UK Treasury Committee Suggests Treating Crypto Investment as Gambling
The House of Commons Treasury Committee in the UK has proposed treating retail investment in cryptocurrencies as a form of gambling.
Dutch online market is displaying indications of maturation
The latest annual survey on the state of the online gambling market in the Netherlands revealed signs of market maturation.
Eaton Gate Gaming faces ASA sanctions due to a violation in their Kwiff advertisement
Eaton Gate Gaming, an online gaming company, has received sanctions from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) in the UK.
Australia's aim to decrease gambling ads while TikTok expand its pilot program
As efforts to tighten control on gambling advertisements persist in the country, TikTok continues to enjoy an exemption from regulations.
Senator Jessica Ramos imposes halt on the Citi Field Casino plan
Temporary setback for New York Mets owner Steven Cohen's casino development plan occurred when lawmaker decided not to introduce a bill.
The initial consultations for the Gambling Commission white paper are scheduled to take place this summer
British Gambling Commission announced that outcomes of consultations on the regulator's gambling white paper will be made public this summer.
First bet for most problem players from Denmark was placed under age of 25
Since its establishment in 2019, StopSpillet has received close to 2,500 calls. Recently, Spillemyndigheden has shared data from its helpline, StopSpillet.
Initial reading of Macau's gaming credit bill successfully passes
Macau lawmakers have approved the initial reading of a legislation called "Legal Regime of Credit Concession for Gambling in Casinos."
Soft2Bet secures licenses for betting and gaming operations in the lucrative Greek market
Soft2Bet acquires two seven-year licenses to further enhance its market presence and pursue expansion opportunities in Greece.
BCLC enhances identification protocols at casinos in British Columbia
BCLC reinforces identification requirements at casinos to assist participants of the Game Break self-exclusion program in British Columbia.
Spain bolsters efforts to combat sports betting fraud
Spanish Ministry of Consumer Affairs announced regarding the signing of a collaborative agreement with the General Directorate of Police
Operators Provide Funding for Denmark's New Gambling Committee
An alliance of gambling operators has committed to providing funding for the recently formed Danish Gambling Committee
Caixa Lotteries experienced a modest increase of 0.4% in its Q1 revenue
Caixa Lotteries has recently released a new report providing a detailed breakdown of the numbers for the first quarter of 2023.
Finland Imposes €2.5m Fine on Betsson for Attracting Mainland Bettors
BML Group Ltd. prohibited and fined €2.5m ($2.7m) million for engaging in unlicensed marketing activities in Finland.
Spelinspektionen granted with new powers
Sweden's legislature has given its approval to the proposed new powers for the country's gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen.
Mexican government confirms that no new permits for casinos were issued
Andrés Manuel López Obrador expressed his opposition to establishment of new casinos & he provided information regarding license issuance.
Brazilian government issued a provisional notice of regulation for sports betting
Brazil's federal government has released a provisional notice containing rules for the upcoming regulation of fixed-odds sports betting.
Sports Betting Bill forwarded to the governor's desk by the Vermont House
Vermont is on the verge of legalizing sports betting, as state House approved House Bill 127, which paves the way for online sports wagering.
Texas sports betting bill has progressed to the Senate
HB 1942 & HJR 102, were approved by the Texas House of Representatives, would mandate a statewide public vote as part of the legislation.
15% tax proposed for sports betting in Ecuador
Ecuador's new tax reform, proposed by President Guillermo Lasso, has been presented as an urgent economic project.
Mexican President called for an investigation into the establishment of new casinos in the country
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has instructed his cabinet to investigate the casinos that have recently opened in Mexico
The authorization of gambling halls in Castilla y León has been suspended for an additional two years
Governing Council of the Junta de Castilla y León approved a decree that leverages the approval of the decree-law
The Provincial Registry of Self-exclusion has been approved by Chaco, Argentina
Legislative Power of the Chaco province approved a bill that aims to prevent and treat pathological gambling within its territory.
The Brazilian Ministry of Justice requested the opening of an investigation for sports betting arrangements
An investigation focused on result manipulation in sports competitions has been requested by the Minister of Justice and Public Security.