Global Gaming Leaders Unite Against Illegal Gambling Threat
AGA, ECA, and BGC unite at IAGA Conference 2025 to fight illegal gambling and protect consumers worldwide.
SGA Bans Curaçao-Based Simba NV for Unlicensed Gambling
Sweden's Gambling Authority bans Curaçao operator Simba NV for targeting Swedish players via default IP, sites like Betblast and SlotMonster.
GRAI Eyes Tiered Fees & Longer Licences After First Consultation
Ireland’s GRAI to explore tiered GGY-linked fees, 5-year licences, and clearer rules following stakeholder feedback in consultation.
Nevis iGaming License – A Tier‑1 Gold Standard?
Pos and cons of the Nevis iGaming license. Learn about its advantages, risks, and if it's right choice for online gambling business in 2025.
KSA Launches Regulator 2.0
Dutch KSA unveils Regulator 2.0 for open industry dialogue, stricter licensing, consumer safeguards, and ad ban to fight illegal gambling.
Sweden Bans Satoshi Gaming’s TrustDice from Market
Spelinspektionen immediately bans Satoshi Gaming (TrustDice.win) for unlicensed operations targeting Swedish players.
AUSTRAC Orders AML Audits for Ville and Mindil Beach Casinos
AUSTRAC mandates audits for The Ville and Mindil Beach casinos due to AML/CTF control deficiencies, echoing past actions.
Veikkaus Launches OpenBet Sportsbook
Veikkaus upgrades with OpenBet sportsbook across 4,000 outlets to prepare for Finland’s 2027 gambling market liberalisation.
Sri Lanka to Form Gambling Regulatory Authority
Sri Lanka drafts new gambling law to create a centralized authority ensuring transparency, oversight, and better revenue control.
ACMA targets Curaçao casinos
Australia’s ACMA warns Hollycorn N.V. and Dama N.V. for unlicensed play. New 2025 blitz blocks 61 sites and enforces steep IGA penalties.
Nardy Cramm not allowed to Call Gambling Sub-Licensing 'Illegal'
A Curaçao court rules in favor of journalist Nardy Cramm, affirming free speech in critique of the island’s sub-licensing gambling model.
GRAI and Belgian Gaming Commission Forge MoU
Ireland’s Gambling Regulatory Authority inks MoU with Belgian Gaming Commission, boosting information sharing across Europe’s markets.
PAGCOR Board Resigns Early, Clearing Marcos Jr.’s Path
Chairman Alejandro Tengco and the board quit before a Palace order, giving Marcos Jr. freedom to reshape PAGCOR’s gaming empire.
Isle of Man Enhances eGaming Oversight with NRAS
Isle of Man releases National Risk Appetite Statement to bolster eGaming sector's defenses against transnational crime.
Swedish Gambling Regulator Fines Charities for Lottery Breaches
Spelinspektionen penalizes two charities and three political groups over lottery and telemarketing violations.
Ireland’s New Gambling Licences to Launch Mid-2026
Ireland’s new gambling licensing regime will begin mid-2026, with application windows opening in 2025 under the GRAI.
Massachusetts Fines Sportsbooks $50K for Rule Breaches
Massachusetts fines FanDuel, BetMGM, Fanatics, and PENN Sports $50K for illegal bets and marketing violations.
Nevada Approves Bill Targeting Illegal Gambling
Nevada passes SB 256 to fight illegal gambling and reclaim illicit profits from operators, including those outside state borders.
FIAU Flags Alleged Underground Gambling Ring in Malta
A covert gambling network allegedly operates across Malta. FIAU reports reveal money laundering links but no arrests made to date.
Papara Founder Arrested in $330M Illegal Gambling Investigation
Papara’s founder was arrested in a $330M illegal gambling probe. Authorities froze $128M in assets tied to over 26,000 suspicious accounts.
Missouri Sports Betting to Launch December 1
Missouri opens sports betting on Dec 1, 2025. Licences available for casinos, teams, and operators. Retail $250K, online $500K.
PointsBet Fined AU$500K for Violating Spam Laws
PointsBet hit with AU$500,800 fine by ACMA for sending over 500 marketing messages to self-excluded gamblers in breach of Australian laws.
Spelinspektionen Launches Enhanced Supervision of Operators
Spelinspektionen initiates extra supervision to ensure gambling operators meet transparency and compliance requirements in Sweden.
Spain Fines 14 Unlicensed Gambling Operators €77M
DGOJ fines 14 illegal operators €77M and bans them for 2 years amid record market growth and rising identity theft cases.