German Gambling Regulator Celebrates Success
Germany’s gambling regulator, GGL, lauds regulatory success despite industry critiques over black market concerns.
Australia Considers In-Stadium Gambling Ad Ban
Australia may ban in-stadium gambling ads, raising questions on protecting youth from gambling influence in sports.
Dracula Gaming Events Set to Electrify iGaming World in May 2025
Dracula Gaming Events (DGE) announce an unparalleled gathering in the heart of Transylvania’s vibrant cultural capital, Cluj-Napoca
Booming Games Certified in Brazil to Supply Licensed Content
Booming Games has secured SECAP certification to offer gaming content to licensed operators in Brazil, expanding in Latin America.
Norway to Cap Electronic Bingo Loss Limits by 2025
Norway will implement new laws on electronic bingo loss limits and game registration, aiming for better player protection by 2025.
Caesars Launches Horseshoe Online Casino in Pennsylvania
Caesars debuts Horseshoe Online Casino in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, with New Jersey and Ontario launches planned for year-end.
Arkansas Casino License Draws Record $30M in Funding
Over $30 million has been raised for and against Arkansas's Issue 2, the ballot initiative that could rescind Pope County’s casino license.
Philippine Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Gambling
Over 400 people, including 57 foreign nationals, were arrested in a Philippine raid targeting illegal offshore gaming operations in Bataan.
ACMA Warns Three Operators for Unlicensed Gambling in Australia
ACMA issued warnings to SlotCatalog, Lucky Block, and Rooli for offering unlicensed gambling services to Australian customers.
Sweden Moves to Join Macolin Convention
Sweden has joined the Macolin Convention, aligning its anti-corruption efforts with Europe’s standards to combat match-fixing in sports.
Nevada Gaming Holding Acquires Ukraine’s Firm Cosmolot
Nevada Gaming Holding has acquired Cosmolot, Ukraine’s top online gambling company, aiming to expand into EU and American markets.
Northern Ireland Pushes for Stricter Gambling Ad Restrictions
Northern Ireland's APG calls for stricter gambling advertising laws, citing the need for protections similar to Ireland's recent reforms.
Finland to Integrate Horseracing into Newly Regulated Market
Finland announces horseracing will join the competitive gambling market by 2026, ending its monopoly approach.
Holland Casino Appeals to Trade Unions
Holland Casino reached the unions to resist the Dutch gambling tax hike, with De Unie calling for a voluntary departure scheme for employees.
Bulgaria’s Strict Advertising Ban Drive Out Gambling Operators
Bulgaria’s new gambling advertising restrictions have led to sharp revenue drops for operators, raising concerns about an exodus.
Do Sweepstakes Casinos Contribute to Problem Gambling in Youth?
Experts warn that sweepstakes gaming and social casinos could be fueling gambling issues among younger generations due to "free play."
Isle of Man Gambling Regulator Refutes UN Criticism
Isle of Man’s Gambling Supervision Commission defends its regulatory framework against UN allegations, highlighting its strict AML measures.
Ex-Finance Ministry Advisor Warns Against Banning Online Betting
Former Brazilian Finance Ministry advisor José Francisco Manssur warns that banning online betting would harm Brazil’s economy.
Fazi Secures Full Licence to Operate in Brazil
Fazi secures a Brazilian licence, positioning itself as an early player in Brazil's regulated iGaming market, set to open in January 2024.
Kyrgyzstan Approves Bill to Allow Casinos in Hotels
Kyrgyzstan’s parliament approves casino legalization in hotels, targeting foreign tourists to boost investment and tourism.
Ireland’s New Gambling Regulatory Authority to Launch in 2025
Ireland’s new Gambling Regulatory Authority will begin phased operations by 2025, overseeing licensing, and responsible gambling initiatives.
Italy’s Gambling Reform Faces Delay
The European Commission delays Italian gambling reforms until November due to Malta’s concerns about barriers for B2B providers.
Glitnor Group Acquires OneCasino to Strengthen Presence in EU
Glitnor Group acquires OneCasino, extending its iGaming reach in 8 regulated European markets, with projected revenue of €150 million.
Brazil Strengthens Sports Betting Integrity
Brazil’s Ministry of Finance partners with Sportradar and IBIA to strengthen sports betting integrity ahead of regulated market launch.