The Gambling Commission has confirmed it is exploring the future role of crypto assets within the regulated gambling sector, while also stepping up efforts to combat illegal gambling activity across Great Britain.

Bacta and Boomerang Digital have formally signed a supply and data sharing agreement relating to self-exclusion, in a move described as a major step forward for player protection across the land-based gaming sector.

Last week’s Scottish Regional Meeting at Òran Mór in Glasgow was another really valuable opportunity to spend time with members and hear directly about the issues affecting businesses across Scotland.

The UK Government has formally launched a new Illegal Gambling Taskforce aimed at disrupting black market gambling activity, with a particular focus on payments, advertising and enforcement coordination across the sector.

The UK has launched its largest independent research centre dedicated to tackling gambling-related harm, marking a significant step forward in the use of statutory levy funding to address one of the sector’s most pressing challenges.

Acting Chief Executive of the Gambling Commission, Sarah Gardner, used her address at the Bingo Association AGM 2026 to underline a clear message to the sector: collaboration will remain central to regulation, but enforcement – particularly against illegal gambling – is set to intensify.