BetMGM Warned by Dutch Regulator Over Marketing Featuring FC Barcelona Star
The Dutch gaming authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has issued a warning to BetMGM for violating advertising laws. This action follows the appearance of an
Liam O'Brien - 4 Jun 2025
VGW’s Billionaire Founder Bids for Full Control Amidst Shareholder Tensions, Regulatory Scrutiny
Laurence Escalante, the billionaire founder of gaming giant VGW, has set out his intentions to take total control of the company through an offer to minority
Liam O'Brien - 4 Jun 2025
Japan's Lower House Approves Bill to Ban Online Casinos, Tighten Controls
Japan’s House of Representatives has approved a legislative revision aimed at significantly tightening controls on illegal online gambling. The lower chamber
Liam O'Brien - 4 Jun 2025
Swedish iGaming Market Ripe for Innovation Post-Maturity
The Swedish iGaming market, now largely mature and operating under stringent regulation, presents unique opportunities for innovation, with online casino
Liam O'Brien - 3 Jun 2025
Wynn Las Vegas Fined $5.5M by NGC for AML Violations, 'Body Blow' to Reputation
The Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) has approved a $5.5 million fine against Wynn Las Vegas for anti-money laundering (AML)-related violations involving
Liam O'Brien - 23 May 2025
MGM Advises Thailand: Keep Casino Taxes Low, Allow Locals to Gamble for Investment
As Thailand considers legalising casino resorts, MGM Resorts International, a major US gaming giant, is advising lawmakers on key conditions for its potential
Liam O'Brien - 23 May 2025
New Lawsuit Emerges Against Entain Amidst Ongoing Challenges
Entain, the multinational betting group behind brands like Ladbrokes and Coral, is reportedly facing a new legal challenge from a consortium of heavyweight
Liam O'Brien - 21 May 2025
PAGCOR Issues Stark Warning Against Fraudulent Offshore Gaming Licenses
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has issued a severe warning to the public regarding fraudulent offers being made by operators
Liam O'Brien - 20 May 2025
IGT Confident in Retaining Italy Lottery License After Technical, Economic Bids Opened
International Game Technology (IGT) is expressing confidence in securing the highly prestigious Lotto Italia concession for another term. This development
Liam O'Brien - 19 May 2025
Gambling Commission Issues £2 Million Fine to Spreadex for AML, Social Responsibility Breaches
Britain's Gambling Commission has imposed a significant £2.0 million (approximately $2.6 million) fine on Spreadex after determining that the operator
Liam O'Brien - 15 May 2025
Swedish Gambling Authority Bans Three Unlicensed Operators, Launches Compliance Review
The Swedish Gambling Authority (Spelinspektionen) has recently taken action against three unlicensed gambling operators for illegally targeting consumers in
Liam O'Brien - 15 May 2025
IGT Reports Q1 Revenue Hit, Remains Upbeat on Italy Lottery License as Decision Looms
International Game Technology (IGT) has reported a decline in revenue for the first quarter of 2025. Despite this financial hit, the company remains
Liam O'Brien - 15 May 2025
Dutch Government Confirms Nederlandse Loterij and Holland Casino Will Not Be Privatised
The Dutch government has announced its decision to maintain state control over the country's national lottery, Nederlandse Loterij, and the land-based casino
Liam O'Brien - 14 May 2025
New Zealand iGaming Market Poised for Growth Under New 2026 Regulation, Delasport Report Suggests
New Zealand's iGaming sector stands at the threshold of a pivotal transformation. With regulatory reforms underway and significant market expansion on the
Liam O'Brien - 14 May 2025
Macau Appoints First Woman Regulatory Chief of DICJ
In a significant historical appointment, Macau has named Ng Wai Han as the new director of the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ). Her
Liam O'Brien - 12 May 2025
UK Parliament Committee Urges Review of Gambling Act and Harm Frameworks
A key committee within the UK Parliament has written to the Labour Government, urging a comprehensive reevaluation of the regulatory frameworks designed to
Liam O'Brien - 12 May 2025
Finland Takes the Plunge into Licensed iGaming, But Are the Regulatory Waters Warm?
Finland's long-anticipated transition to a fully regulated iGaming market is finally beginning to take concrete shape. After decades operating under a state
Liam O'Brien - 12 May 2025
Kenya’s Gambling Advertising Ban: A New Era for Affiliates or the Beginning of the End?
Following a period of relative quiet regarding gambling advertising restrictions globally, the silence was broken last week (early May 2025) in Kenya. The
Liam O'Brien - 12 May 2025
South Africa Elevates Focus on Gambling Marketing Regulation with Planned New Policy Council
Regulatory bodies in South Africa are set to increase their focus on gambling marketing and advertising practices following a directive to establish a new
Liam O'Brien - 12 May 2025
UAE Regulator GCGRA Awards New Vendor Licences, National Lottery Operator Partners for Geolocation
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is continuing to build the operational framework for its burgeoning regulated gaming market. The General Commercial Gaming
Liam O'Brien - 12 May 2025