Danish Gambling Authority Survey Finds Fewer Students Gamble to Win After Classroom Talks
Denmark's gambling regulator surveyed students after school talks: fewer gamble to win money, more men cite entertainment, and license-mark awareness rose.
Philippine PAGCOR & ASC to Pre‑Screen Gambling Ads
PAGCOR and ASC sign MOU requiring all gambling ads in the Philippines to be pre‑screened—air, online, outdoor—by Aug 15 for consumer safety.
Betsson Ordered to Repay €500K to Addicted Gambler
Sweden’s Supreme Court orders Betsson to repay €500,000 to a problem gambler, raising questions about responsible gaming failures.
Botswana Licenses Bookmakers
Botswana awards 10 bookmaker licenses, drives economic growth, and urges AI use to enhance gambling regulation and protect players.
New Jersey and UAE Sign Gaming Agreement
New Jersey and UAE regulators sign partnership to boost gaming innovation, strengthen economies, and promote responsible gaming worldwide.
Tipico Targets Black Market with “Trusted Partner” Certification
Tipico launches a “Trusted Partner” seal for game manufacturers who supply only licensed German sites, tackling black market gambling head-on.
BetConstruct Joins BOS to Enhance Market Collaboration
BetConstruct a prominent global provider of gaming technology and services becomes a member of Sweden's BOS.
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.
German Online Gambling Faces 10-Hour Blackout
A LUGAS system failure caused a 10-hour outage for legal German online gambling operators, sparking industry criticism.
Romania Proposes 10% Income Cap on Gambling Expenditures
A new Romanian bill could limit gambling payments to 10% of a player’s monthly income, with banks and operators enforcing compliance.
Ireland’s Gambling Regulatory Authority Officially Launches
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) is now fully operational, overseeing compliance, advertising, and player protection.
Bulgaria Pushes for Unified EU Gambling Registry
Bulgaria urges the EU to create a central gambling registry to tackle illegal operators and protect players.
French Court Upholds ANJ’s Authority to Regulate FDJ
The French Council of State reaffirms ANJ’s power to regulate FDJ’s promotions, protecting players from excessive gambling risks.
EGBA Welcomes GREF Support for New European Standard
GREF welcome and backs EGBA’s initiative to create a new European standard for online gambling harm markers by 2025.
KSA Reports Success of New Responsible Gaming Rules
KSA reports fewer high deposit limits, lower player losses, and reduced problem gambling after new gaming rules.
Dutch Regulator Warns VriendenLoterij Over Advert
The KSA warns VriendenLoterij after an ad linked lottery winnings to medical expenses, breaching gaming guidelines.
MGA Warns Public About Four Unlicensed Gambling Sites
The MGA warns players about four unlicensed gambling sites falsely claiming to be regulated under its authority.
Bill Miller Defends Legal Sports Betting as Entertainment
AGA CEO Bill Miller highlights the societal, economic, and regulatory benefits of legal sports betting, countering critics' claims.
NCLGS Proposes iGaming Legislation and Ban on Sweepstakes
The NCLGS drafts a Model Internet Gaming Act to streamline U.S. iGaming regulations, proposing a sweepstakes ban and enhanced protections.
UAE Lottery Launches with Dh100m Prize at the First Casino
The UAE Lottery debuts with a Dh100m grand prize, marking a milestone in the region’s gaming landscape, as its first casino nears.
Casino.nl and Digital Wellness Center Launch Responsible Gaming
Casino.nl collaborates with the Digital Wellness Center to launch myStridePositivePlay, a tool promoting safer gambling.
ECA Launches Strategic Supplier Partnership
ECA’s new Strategic Supplier Partnership boosts collaboration with top suppliers, focusing on compliance, security, and responsible gaming.
Brazil Supreme Court Bans Gambling with Social Welfare Funds
Brazil's Supreme Court bans betting with Bolsa Família funds and ads targeting minors, reinforcing responsible gambling laws.
Massachusetts Mandates Approval Seal for Licensed Operators
Massachusetts requires licensed gambling operators to display an official seal ensuring consumer safety and responsible gaming standards.