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Bangladesh moves to criminalise match-fixing as part of wider betting crackdown Sports bettingBangladesh is moving towards making match-fixing a specific criminal offence, with the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s Integrity Unit working with the government on a new law that would bring fixing under penal legislation as authorities tighten their stance on illegal betting and online gambling.December 22, 2025 -
Conor McGregor enters online gambling business as co-owner and ambassador of RealBet Sports bettingUFC star Conor McGregor has announced the launch of online casino brand RealBet, positioning himself as both co-owner and global ambassador — a move that widens his business portfolio but raises fresh questions about celebrity-backed gambling products and regulatory oversightDecember 9, 2025 -
Linebet Becomes Official Regional Betting Partner of Athletic Bilbao in Africa Sports bettingInternational sports betting operator Linebet has been named the Official Regional Betting Partner for Athletic Club Bilbao in Africa for the 2025/26 season, in a move aimed at expanding the club’s reach on the continentOctober 5, 2025 -
UN warns of growth of illegal betting market during 2026 World Cup Sports bettingOn August 26, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) warned of a likely increase in illegal betting during the 2026 World Cup, which will be held from June 11 to July 19 in Canada, the United States and MexicoAugust 29, 2025 -
Brazil senator proposes tougher controls on online betting industry Brazil Sports bettingSenator Izalci Lucas (PL-DF) submitted a series of proposals to the federal government aimed at reducing the negative consequences of online betting activities in Brazil. One of the suggestions includes introducing civil, administrative, or criminal liability for companies and influencers involved in fraudulent practices.July 4, 2025 -
Brazilian ministries sign agreement to advance digital betting management system Brazil Sports bettingOn July 2, 2025, Brazil's Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Management and Innovation signed a cooperation agreement to modernize the national betting regulation system. The agreement supports the development of the Betting Management System (SIGAP), a digital platform designed to monitor licensed betting operators.July 3, 2025 -
Apuesta Total becomes official partner of Liverpool FC in Peru Latin America Sports bettingApuesta Total, a leading brand in the Peruvian entertainment and betting market, had reached an agreement with Liverpool Football Club to become its official sponsor in Peru for the next three seasons.June 26, 2025 -
Peru moves to criminalize sports match-fixing for betting gains Latin America Sports bettingThe Peruvian Congress has taken a decisive step against sports corruption by approving a bill that classifies the manipulation of sports results for betting purposes as a criminal offense.June 16, 2025 -
Brazil’s betting associations unite to defend regulated market Brazil Sports bettingThe presidents of the National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL), Plínio Lemos Jorge, and the Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming (IBJR), Fernando Vieira, signed a cooperation agreement in São Paulo.June 14, 2025 -
Betting firm backs Mathare United in boost for Kenyan football Kenya Sports bettingInternational betting giant 1XBet has been officially announced as the new principal shirt sponsor for Mathare United’s Men’s and Women’s teams, marking a major milestone in the club’s history.June 12, 2025
