Gambling Ad Ban: Latest News

Denmark’s “Gaming Package 1” introduces a whistle-to-whistle ad ban, celebrity-free campaigns, and stronger youth protections.

Regulation 27 Oct 2025

Kenya's BCLB bans celebrities and influencers from gambling ads to protect minors and curb addiction. New guidelines and ad approvals.

Australia's gambling ad ban faces delays as legislative hurdles and Senate opposition postpone decisions until 2025.

A new Dutch bill aims to tighten gambling regulations, proposing an ad ban, deposit limits, and enhanced player protections.

Australia may ban in-stadium gambling ads, raising questions on protecting youth from gambling influence in sports.

Irish senators push for a full ban on gambling ads as debates on the Irish Gambling Bill intensify in the Dáil of Ireland.

Gambling firms shower Australian MPs with gifts as the government debates a potential ban on gambling advertising.

Bulgaria enforces a comprehensive ban on gambling ads with new rules for gambling machines to curb addiction.

EMEA 20 May 2024

London's Mayor faces pressure to ban gambling ads on the TfL network, echoing public concern over problem gambling rates in the city.

X's €1.35 million fine by Italy's Agcom violating the 2019 gambling advertisement ban, its broader implications on social media platforms.

Legal EMEA 15 Mar 2024

Dutch MPs veto outright gambling ad ban but greenlight stricter fines and cross-operator limits to Netherlands' gambling sector regulations.

Latest decision by Dutch MP rejecting a total ban on gambling ads, endorsing strict loss limits & higher penalties for regulatory violations.

Legislation 14 Feb 2024