Google Tightens Brazil Gambling Ad Rules
Google updates Brazil gambling ad policies: only licensed operators can advertise. Stricter rules aim for safer, more responsible gambling.
Unibet Hit with €400k Fine by Dutch KSA
Unibet fined €400k by Dutch KSA for admitting self-excluded bettors during 2022 World Cup. Operator won’t appeal.
Italy Opens €7m Online Gambling Licences
Italy publishes tender for new online gambling licences. Apply by May 30, 2025. €7m fee, strict criteria, and 9-year concessions.
Moldova Loosens Gambling Ad Rules
Moldova lifts some gambling ad restrictions, allowing limited late-night ads. Mandatory harm warnings and size limits now apply.
Expanse Studios Files for Ontario B2B iGaming Licence
Expanse Studios seeks a B2B licence in Ontario. Over 50 iGaming titles ready to meet strict compliance & fuel Golden Matrix’s growth.
EGBA Calls on Austria to End Monopoly and Modernise
EGBA pushes Austria to replace outdated monopoly with multi-licensing. Reform could boost consumer protections, revenue, and transparency.
bet365 secures Illinois sportsbook licence
bet365 secures Illinois sportsbook licence. New casinos, rising handle, and possible iGaming expansion in the state's gambling landscape.
Swedish Top Court Upholds SGA Penalties
Sweden’s Supreme Administrative Court upholds penalties against Kindred, ComeOn, and Mr Green, rejecting all appeals and finalizing fines.
Freebitco.in Operator Faces KSA Penalties for Illegal Gambling
FBC BV risks hefty Dutch penalties as KSA cracks down on its unlicensed Freebitco.in games, demanding compliance.
Uzbekistan Legalizes Online Gambling Starting 2025
From January 2025, Uzbekistan opens its online gambling market, offering licenses, strict rules, and secure platforms for global players.
Illegal Casinos Exploit Minors Through Roblox
Illegal casinos target children via Roblox, allowing minors young as 12 to gamble using Robux, trigger UK Gambling Commission Investigation
GGL Warns Players of Risks of Illegal Gambling in Holiday Season
Germany’s GGL warns against illegal gambling during Christmas, urging players to use licensed platforms for safety and protection.
Curaçao Approves LOK Amid Ongoing Licensing Turmoil
Curaçao passes historic iGaming reforms as scandals swirl. New LOK laws promise tighter oversight, but critics doubt their effectiveness.
Japan Studies NSW Casino Framework
Japan learns from NSW casino regulations to ensure compliance for its US$8.9 billion Osaka resort in 2030.
Ex-MGM Exec Sibella Faces Nevada Gaming License Revocation
Former MGM Grand exec Scott Sibella loses Nevada gaming license after ties to illegal sports betting uncovered.
Jackpot Digital Gains AGCO Approval to Supply Ontario Casinos
Jackpot Digital secures AGCO approval, enabling it to provide electronic table games to Ontario’s regulated casinos and gaming venues.
Christine Howlett Joins NSW Casino Regulator as Commissioner
Christine Howlett, known for leading Crown Melbourne's remediation, joins NICC to oversee casino compliance and financial crime monitoring.
NCLGS Draft Model Legislation of US Online Gaming
NCLGS winter meeting in New Orleans discusses draft model legislation to guide US states in crafting tailored online gaming regulations.
Bill Miller Defends Legal Sports Betting as Entertainment
AGA CEO Bill Miller highlights the societal, economic, and regulatory benefits of legal sports betting, countering critics' claims.
Betfair Cleared by ASA Over Online Casino Ad Complaint
The ASA rejects a complaint against Betfair’s radio ad, citing compliance with guidelines and low under-18 audience reach.
Ireland Introduces Dual System to Oversee Gambling Advertising
Ireland’s ASA and Gambling Regulatory Authority collaborate to handle gambling ad complaints under stricter advertising rules.
Curaçao’s Reformed Gambling Law Reaches Final Stages
Curaçao's parliament prepares to finalize its gambling reform law, promising stricter regulations for the offshore gaming sector.
Brazil Approves 71 Online Gambling Licenses
The SPA grants 71 online gambling licenses in Brazil, ensuring regulatory compliance for a robust market launch on January 1.
Colombia Cracks Down on Illegal Gambling Operations
Authorities in Colombia seize $200m worth of illegal gambling equipment, arrest seven, and recover $17bn in lost revenue.