Swedish Gaming Authority Bans MRSL NV for Unlicensed Gambling
Swedish Gaming Authority bans MRSL NV for providing unlicensed games, joining other operators in regulatory crackdown.
Australian Court Orders SkyCity to Pay A$67m AML Penalty
SkyCity fined A$67m for AML/CTF failings by the Federal Court of Australia. Significant compliance breach penalties imposed.
Ukraine Cracks Down on Illegal Gambling: 371 Sites Blocked
Ukrainian regulator KRAIL blocks 371 unlicensed gambling sites in joint action with security services.
Swedish Court Cuts Mr Green’s Fine to SEK12m
Swedish court reduces Mr Green’s gambling fine from SEK31.5m to SEK12m following regulatory appeal against Spelinspektionen.
Michigan Orders Bovada to Cease Operations
The Michigan Gaming Control Board issues a cease-and-desist order against Bovada for unlicensed operations.
Pennsylvania Fines Wind Creek Bethlehem for Underage Gaming Violations
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board fines Wind Creek Bethlehem $125,000 for underage gaming violations, ensuring stricter compliance.
ACMA Cracks Down on Illegal Gambling with ISP Blocks
ACMA intensifies efforts to combat illegal gambling by requesting ISPs to block non-compliant sites, protecting Australian consumers.
Malta Gaming Authority Revokes Tipbet's License
Malta Gaming Authority cancels Tipbet's authorization, suspending operations and requiring immediate player refunds and compliance.
ECJ to Rule on German Gambling Loss Refunds
The ECJ will decide if German gambling operators must refund pre-regulation losses. The decision impacts ongoing lawsuits.
KSA Fines Sarah Eternal for Unlicensed Online Gambling
Dutch regulator, KSA, is enforcing strict penalties on Sarah Eternal for operating the unlicensed CasinoSky website in the Netherlands.
Ukraine Investigates Sanctioned Parimatch Over Russian Links
Ukraine intensifies scrutiny on Parimatch and other unlicensed gambling activities amid allegations of Russian involvement.
Over 680 Fraud and Gambling Suspects Repatriated from Cambodia to China
In a significant crackdown on illegal activities, China, in collaboration with Cambodia, repatriated 680 suspects linked to fraud & gambling.
Dutch Court Rules Bwin, PokerStars Must Refund Gambling Losses
Dutch court has mandated Bwin and PokerStars to reimburse players for losses incurred before online gambling was regulated in 2021.
Dutch Court Orders Flutter and Entain to Reimburse Grey Market Losses
In a landmark ruling, a Dutch court has mandated Flutter Entertainment and Entain to repay losses incurred by players in the grey market era.
ACMA Targets 18 Illegal Sites in 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup
ACMA has identified and taken action against 18 illegal gambling sites during the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.
IGT Resolves Patent Dispute with Acres, Focus Shifts to Innovation
IGT settled its legal dispute with Acres, ending a contentious battle over cashless wagering patents and opening doors to collaboration.
Mr Green Ordered to Address AML Failures by Danish Authority
Spillemyndigheden, Denmark's gambling regulator, issues three orders against Mr Green for failing to meet anti-money laundering standards.
Ippei Mizuhara Charged with Bank Fraud in $16M MLB Scandal
Ippei Mizuhara faces federal charges for bank fraud after illegally transferring $16 million from MLB star Shohei Ohtani's account.
KSA Fines Casbit Group NV for Illegal Gambling Activities
Netherlands KSA imposes a hefty fine on Casbit Group NV for offering illegal gambling, underscoring strict enforcement of gaming regulations.
Germany Considers Reimbursement for Unregulated Gambling Losses
Federal Court of Justice of Germany (BGH) is set to hold a hearing on potential reimbursement of losses incurred through unlicensed operators.
AskGamblers Recovers Over $9 Million for Players in 2023
AskGamblers Casino Complaint Service has set a new benchmark by recovering over $9 million for players in 2023, handling 2,200+ complaints.
Germany's Court Favors Player Against Betano in Historic Ruling
Landmark advisory opinion from Germany's Federal Court of Justice suggests a ruling in favor of a player recover losses from Betano..
KSA Targets DigitalOcean to Halt Grey Market Gambling Affiliates
The KSA has issued a cease and desist order to DigitalOcean, compelling hosting provider to cease servicing unlicensed gambling affiliates.
Dominican Republic blacklists William Hill, Bet365, 888Sport and Betsson
Dominican Republic introduces Resolution 136-2024, a new set of regulations for online gambling, including a list of 41 blacklisted operators.