secure growth as it navigates headwinds brought on by the UK’s decision to raise gambling taxes.

Nigel Feetham, the British Overseas Territory’s Minister for Justice, Trade and Industry, told parliament that the government had granted a license to a prediction markets firm, describing the sector as a “substantial area of potential growth” for Gibraltar.

Gibraltar’s government lobbied intensely against the UK’s choice to increase online gambling tax, arguing the move would directly hit tax revenues and negatively impact the island’s economy.

Nevertheless, UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced that remote gaming duty will nearly double to 40%, taking effect from today (1 April). A new 25% general betting duty rate for remote betting will also be rolled out starting April 2027.

Feetham stated: “Following the implementation of the recent UK gambling duty hikes, I have taken on more direct responsibilit…

(AsiaGameHub) –   Nepal’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology has initiated steps to enforce the nation’s ban on online gambling by blocking access to associated applications and websites.

According to reports from The Himalayan Times, these government directives were put into effect over the weekend, with officials implementing previously announced measures.

The decision regarding online gambling platforms was finalized during a meeting chaired by Minister for Communications and Information Technology Bikram Timilsina, alongside ministry officials and division heads.

Collaborative efforts between the Nepal Telecommunications Authority and the country’s internet service providers were instrumental in disabling access to the targeted apps and websites.

Crucially, the government is now blocking IP addresses within Nepal to expedite action against any remaining operators, aiming to prevent the growth of a black market under stricter domestic regulations.

Prior to this ban, Nepal…

(AsiaGameHub) –   The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has informed gambling licensees and other interested parties about two approaching deadlines concerning its assessment of regulations.

The initial deadline is for the conclusion of the Commission’s consultation regarding revisions to the Destination of Regulatory Settlements, set for April 2nd.

This consultation is part of the regulator’s adaptations subsequent to the implementation of the statutory levy, which is scheduled for April 2025 as a key provision of the Gambling Review’s White Paper, High Stakes: Gambling Reform for the Digital Age.

A re-evaluation of existing procedures was deemed essential because financial penalties levied by the UKGC are deposited into the UK’s Consolidated Fund. Nevertheless, regulatory settlements and payments made instead of formal penalties have traditionally taken a different route, frequently supporting research, prevention, and treatment (RPT) programs independent of central government bodies.

This approach ha…

(AsiaGameHub) –   Potential operators have been alerted following Alberta’s confirmation that its regulated online gambling sector is set to commence operations on July 13.

Becoming Canada’s second regulated jurisdiction alongside Ontario, the province has seen several major industry players confirm plans to enter a market projected to generate more than $700m annually.

PointsBet and Caesars Entertainment have already initiated pre-registration processes for residents of Alberta prior to the official launch.

Simultaneously, operators including BetMGM, DraftKings, FanDuel, and Betway have announced their entry into the market to expand their existing footprint in Canada.

For Betway and its parent firm, Super Group, the primary task involves shifting players from their unregulated offerings to the new regulated platform.

Before this regulatory framework, Play Alberta was the sole entity legally permitted to provide iGaming products. Nevertheless, it is believed that 70% of Alberta’s gamblers participa…

(AsiaGameHub) –   HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) will no longer impose a 10% tax on gross profits earned by land-based bingo venues across the UK.

This policy change was rolled out as part of the Budget announced by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves back in November 2025, and the new rules officially take effect as of today (1 April 2026).

HMRC has clarified that bingo operators will no longer be required to file tax returns for profits generated from land-based bingo play, and the department will update its official guidance in due course to reflect these new adjustments.

A statement from the agency reads: “Bingo Duty operators currently registered with HMRC will retain the ability to submit any outstanding returns online until April 2030, and notify HMRC of any over-declarations or under-declarations from previous accounting periods.”

The elimination of Bingo Duty will soften the financial blow for land-based bingo hall operators, coming into force the same day that HMRC enforc…