By The Weekly Edge desk ·
Google changes its gambling and betting advertising certification from 26 August 2026, GiocoNews reported. The update covers requirements, destination websites and account restrictions.
Google’s gambling advertising certification changes cover requirements, destination websites and account restrictions.
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The reported licence expansion could add sports betting to Hard Rock Casino’s Dutch offering once launch preparations are complete.
The guidance sets compliance and certification conditions for prediction market operators seeking to advertise through Google.
Certified online gambling operators gain access to YouTube homepage advertising through its Masthead format from 21 October 2026.
Operators gain potential access to another advertising placement, but eligibility depends on registration, certification and geographical coverage.
Certified gambling operators gain access to advertising at the top of YouTube’s homepage from 21 October 2026.
Gambling and games advertisers face stricter Google certification requirements across all markets.