We explore the pros, cons and trade-offs of online casino regulation to decide whether licensed or unlicensed sites are the best option for your gambling needs.
We explore the pros, cons and trade-offs of online casino regulation to decide whether licensed or unlicensed sites are the best option for your gambling needs.
New analysis shows UK-licensed casinos are spending less on advertising. They are shifting the focus to safer gambling, while illegal operators ramp up unregulated online promotions.
Bingo is not for cigarette-smoking ladies with purple hair - 2026 sees it taking centre stage in a charity fraud scheme that results in a new entry on the FBI Most Wanted List.
Despite a tightly regulated market, almost half of the gambling revenue in the Netherlands is flowing to illegal and unlicensed casinos. Here’s how the KSA plans to tackle this growing problem.
Play971 has launched as the UAE’s first fully licensed and regulated online iGaming platform, marking a historic shift from offshore gambling to a tightly controlled digital gaming market. But only within selected emirates and under strict rules.
Curaçao's parliament approved the new Landsverordening op de Kansspelen (LOK). This is a major overhaul of the island's online-gambling regime. But does LOK deliver on its promise of stronger regulation and enhanced trust?
Italy has revamped its gambling licensing system with 52 newly rubber-stamped licenses coming into effect on November 14th. We examine the fallout and delve into the no more “skins” approach.
New analysis shows UK-licensed casinos are spending less on advertising. They are shifting the focus to safer gambling, while illegal operators ramp up unregulated online promotions.
Bingo is not for cigarette-smoking ladies with purple hair - 2026 sees it taking centre stage in a charity fraud scheme that results in a new entry on the FBI Most Wanted List.
Despite a tightly regulated market, almost half of the gambling revenue in the Netherlands is flowing to illegal and unlicensed casinos. Here’s how the KSA plans to tackle this growing problem.
Play971 has launched as the UAE’s first fully licensed and regulated online iGaming platform, marking a historic shift from offshore gambling to a tightly controlled digital gaming market. But only within selected emirates and under strict rules.
Curaçao's parliament approved the new Landsverordening op de Kansspelen (LOK). This is a major overhaul of the island's online-gambling regime. But does LOK deliver on its promise of stronger regulation and enhanced trust?
Italy has revamped its gambling licensing system with 52 newly rubber-stamped licenses coming into effect on November 14th. We examine the fallout and delve into the no more “skins” approach.
It took three courts to convince these operators of their wrongdoings, and three years later, the offenders must pay Spelinspektionen millions in Swedish Krona.
Two sports betting regulation measures for the Golden State are in for a vote in November despite some tribal and political opposition. Let’s delve into what the initiatives are all about and why some groups are against the measures.
To tighten the rope for regulatory offenders in the gaming sector, Western Australia legislators are revamping the state’s gaming laws. Other Australian states are also following suit to keep their gambling industries in line.
North Carolina’s dreams of entering the regulated mobile sports betting scene this year have been shattered following a narrow loss in the House. For now, locals will have to stick to retail sportsbooks or cross borders to experience mobile wagering.
In an incredible show of strength, the Australian Communications and Media Authority blocked eight online casinos, illegally offering games of chance to local players.
Macau is gearing up for tighter industry control in the final draft of its gambling regulation bill. The amended draft law proposes a 40% GGR tax on gaming, the highest across Asian markets – a final legislative approval vote is expected on June 21st.
As the June 30th deadline for banning gambling ads featuring sports stars and other celebrities in the Netherlands, the Ksa warns licensed operators not to test their resolve.
The UK Advertising Standards Authority pressured former British footballer Michael Owen to remove tweets promoting an unlicensed crypto casino. Soon the UK celeb might also have to remove NFT posts from the platform.
Despite increased online casino revenues and player channelling, Norsk Tipping faces pressure to increase safer gambling through mandatory breaks, reduced jackpots, and fewer casino games.
Ireland is working on its very first gambling regulation bill and the formation of an industry watchdog in a bid to deal with increasing problem gambling concerns effectively. The bill will also address questions of gambling advertising and sponsorships.
The Swedish Economic Crime Authority has responded to MGM Resorts’ concerns about insider trading by investigating Stockholm Nasdaq trading price increases.
Loot boxes continue to be a hot button issue in the EU. Spain is gearing up for official regulation of the items that come as in-game boosters and has launched a public consultation on the matter.
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