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Could Bulgaria’s advertising ban lead to an exodus of operators?
With a regulatory framework dating back to 1998, Bulgaria is one of the most mature and established gambling markets in Europe – but recent changes to ...
Read moreFinland sends gambling regulation to EC, licensed operators can offer horseracing betting
Finland is preparing to usher in competitive online gambling in January 2026 as it moves away from its legacy monopoly model and the monopoly operator Veikkaus ...
Read moreNew Jersey gambling revenue up in April despite land-based decline
Total revenue was comfortably higher than $462.7m in April last year. However, the figure fell 3.0% short of the $526.6m reported in New Jersey in March this ...
Read moreNetherlands regulator KSA presents 2024 supervisory agenda
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the gambling regulator in the Netherlands, has presented its supervisory agenda for 2024, citing four areas of focus. KSA ...
Read moreMichigan igaming revenue reaches record $181.9m in January
Total gross online gambling revenue, comprising igaming and sports betting, amounted to $229.6m. This was 22.6% ahead of $187.3m in Michigan last January but ...
Read moreMaine sports betting receipts hit new high despite handle dip in January
Total handle for January in Maine was $38.1m. This was 13.4% behind $44.0m in December but 1.3% ahead of $37.6m in November, the first month of legal betting. ...
Read moreCuraçao minister of finance blasts LOK “misinformation”
Javier Silvania, Curaçao's minister of finance has released a statement condemning “misinformation” surrounding the region's new incoming gambling ...
Read moreSports Betting Alliance opposes California sports betting ballots
Both ballots would give tribes exclusive rights to offer retail and online sports betting in California. They were filed with the state’s attorney-general in ...
Read moreNetherlands to launch digital resilience drive amid gambling concerns
The Dutch government is to launch a national campaign to combat digital fraud amid concerns over crimes related to online gambling. Franc Weerwind, ...
Read moreGermany’s illegal gambling problem
“The best antidote to the illegal market is a competitive regulated market,” the Betting and Gaming Council’s (BGC) Wes Himes told delegates at the ...
Read moreRomania’s Game-Changing Move: A Bold Leap in Online Gambling License Fees!
Romania’s online gambling landscape is witnessing significant shifts. In a surprising move, the Romanian government has greenlighted a substantial hike in ...
Read moreVictoria government introduces gambling reform bill
Victoria’s minister for casino, gaming and liquor regulation, Melissa Horne, put forward the Gambling Legislation Amendment Bill 2023 to the state’s ...
Read moreNigeria bans operators over unlicensed gambling
In a public notice, the LSLGA names a host of operators that do not hold the relevant licence or approval in Nigeria. The LSLGA says operating without a ...
Read moreBrazil lower house approves gambling bill
The passage of the bill marks one of the final hurdles in the long journey to regulate online gambling in Brazil, the 10th largest economy in the ...
Read moreRegulating the Game conference set to take place in London next month
The Regulating the Game conference is only a month away. This five-day event is dedicated to focusing on the world of gambling law and regulation. Making ...
Read moreMinistry of Information and Broadcasting requests gambling advertising ban in India
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in India has released an advisory paper, requesting that all advertisements for gambling products cease ...
Read moreThe state of Latin America: Where are the key regulated markets?
As each country has opened up to legalising gambling and the millions that it brings in terms of tax revenue, operators, affiliates and suppliers from around ...
Read moreNevada gambling revenue reaches $1.29bn in May
Revenue in the state was 0.8% lower than $1.30bn in May 2022 but ahead of the $1.16bn generated in April this year. Slots remained by far the primary source ...
Read moreFinland to end gambling monopoly by 2026
The government said the aim of reform is to prevent the financial and social harm of gambling. A licensing model would improve the country’s channelisation ...
Read morePeruvian Congress passes gambling law amendments
Peru’s Congress has approved a series of amendments to close loopholes. Peru.- The National Congress of Peru has approved amendments to its Gambling Law ...
Read moreItaly’s igaming revenue dominated by casino and slots in December
Italy’s igaming revenue experienced a subtle decline, with December’s revenue of €315.8m showing a 2% decrease compared to the previous month. Despite ...
Read moreNew York Gambling Regulator Approves New Rules for Betting Ads
The gambling regulator in New York, the New York State Gaming Commission, greenlighted new rules affecting sports betting marketing, promotions and advertising ...
Read moreLITHUANIA GAMBLING REVENUE GROWS 18% IN Q3
Gambling revenue in Lithuania grew by 18 per cent to €63.9m in the third quarter of 2022, driven by a strong performance from the online gambling ...
Read moreWYOMING BETTING HANDLE DOUBLES IN SEPTEMBER
Sports betting handle in Wyoming increased by 117 per cent year-on-year to $13.58m in September, marking the second highest monthly handle since the regulated ...
Read moreARGENTINA’S MENDOZA PROVINCE APPROVES IGAMING REGULATIONS
The Argentinean province of Mendoza has approved new regulations to legalise sports betting and online gambling. The regulations were approved by the ...
Read moreNEBRASKA SPORTS BETTING REGULATIONS APPROVED BY COMMISSION
The Nebraska State Racing and Gaming Commission has approved rules governing sports betting at Nebraska racetracks. The sports betting regulations were ...
Read moreSouth African opposition proposes online gambling legislation
The Democratic Alliance is proposing a law to regulate online gambling. South Africa.- The opposition Democratic Alliance has announced that it will propose ...
Read moreEGBA launches pan-European AML guidelines
The European Gaming and Betting Association has developed guidelines to help online gambling operators comply with EU rules. Belgium.- The European Gaming ...
Read moreICE London conducts eight phase focus group programme with first time attendees
As part of its on-going commitment to ensure that ICE London continues to meet the needs of the international gambling industry in all of its forms, organisers ...
Read moreAmusnet Interactive showcases new products at SBC Summit Barcelona 2022
Amusnet Interactive is also sponsoring the annual SBC Awards ceremony. Press release.- Amusnet Interactive is thrilled to join the SBC Summit Barcelona, ...
Read moreDanish gambling revenue up 7.4% in Q2
The recovery in land-based casino made up for a drop in online gambling revenue. Denmark.- Danish gambling revenue came in at DKK1.69bn (€227m) for Q2, an ...
Read moreDanish regulator hails success of StopSpillet gambling helpline
The regulator says the helpline is meeting requirements and reaching its target groups but that more awareness was needed. Denmark.- The gambling regulator ...
Read moreNew York online sports betting handle reaches $872.2m in August
The sports betting handle came in below the $1bn mark for the second straight month. US.- New York’s online sports betting handle came in below the $1bn ...
Read moreGambleAware reveals plans for UK National Gambling Treatment Service
The responsible gambling charity plans to revamp the helpline. UK.- The industry-supported responsible gambling charity and grant making body GambleAware ...
Read moreWest Virginia sports betting and igaming markets grow in August
West Virginia saw a sports betting handle of $33.9m and $327.6m in online casino handle. US.- Both the West Virginia online gaming market and sports betting ...
Read moreItalian media watchdog issues warning on gambling ads
AGCOM has warned that media and affiliate owners must abide by the rules in Italy’s Dignity Decree. Italy.- The media and communications watchdog AGCOM ...
Read moreGambling addiction bodies form new global support network
Better Change, Gordon Moody and Mindway AI are creating new global support network for problem gambling. UK.- Three organisations have announced a new ...
Read moreBMM Testlabs grants the First Compliance Certification in the blockchain industry to Chainlink VRF
Chainlink VRF has received the GLI-19 compliance certification through BMM Testlabs. Press release.- BMM Testlabs, the longest established and most ...
Read moreGermany issues online slots licence to Solar Operations
It’s the ninth online slots licence for Germany’s new regulated igaming market. Germany.- A ninth online slots licence has been granted in Germany, ...
Read moreJackpot Software invests in modern and attractive games without leaving the classic aside
The games will be developed for North America, Europe and Latin America, according to their laws. Press release.- Jackpot Software is recognized worldwide ...
Read moreOntario igaming revenue for first three months hits CA$162m
IGaming Ontario has released its first public report on market performance since the market launched in April. Canada.- iGaming Ontario (iGO) has released ...
Read moreBelgium makes another cut to max number of licences
Belgium has further reduced the maximum number of online sports betting licences. Belgium.- New limits on the Belgian gaming market continue to be ...
Read moreATG revenue falls in first half
The Swedish operator says it remains confident that revenue will recover. Sweden- The Swedish betting operator AB Trav och Galopp (ATG) has reported revenue ...
Read moreAlbanian sports federations push for regulation of sports betting
Sports federations and Albania’s Olympic Committee have written to the government to call for the reintroduction of regulated sports betting. Albania.- A ...
Read moreHolland Casino reports €353.4m in revenue for H1 – more than in all 2021
Almost a quarter of Holland Casino’s revenue came from online gambling. The Netherlands.- The Dutch state-run casino brand Holland Casino has reported ...
Read moreEGT nominated for Land-Based Industry Supplier of the year in GGA Las Vegas 2022
EGT was nominated for its strong year: it installed many of its new products with great success in a number of gaming halls around the world. Press ...
Read moreAGA announces Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2022
The American Gaming Association announced the Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2022. Press release.- The American Gaming Association (AGA) announced the Gaming ...
Read morePortugal launches public tender for land-based casinos
The bidding has opened for two land-based casino licences that expire at the end of the year. Portugal.- The national gaming regulator, Serviços de ...
Read moreEndorphina strengthens its presence in Latam through Latamwin
Endorphina Games will launch new slot content in Latin America through a partnership with Latamwin. Press release.- Endorphina Games, the leading B2B online ...
Read moreDutch media company considers legal challenge against gambling ad ban
Talpa says it’s investigating the possibility of challenging the upcoming ban on gambling ads. The Netherlands.- The Dutch media company Talpa Network, ...
Read moreEuropean Commission extends standstill on Belgian advertising ban
Malta had requested an extension of the stand-still period on the ban. Belgium.- The European Commission has announced that it has extended the ...
Read moreEGT Digital and Alphawin sign new partnership
Fifteen of the favorite titles of the Bulgarian provider are now at disposal to Alphawin casino’s clients. Press release.- The popular online casino ...
Read moreGermany issues an eighth online slot licence
Jokerstar has picked up a licence to offer online slots throughout Germany. Germany.- After a long delay, the online slot licences are positively flying out ...
Read moreSCCG Management signs deal with remote gaming server PDX Slots
The investment and management company will provide advisory, business, and development services to PDX Slots’ North American operations. US.- The ...
Read moreUruguayan senate passes online gambling legislation
The approval takes online gambling in Uruguay one step closer to legalisation. Uruguay.- The Uruguayan senate has passed a bill that would legalise online ...
Read moreHow mobile apps are changing iGaming
Uplatform looks at how mobile technology has benefited the iGaming industry. Press release.- In today’s technologically advanced world, consumers have a ...
Read moreSOFTSWISS Game Aggregator partners with Vibra Gaming
The new partnership extends the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator’s offer with Vibra Gaming’s game portfolio. Press release.- SOFTSWISS, the leading software ...
Read moreOpenBox gains Isle of Man igaming supplier licence
The new provider has picked up an Isle of Man Software Supplier licence. Isle of Man.- The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission has granted an ...
Read moreCourt confirms federal body as sole Nigerian gaming regulator
A court has approved the status of the Nigerian Lottery Regulatory Commission and the Nigerian Lottery Trust as the sole regulator in Nigeria. Nigeria.- The ...
Read moreGambling Commission grants British licence for Spinomenal
The online gaming content supplier Spinomenal has been licensed to offer services to gambling operators in the British market. UK.- Britain’s Gambling ...
Read moreLeoVegas plans to enter Dutch regulated market in Q4
Announcing its Q2 results, the operator revealed the negative impact of its exit from the Netherlands last year. Sweden.- LeoVegas has released its Q2 ...
Read moreTemporary Rockford Hard Rock casino breaks visitor record in July
Nearly 45,000 people visited the temporary venue last month. US.- Rockford’s temporary Hard Rock casino received 45,000 visitors in July, according to the ...
Read moreThe Nevada Gaming Commission approves FanDuel sportsbook in downtown Las Vegas
The regulator has voted to approve FanDuel’s licence to co-brand the sportsbook inside the Fremont hotel-casino operated by Boyd Sports. US.- FanDuel has ...
Read moreUK survey shows impact of betting offers and reminders
The YouGov study looked at betting experiences during the 2022 UEFA Champions League Final. UK.- A new study has shed some light on the impact of offers and ...
Read moreTwo more German online slots licences granted
The latest additions take the total number of German online slots licences to five. Germany.- Online slots licences are slowly rolling out in Germany. Two ...
Read morePopOK Gaming has received a certificate for Georgia
The innovative iGaming developer and service provider PopOK Gaming is now certified to offer its games in Georgia. Press release.- PopOK Gaming now extends ...
Read moreMerkur anticipates a top class Entertainment Arena Expo in Bucharest
On booth 306, the German gaming giant will indeed ‘entertain’ with a strong presence of its top jackpots, cabinets and new games. Press release.- With ...
Read moreFeedConstruct partners with NetBet expanding its reach in the European market
Through this partnership, NetBet will make use of FeedConstruct’s BetGuard product. Press release.- NetBet, a renowned sportsbook and casino operator, has ...
Read moreSlovakia provides input for Montenegro gambling reforms
Slovakia’s Ministry of Finance hosted a study visit for Montenegro’s gambling regulator as the country prepares to reform its gambling ...
Read moreHow Trueplay’s loyalty programs work
Trueplay’s tokenised loyalty programs target user retention and help platform owners earn more by boosting key metrics. The role of loyalty programs in ...
Read moreCanadian gaming corporations call for action on illegal operators
Five provincial gaming corporations in Canada have formed a coalition to call for the federal government to take action over illegal gambling ...
Read moreGaming industry blasts order to close betting shops in Bremen
Betting shops in Bremen have a week to appeal against the closure order. Germany.- The German Sports Betting Association has blasted an order issued by the ...
Read moreGambleAware adds voice to call for loot box legislation in UK
The responsible gambling charity has added to calls for the government to think again about leaving loot boxes out of its review of gambling ...
Read more11 companies cleared to receive gambling licences in Kenya
Last month, the Betting Control and Licensing Board said the majority of betting and gaming firms had not complied with licensing requirements. Kenya.- The ...
Read moreLithuanian and Ukrainian regulators sign MoU
The two regulators plan to work together on the supervision of gambling and lottery operations. Lithuania.- The Gambling Supervisory Authority in Lithuania ...
Read moreBMM Testlabs now licenced to test sports gaming equipment for Ohio
Ohio Casino Control Commission has approved BMM to test and certify sports gaming equipment. Press release.- BMM Testlabs, the world’s original gaming ...
Read moreHard Rock Las Vegas to open in 2025
The firm has confirmed the launch date for the rebranded Mirage Hotel & Casino after MGM Resorts. US.- Hard Rock International has confirmed that the ...
Read morePositive feedback on EGBA advertising code from independent monitoring
The European Advertising Standards Alliance has recommended more clarity in some areas but described the EGBA code as a “solid basis for responsible ...
Read moreRomania to go ahead with tax hike on gambling winnings
The tax hike will go ahead but at a lower rate than initially proposed. Land-based and online gambling operators will have to apply the new rates from August ...
Read moreSlovakian gambling regulator creates online gambling whitelist
Slovakia’s Office for the Regulation of Gambling intends for the list to help players identify which online gambling sites are licensed. Slovakia.- The ...
Read moreMassachusetts casinos report revenue of $93m for June
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has reported $93m in revenue for the state’s three casinos. US.- The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has reported that ...
Read morePeru to legalise online gambling and sports betting
The Peruvian Congress has approved the new legislation with no votes against it. Peru.- The Peruvian Congress has voted to approve legislation that will ...
Read moreBacta renews call for debit card transactions on gaming machines
The trade association has written to the new gambling minister Damian Collins. UK.- The British Amusement Catering Trade Association (Bacta) has renewed its ...
Read moreDutch gaming operators will have to prove advertising age targets
New details have emerged on the Netherlands’ proposed restrictions on gambling ads. The Netherlands.- The Dutch government has launched a consultation on ...
Read moreThe Netherlands to consult on gambling advertising ban
The government has launched a consultation on the proposal to ban all broadcast gambling advertising from January 1. The Netherlands.- Gambling operators in ...
Read moreNew details of UK gambling white paper emerge
Industry commentators Earnings + More claim to have received leaked details of Britain’s proposed changes to gambling legislation. UK.- Passive ...
Read moreCuraçao to reform online gambling licensing
The island will overhaul its liberal licensing regime following international pressure. Curaçao.- The Caribbean island of Curaçao has announced plans to ...
Read moreThe Netherlands to ban gambling ads from TV from January
A ban on broadcast gambling ads will come into effect at the start of next year, and sponsorship will be banned from 2025. The Netherlands.- The Dutch ...
Read moreBritish Gambling Commission to consult on penalties
The British regulator will review its penalties for regulatory breaches. UK.- The Gambling Commission will carry out a consultation on its penalties for ...
Read moreMaryland casinos generate $162.7m in gaming revenue in June
Maryland six casinos registered $162.7m in gaming revenue in June, up 0.8 per cent compared to the same month last year but down from May’s $178.8m. US.- ...
Read moreUK: MPs raise concerns over advisors’ links to gambling industry
The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Gambling-Related harm will write to prime minister Boris Johnson about the matter. UK.- Anti-gambling MPs appear to be ...
Read moreiGB Live! opens in Amsterdam as industry standing continues to grow
iGB Live! opened Wednesday 6 July with organisers confident of celebrating a record-breaking edition of gaming’s fastest-growing B2B and affiliate in-person ...
Read moreMichigan legislature increases funding for Gaming Control Board
The legislature has approved a bipartisan deal to expand funding for the Michigan Gaming Control Board. US.- Michigan’s legislators have reached a deal ...
Read moreMGA issues new Malta National Lottery licence
The Malta Gaming Authority has issued a licence to allow National Lottery PLC to take over the running of the country’s lottery. Malta.- The Malta Gaming ...
Read moreLithuania to introduce new dedicated remote gaming licence
The Seimas has approved amendments to Lithuania’s gambling legislation. Lithuania.- The Lithuanian legislature, the Seimas has approved new amendments to ...
Read moreKenya: gaming firms who haven’t renewed their licences risk shutdown
The Communications Authority has ordered mobile operators to stop issuing services to operators who have nor renewed their licences. Kenya. The ...
Read moreCasino Copenhagen reprimanded for AML failings
The Danish gambling regulator has found that the casino breached Denmark’s Money Laundering Act. Denmark.- Spillemyndigheden, Denmark’s gambling ...
Read moreNine more operators gain German online slot licences
Saxony-Anhalt has approved online slot and poker licences for nine operators, taking the total to 12. Germany.- Saxony-Anhalt-Anhalt’s State ...
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