Following through on legislative plans announced previously, the UK’s Remote Gaming Duty has officially risen from 21% to 40% as of this April. This significant tax hike is sending ripples through the European iGaming market, forcing major operators to reconsider their marketing budgets and bonus structures for the 2026 fiscal year. Analysts suggest this move may lead to a wave of market consolidation as smaller firms struggle to remain profitable under the heavier tax burden.
