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Gambling News - 'Tax'
Industry
August 19, 2025
India’s New 40% “Sin Tax” Shakes Gaming Sector
Indian gambling sector representatives rallied against the government’s newly announced 40% “sin tax” on gambling and other luxury goods, one of the most significant hikes in the country’s goods and services tax (GST) regime. The new measure caused industry stocks to crash on Monday as investors feared that the extreme tax burden would make operations […]

Industry
August 18, 2025
British Horseracing Protests Tax Hike, Cancels Sep. 10 Meetings
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has continued its fight against Britain’s proposed tax hike by cancelling all meetings on September 10. All races will be rescheduled for another date, the authority confirmed. BHA Reasserts Its Opposition to the Tax Harmonization In its announcement, the BHA reasserted that it is standing firmly behind its Axe the […]

Industry
August 11, 2025
UK Gambling Industry Braces for Potential Levy Hike
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves have begun working on a budget package expected to be announced in November. While the government has pledged itself not to touch income tax, national insurance, or VAT, a rise in gambling taxes appears almost certain to be on the table. Calls for Increased Taxation Are […]

Industry
August 7, 2025
Dutch Gambling Regulator Admits New Taxing Policy Has Failed
On August 5, the Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) acknowledged that the recent increase in the country’s gambling tax rate to 34.2% has not generated additional revenue. The regulator’s impact assessment revealed that, since the hike took effect on 1 January 2025, gross gaming revenue (GGR) has declined in both the online and land-based sectors. KSA […]

Industry
July 30, 2025
BHA Ramps Up Fight Against Betting Tax Hike amid Fears of Industry Collapse
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has intensified its battle against the government’s proposed hike in remote gambling duty, warning that the planned increase would devastate the industry and decimate jobs across rural and racing-related communities. The organization continues to promote its “#AxeTheRacingTax,” hoping to gather support from fans and industry stakeholders. Horse Racing Hubs Would […]
Industry
July 18, 2025
British Racing Takes an Official Stand Against Tax Changes
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has pushed back against the Treasury’s plans to charge a higher remote gambling duty on betting activity, saying the step could deliver a damaging financial blow to one of the nation’s oldest and most beloved sports. The organization submitted a formal response on its website, calling for fans and stakeholders […]
Industry
July 18, 2025
Illinois Operators React to Tax Hikes with Minimum Sport Betting Wagers
BetMGM and Hard Rock Bet are the latest operators in Illinois to introduce new minimum wager requirements, a move prompted by the state’s recent increase in sports betting taxes. Other operators, meanwhile, are passing the financial burden of the raised taxes to consumers via surcharges. Hard Rock Bet and BetMGM Impose Minimum Sports Betting in […]
Industry
July 17, 2025
OBBBA Reportedly Raises Slot Tax Reporting Threshold to $2,000
A recent adjustment to federal tax law could bring much-needed relief to the gaming industry. President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) includes a provision raising the slot tax reporting threshold from $1,200 to $2,000. Although unexpected, this amendment could significantly benefit the broader gambling sector, aligning tax regulations with economic realities. Several Experts […]
Industry
July 8, 2025
Trump’s Gambling Tax Cap Draws Divided Opinions
Rep. Dina Titus is leading a legislative effort to repeal a controversial tax provision buried in President Donald Trump’s sweeping new fiscal package. Her newly proposed legislation aims to challenge Section 70014 of the recently enacted One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which limits the deductibility of gambling losses to 90% of winnings. However, some analysts […]
Industry
July 7, 2025
AGA Applauds Trump’s Tax Bill Despite Uproar from Gamblers
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has faced fierce criticism from the broader gambling community after it publicly supported President Donald Trump’s controversial tax legislation, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). The newly enacted law contains a provision that limits the deductibility of gaming losses, a change that means many bettors could face tax obligations […]