Namibia Pushes Gambling Reform and Real-Time Monitoring While Its Regulator Is Still Hiring
Namibia is finalizing new gambling and lottery fees and tendering a real-time monitoring system, but its Gambling Board is still short of staff.
Isle of Man GSC updates AML/CFT guidance
The Isle of Man’s Gambling Supervision Commission issues fresh AML/CFT guidance covering network services permissions for operators.
Isle of Man Affirms Commitment to Reputable iGaming
The Isle of Man backs the National Risk Appetite Statement to safeguard iGaming and welcome reputable businesses.
Botswana Licenses Bookmakers
Botswana awards 10 bookmaker licenses, drives economic growth, and urges AI use to enhance gambling regulation and protect players.
Bet365 Confirms Exit from Chinese Market
Bet365 leaves China amid rising regulatory pressure, focusing on core markets with robust licensing and sustainable prospects.
Spain’s DGOJ Hosts AML Meeting to Strengthen AML Measures
Spain’s DGOJ gathers and host the first meeting with industry and regulatory bodies to enhance anti-money laundering measures in gambling.
Sweden’s High Court Shuts Down Final Appeals
Sweden’s Supreme Administrative Court refuses more appeals. Mr Green, Spooniker, ComeOn face final fines for bonus and AML breaches.
Greentube Fined £1m by UKGC After Compliance Failings
Greentube Alderney pays £1m for social responsibility and AML breaches. UKGC warns stricter measures after repeat violations.
ECA Calls for EU Commission Backing and Regulatory Action
ECA unveils a five-year manifesto urging the new EU Commission to fight illegal gambling and strengthen Europe’s casino sector.
BMO Manx Slammed with £1m Fine (Reduced to £700k)
BMO Manx faces £700k penalty after AML/CFT failures. Isle of Man Gambling Commission cites serious compliance lapses and withdrawn licence.
Swedish Top Court Upholds SGA Penalties
Sweden’s Supreme Administrative Court upholds penalties against Kindred, ComeOn, and Mr Green, rejecting all appeals and finalizing fines.
Tim Miller Calls for Collaboration at Bacta Annual Convention
Gambling Commission Executive Tim Miller addresses industry standards at the Bacta Annual Convention, emphasizing collaboration.
BOS Launches New Initiatives to Combat Money Laundering
BOS unveils an AML checklist and collaborative report to enhance compliance and tackle money laundering in Sweden's gambling industry.
South Africa Strengthens AML to Exit FATF Grey List
South Africa advances anti-money laundering reforms to exit FATF grey list, targeting financial sector alignment.
Philippines Poised to Exit FATF Grey List in 2025
The Philippines may be delisted from FATF’s grey list in early 2025, following extensive AML and CTF improvements.
Cyberhorizon Hit with Major Penalty for AML and CTF Breaches
Cyberhorizon fined £140,000 by the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission for breaches in AML and CTF regulations.
Denmark Strengthens AML Guidelines for Gambling Operators
Danish regulator updates AML guidelines for gambling operators, adding new guidance and examples for better compliance.
Denmark's DGA Cracks Down on SkillOnNet for AML Failures
Denmark's Gambling Authority is enforcing AML regulations on SkillOnNet, setting a precedent for online gambling's regulatory landscape.
bet365 Fined £582,120 by Gambling Commission for Regulatory Failures
bet365 agreed £582,120 settlement with Gambling Commission for AML & social responsibility failures, signaling strict regulatory enforcement.
Curaçao Gaming Control Board Sets March 31 Deadline for Licensing Under NOOGH
Curaçao GCB issues guidelines for the pivotal 31 March deadline, marking a significant shift in regulatory landscape with intro of LOK.
US Treasury Flags Online Sports Betting as a Growing Money Laundering Hazard
US Treasury's 2024 assessment highlights unique money laundering risks within the rapidly expanding online sports betting industry in the US.
Sydney 2024 Unveils Elite MC Lineup for Top Gambling Law & Regulation Conference
Join industry experts at Regulating the Game Sydney 2024, where leading MCs will shape discussions on the future of gambling regulation
UK Gambling Commission Raises Alert on Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risks
Gambling Commission updates risk assessment for UK gaming sectors, highlighting high money laundering and terrorist financing concerns
Dutch Gambling Authority Imposes €3M Fine on BetCity for AML and Terrorist Financing Violations
Netherlands' KSA fines BetCity €3M for failing anti-money laundering and terrorist financing rules, signaling a crackdown on compliance