PAGCOR Enforces Ad Standards to Preserve Gaming Integrity
PAGCOR mandates licensee to withdraw ads from offensive show; reinforces strict age verification to prevent underage gambling.
KSA Warns Dutch Media Over Illegal Gambling Ads
The Dutch Gambling Authority flags media for promoting unlicensed casinos, urges better compliance and public awareness.
Germany Court Blocks GGL’s IP Blocking Power
German court rules IP blocking under 2021 law unlawful, pushing GGL to seek amendments for offshore gambling enforcement.
Romania’s ONJN Enforces Stricter Self-Exclusion Measures
ONJN enforces a single-account self-exclusion rule, closing a loophole that allowed players to bypass gambling bans.
ACMA Expands Crackdown on Illegal Gambling Sites
ACMA blocks more unlicensed gambling sites, bringing the total to 1,178, while warning players of financial risks.
Ireland’s Gambling Regulator to Impose Tough Penalties
GRAI to enforce strict gambling regulations, including €20M fines, licence suspensions, and executive accountability for rule breaches.
Swedish Regulator Bans GG.bet Operator ASG 360
Sweden’s gambling regulator has banned GG.bet operator ASG 360 for targeting Swedish players without a local licence.
MGA Cancels Goldwin’s Gaming Licence
The Malta Gaming Authority cancels Goldwin’s licence, requiring player notification, fee settlements, and removal of MGA branding.
Danish Gambling Authority Targets Illegal Gambling
The Danish Gambling Authority expands its enforcement efforts, tackling illegal gambling and the rise of 'Robux betting.'
Slovakia’s Online Gambling Boom Outpaces Land-Based Sector
Slovakia’s gambling regulator reports a 29.9% rise in online gambling revenue, surpassing land-based growth in 2024.
Romanian Gambling Regulator Under Fire
ONJN president Gheorghe-Gabriel Gheorghe refuses parliamentary summons amid calls for a criminal probe into regulatory failures.
Foxtel Warned by ACMA Over Gambling Ad Breach
ACMA warns Foxtel over a gambling ad breach during a live AFL match, citing inadequate responsible gambling messaging.
Dutch Gambling Regulator Cracks Down on Autoplay Feature
KSA has ordered an operator to remove autoplay from its roulette game, reinforcing strict Dutch gambling regulations.
Zoltán Guller is New CEO of State Gambling Operator
Hungary’s state gambling operator, Szerencsejáték Zrt, appoints Zoltán Guller as CEO to drive modernization and enhance customer experience.
Fennica Gaming Expands into Ontario with New Supplier Licence
Fennica Gaming earns an Ontario supplier licence, bringing its eInstant games to North America’s regulated market.
Ireland’s Gambling Regulatory Authority Officially Launches
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) is now fully operational, overseeing compliance, advertising, and player protection.
AG Communications’ £1.4m Fine Directed Towards Safer Gambling
The UKGC fined AG Communications £1.4m for social responsibility and AML breaches, with funds allocated to safer gambling initiatives.
Romania’s ONJN Faces Scrutiny Over Gambling Oversight Failures
The Romanian government has summoned ONJN leadership to explain massive regulatory failures flagged in a damning audit report.
Delasport Secures Full Certification for iGaming Platform in Brazil
Delasport’s iGaming platform is now fully certified in Brazil, meeting all GLI and SIGAP standards for compliance and security.
Philippines Targets PIGOs After POGO Ban
Philippine lawmakers are reviewing PIGOs, fearing similar issues as POGOs. Will the country tighten its gambling laws again?
Austria to Maintain Online Casino Monopoly
Austria will keep a single online casino licence under a 15-year monopoly model, despite industry calls for competition.
Texas Lottery Moves to Ban Online Lottery Couriers
The Texas Lottery Commission proposes banning lottery couriers, citing concerns over fraud, transparency, and unregulated ticket sales.
Audit Reveals ONJN Failed to Monitor Online Operators
A Romanian audit finds ONJN failed to monitor online gambling operators, leading to potential losses in state revenue.
Bulgaria Pushes for Unified EU Gambling Registry
Bulgaria urges the EU to create a central gambling registry to tackle illegal operators and protect players.