Regulatory News

The latest operator data from the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) shows Britain's retail betting shops are in a state of terminal decline, irrespective of any

Liam O'Brien - 13 Nov 2025

The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has suspended 1,024 players across the country’s professional leagues for breaching regulations by betting on football

Liam O'Brien - 12 Nov 2025

Brazil's gambling regulator, the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA), has published new rules that will establish a centralised platform for bettors to

Liam O'Brien - 12 Nov 2025

A new study from Norway has provided quantitative evidence linking video game mechanics like loot boxes and skin betting to a higher prevalence of gambling

Liam O'Brien - 12 Nov 2025

A prominent UK bookmaker with strong ties to sports and politics is facing a serious UKGC investigation after a bizarre discovery in its regulatory filings.

Liam O'Brien - 11 Nov 2025

Nine Entertainment, a major Australia media firm, warns it will seek compensation if the Albanese government implements the Murphy report's gambling ad ban.

Liam O'Brien - 10 Nov 2025

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has publicly challenged new social media license requirements in Malaysia. The company warns

Liam O'Brien - 31 Oct 2025

In a landmark move for New Zealand gambling regulation, the government has introduced an amendment to its Online Casino Gambling Bill that will see proceeds

Liam O'Brien - 30 Oct 2025

Spelinspektionen, the Swedish Gambling Authority, has continued its enforcement campaign against illegal gambling by issuing a ban against Yomoly Ltd. The

Liam O'Brien - 29 Oct 2025

Reports suggest the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will adopt a limited licensing model for its forthcoming online gambling market. According to industry media

Liam O'Brien - 27 Oct 2025

UKGC intensifies black market disruption. Q4 sees record referrals & 214 site removals. Geo-blocking proving effective against illegal gambling operators in the UK.

Liam O'Brien - 24 Oct 2025

PAGCOR reports nearly 50% revenue drop after Philippines e-wallet gambling ban. Official warns illegal sites surge as players leave legal iGaming platforms.

Liam O'Brien - 23 Oct 2025

Repeat offender Platinum Gaming, operator of Unibet's uk.bingo.com, hit with £10m UKGC fine for serious AML and safer gambling failures. Mandatory audit ordered.

Liam O'Brien - 22 Oct 2025

Dutch regulator KSA offers partial gambling tax refunds to land-based operators for Covid-19 closure periods in 2020-21, following court ruling.

Liam O'Brien - 20 Oct 2025

The high stakes competition for a coveted downstate casino license in New York faced a significant shake up after MGM Resorts International unexpectedly

Liam O'Brien - 19 Oct 2025

The Government of Curacao has moved to quell confusion surrounding the oversight of its critical iGaming industry, issuing a formal statement clarifying that

Liam O'Brien - 19 Oct 2025

The ambitious overhaul of Curaçao gambling regulation has been thrown into complete disarray after Finance Minister Javier Silvania abruptly resigned his

Liam O'Brien - 17 Oct 2025

Gamzix, the Maltese game provider, has announced the extension of its partnership with the top-tier distribution platform Hub88. This renewed agreement allows

Liam O'Brien - 16 Oct 2025

Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has introduced a significant new piece of legislation, the Poker and Blackjack Gaming Authorisation Act of 2025, which

Liam O'Brien - 15 Oct 2025

The ambitious project to reform Curacao's gambling regulation has been thrown into a state of profound turmoil, following the mass resignation of the entire

Liam O'Brien - 13 Oct 2025