Six More Brazil Operators Rush to Apply for Licences
Six more Brazilian gambling operators applied for licences after the government's warning of enforcement starting from October.
Svenska Spel Awards €500,000 for Gambling Harm Research
Svenska Spel to fund seven gambling harm research projects with €500,000 after receiving a record number of proposals.
Australia Updates Classification Rules for Gambling Video Game
Australia sets new rules for video games with gambling-like features, assigning M and R 18+ ratings for loot boxes and simulations.
Casino Bello Blocked by ACMA for Breaching Gambling Laws
ACMA directs ISPs to block Casino Bello for breaching Australian gambling laws. Part of a wider crackdown on illegal sites.
Push Gaming Expands in Denmark with Danske Licens Spil
Push Gaming partners with Danske Licens Spil to bring its popular slot titles to Denmark's leading operator.
Brazil Cracks Down on Unauthorized Betting Companies in October
Brazil's SPA to suspend unauthorized betting companies from October ahead of regulated market launch in 2025.
Irish Gambling Reforms Must Shield Kids from Ads
As Ireland debates gambling reforms, experts stress the need to protect children from widespread gambling advertising.
PG Soft and Aardvark Technologies Partner to Expand
PG Soft and Aardvark Technologies team up to expand their presence in South Africa and explore new global markets.
BGC Welcomes Dame Caroline Dinenage's Re-election
Betting and Gaming Council celebrates Dame Caroline Dinenage's re-election as chair of the DCMS Committee, focusing on gambling policy.
Could the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) Be Granted More Powers?
Dutch gambling regulator KSA may soon gain the power to block unlicensed sites as the government considers tougher reforms.
UKGC Urges More Operators to Adopt GamProtect
The UK Gambling Commission calls on operators to join GamProtect, a tool designed to safeguard at-risk players.
FDJ and Kindred Must Maintain Separate Brands
France's competition authority requires FDJ to keep Kindred’s brands separate following the €2.45bn acquisition.
PAGCOR Chairman Confirms No Plans to Reintroduce e-Sabong
PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro Tengco confirms there are no plans to bring back regulated e-sabong, citing social concerns.
Kazakhstan Forms Gambling Regulation Committee
Kazakhstan's Tourism and Sports Ministry forms a new committee to oversee gambling, raising concerns over centralized control.
Star Entertainment Faces AU$100M Fine or Licence Loss in NSW
Star Entertainment Group could lose its NSW casino licence or face a AU$100M fine following the second Bell Report.
MGCB Wins Emmy for Responsible Gaming Campaign
Michigan Gaming Control Board wins Emmy for "Don't Regret the Bet," a campaign promoting responsible gaming awareness.
St8.io Obtains Isle of Man OGRA Licence to Boost Partnerships
St8.io secures Isle of Man OGRA Software Supplier Licence, enhancing its reach in regulated markets worldwide.
Norway’s Conservative Party pushes to end gambling monopoly
Norway’s Conservative Party supports ending the national gambling monopoly, potentially leading to a licensed market by 2028.
Comtrade Gaming secures Romanian license
Comtrade Gaming obtains a Romanian license, enabling players to access popular CG Games titles like Sweet Treasures.
Sporttrade Gains Sports Betting License in Virginia
Sporttrade secures sports betting license in Virginia, marking its fifth U.S. market with plans for an October launch.
Brazil Tightens Controls on Illegal Betting Payments
Brazil intensifies crackdown on illegal betting payments, targeting unlicensed operators and blocking Pix transactions.
Loterj Extends Deadline for Betting Accreditation
Loterj extends betting accreditation deadline by 15 days due to high demand in Rio de Janeiro's expanding market.
Giovanni Rocco Neto Appointed as Brazil’s First Secretary
Giovanni Rocco Neto steps into the role as Brazil's first National Secretary of Sports Betting, overseeing the industry's impact on sports.
Grainne Hurst Begins Role as New BGC CEO
Grainne Hurst steps in as CEO of the Betting and Gaming Council, bringing a decade of experience from Entain.