Business
January 2, 2026
Kambi Expands in Mexico Via Turnkey Sportsbook Deal with Pickwin
Kambi Group announced that it has strengthened its LATAM foothold with a major Mexico-facing agreement. The sports betting solutions specialist’s latest deal will see it partner with Pickwin, one of Mexico’s fastest-growing online sports betting companies. Kambi to Power Pickwin with State-of-the-Art Sportsbook Solutions In its official announcement, Kambi said that the agreement with Pickwin […]
Casino
December 2, 2025
Mexican Casino and Miss Universe Boss Accused of Working With Cartels
Raúl Rocha Cantú, a Mexican business magnate involved in land-based casinos, online gambling, and as a co-owner of the Miss Universe pageant, is sought in his home country for allegedly participating in a trafficking network dealing in fuel, weapons, and drugs, with connections to cartel organizations. Mexican Authorities Are Looking for Rocha According to the […]
Sports
November 20, 2025
Seven Killed at Mexico Racetrack as Criminal Feud Erupts in Gunfire
A deadly shooting broke out at a horse race near Parral in southern Chihuahua, Mexico, over the weekend, killing seven men and raising concerns about organized crime’s growing presence in local racing events. Deadly Clash Outside Racetrack Highlights Intensifying Turf Battle Between Criminal Rivals The attack happened Saturday night at a racetrack outside the city, […]
Casino
November 14, 2025
US Targets Mexican Cartel Over Alleged Money Laundering in 13 Casinos
Following an operation by Mexican law enforcement and judicial authorities, the US has responded in kind, targeting a suspected criminal enterprise behind a large-scale casino money laundering scheme. On Thursday, a day after Mexico opened an investigation and suspended 13 casinos suspected of money laundering, the US Treasury issued a round of sanctions against the […]
Casino
November 13, 2025
Mexico Suspends 13 Casinos Suspected of Aiding Money Laundering
Authorities in Mexico are on the offensive, after 13 casinos were ordered to stop their operations amid a large-scale anti-money laundering probe that names gaming majors such as Grupo Salinas. Casinos Remitted Fake Wins Overseas to Launder Money According to a statement released on Wednesday, two of the casinos targeted in the latest raid belonged […]
Business
November 10, 2025
OKTO Rolls Out Direct Cash-in Solution in Mexico
Next-gen payment service provider OKTO announced that its direct card-in solution is now available in Mexico, amid increased demand for such services. The company said that this will empower online casino players, providing them with unprecedented convenience. The Launch Aligns with OKTO’s LATAM Strategy According to OKTO’s announcement, the new direct card-in solution service is […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
Mexico Inches Closer to Raising Gambling Tax from 30% to 50%
Mexico’s Senate Committee on Legislative Studies has approved the 2026 Miscellaneous Fiscal Package, which includes a significant hike in taxes on betting and gaming activities. With this move, the country moves closer to accepting part of the President Claudia Sheinbaum administration’s 2026 economic plan, which will see a tax increase on betting and online casino […]
Sports
September 19, 2025
Mexican Gambling Industry Pushes for Up-to-Date Rules Before World Cup 2026
Mexico’s betting businesses want lawmakers to update old laws before the FIFA World Cup 2026. Industry leaders say if changes do not happen, chances to grow might be lost. AIEJA Calls for New Regulations as World Cup Expected to Boost Gambling The FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place in 16 cities across the United […]
Industry
September 11, 2025
Mexico Considers Raising Its GGR Tax to 50%
Mexico has become the latest market to consider a gambling tax hike, much to the industry’s discontent. This proposal follows a broader trend that has seen other countries and several US states consider or implement similar measures. Mexico Eyes a Higher GGR Tax In Mexico, finance minister Édgar Amador has proposed significantly increasing the taxes […]
Casino
August 1, 2025
FBM Expands in Mexico with Eight New Spin & Win Slot Themes
The FBM Spin & Win collection continues to expand with the addition of eight new slot themes now available in Mexican casinos. Players can enjoy Mystery Gems, Lucky Neko, Dragon Festival, Han’ei Panda, Dragon Jewels, Fruity Splash, Flow of Fortune, and Filipina Reels, with each offering five exciting game features and two shared jackpots. FBM […]
