⚖️ EU watchdogs warn prediction markets

Nine EU regulators, including those in France, Germany and Spain, have jointly warned prediction markets over operating without local licences ahead of the 2026 World Cup, The Gambler Media reports. ⚠️ Their message is clear: no licence means no player safeguards and potential enforcement. 🏛️ For iGaming, this signals closer scrutiny of products that sit between betting and financial trading. 🌍 As major sporting events near, compliance, market classification and consumer protection will move higher up the agenda across Europe. 📊