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Episode 113. The Fallout From the UK Gambling Tax Hikes: BGC Reaction
In this episode, we examine one of the most significant policy shifts to hit the UK gambling sector in recent years: the Chancellor's decision to raise gambling taxes as part of the Autumn Budget.
We're joined by Grainne Hurst, CEO of the Betting and Gaming Council, in conversation with Melanie Dayasena-Lowe, Vixio's managing editor covering UK and European regulatory developments.
Together, they explore how the tax hikes landed across the industry, why many operators view the changes as a "hammer blow", and what the increases could mean for jobs, retail betting shops, investment and long-term sector growth.
The discussion also looks at whether horseracing and in-person gambling have escaped the worst of the impact or whether further ripple effects are likely.
In conversation, Melanie and Grainne address key questions shaping the debate:
How did the industry react on Budget day?
What impact could the tax rises have on employment, retail closures and UK investment
Will the increases drive consumers towards the black market, as some warn?
How might the changes affect Gibraltar, Sweden and other European jurisdictions?
How will UK gambling tax levels now compare across Europe?
Could the government revisit or even raise these taxes again?
With forecasts suggesting reduced bonusing, declining onshore spending, and a drop in channelisation from 93% to 84%, this episode offers timely insights into the challenges that operators, regulators, and policymakers now face.
Listeners will gain a clear understanding of how the UK's new tax landscape is reshaping the sector and what may come next as the market adjusts to one of the most consequential fiscal decisions in years.
1 Dec 2025
Episode 112. The Analyst Angle: How we see AI developing across financial services in Europe in 2026
In this episode, we launch a brand-new series as part of the Vixio Regulatory Radar podcast: The Analyst Angle.
Hosted by Louise Coleman, Vixio's regulatory lead for Europe with fifteen years of experience, the series brings listeners closer to the conversations and insights shaping global regulated industries.
To kick off the series, Vixio analysts delve into one of the most widely discussed topics in financial services today: Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Louise is joined in conversation with Alex, Toba, and Armani to explore how AI is being adopted across the financial sector, the risks and opportunities it presents, and what regulators are focusing on in Europe and beyond.
Key questions addressed in this episode include:
How is AI being used in financial services, payments, and gambling sectors?
Which regulatory authorities are paying the closest attention, and why?
How might the EU AI Act reshape industry practices?
What are the practical implications for compliance teams and business operations?
Listeners will gain practical insight into the early regulatory thinking surrounding AI, the emerging risks and opportunities, and the strategic considerations for businesses navigating this rapidly evolving area.
This episode marks the beginning of The Analyst Angle, offering direct access to the expertise and perspectives of Vixio's in-house analysts.
Stay tuned for more episodes unpacking the regulatory trends shaping gambling, financial services, and payments worldwide.
28 Oct 2025
Episode 111. Prediction Markets
In this episode, we delve into one of the most disruptive forces shaping the gambling and financial landscape in 2025: prediction markets.
We're joined by Mackenzie Schanke and Matt Carey from Vixio, who specialise in regulation across North America.
Fresh from the Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas, Mackenzie and Matt unpack how prediction markets have evolved from niche forecasting tools into regulated financial products. Examining what that means for operators, investors, and policymakers.
In conversation, the pair will look to answer:
What are prediction markets?
How did we get here?
Why isn't this sports betting?
Where do we go from here?
Since recording this episode, the prediction market landscape has continued to shift rapidly. We encourage Vixio subscribers to access the U.S. Regulatory Review: Prediction Markets report, which outlines the current federal framework, recent enforcement actions, and emerging legal trends.
Listeners will gain timely insights into how prediction markets are redefining the boundaries between finance and gaming and what these developments could mean for the future of regulation.
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