France introduces a groundbreaking legislation proposal seeking to legalize the operation of online casinos

A bill is set to be deliberated by France’s National Assembly, potentially paving the way for the legalization of online casinos within the country. This week, Philippe Latombe from the Democratic Movement party presented bill 1248, which outlines plans to establish a regulated online casino market in France. At the heart of the bill is […]

Proposed Legislation in Malta Aims to Safeguard Operators Against Foreign Accountability

In response to certain businesses encountering legal actions related to their operations in Austria, legislators in the Maltese parliament have presented a bill (Bill 55) aimed at safeguarding licensed online gaming operators from foreign liability. The proposed legislation seeks to amend Malta’s gaming regulations by incorporating a provision that would prevent Maltese courts from granting […]

Sydney Court Imposes Fine on Unibet Operator for Unlawful Advertising

The Unibet operator, known as Betchoice, has been fined AU$60,000 (€36,462) by Sydney’s Downing Centre Local Court for engaging in illegal gambling advertising that targeted residents of New South Wales. Following an investigation by the New South Wales Liquor & Gaming authority, it was discovered that Betchoice had released advertisements enticing individuals to open betting […]

May 24, 2023

Australia Faces Potential $3 Billion Loss Due to Offshore Gambling

According to a recent report commissioned by Responsible Wagering Australia (RWA) and conducted by betting and gaming consultancy H2 Gambling Capital, Australians could suffer a staggering loss of nearly $3 billion in taxes due to illegal offshore gambling. The Australia Offshore Wagering Market Analysis 2023 report projected that between 2022 and 2027, illicit activities in […]

May 23, 2023

SkillOnNet has been charged £305,105 by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) to support social responsibility initiatives

SkillOnNet has been issued a “payment in lieu of a financial penalty” by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) amounting to £305,150 due to violations related to social responsibility and anti-money laundering measures. SkillOnNet, the operator of 50 websites, including white label arrangements such as gentingcasino.com, playtoro.com, and slotstars.com, has become the latest target of the […]

SlotMatrix has successfully obtained RGS ontent certification in Bulgaria

EveryMatrix’s B2B aggregator, SlotMatrix, has recently achieved certification for its casino content powered by the Random Number Generator (RGS) in Bulgaria. With this certification, SlotMatrix gains the ability to provide Bulgarian operators with a wide range of in-house and third-party studio games, including titles from esteemed developers like Armadillo Studios, Spearhead Studios, and other exclusive […]

UK Treasury Committee Suggests Treating Crypto Investment as Gambling

The House of Commons Treasury Committee in the UK has proposed treating retail investment in cryptocurrencies as a form of gambling. In its report examining the advantages of cryptoassets, their underlying technological value, and the risks associated with investing in them, the committee expresses its disapproval of the government’s intention to regulate cryptocurrencies as financial […]

May 23, 2023

Red Rake Gaming partners PokerStars to enter UK, Spain, Italy and Romania

After joining forces with PokerStars, Red Rake Gaming has expressed their enthusiasm for a commercial collaboration with one of the industry’s largest and most esteemed operators. Flutter Entertainment‘s brand, in collaboration with Red Rake Gaming, is gearing up to launch a diverse range of the digital gaming portfolio across multiple regulated markets, including the United […]

May 22, 2023

Eaton Gate Gaming faces ASA sanctions due to a violation in their Kwiff advertisement

Eaton Gate Gaming, an online gaming company, has received sanctions from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) in the UK for engaging in improper targeting with a gambling advertisement. The company promoted its Kwiff online gaming brand on the Portsmouth FC website within an article related to the Junior Blues, a club for young fans. The […]

Australia’s aim to decrease gambling ads while TikTok expand its pilot program

As efforts to tighten control on gambling advertisements persist in the country, TikTok continues to enjoy an exemption from these regulations. Australia’s decision-makers find themselves caught in a clash of ideals, struggling to reach a consensus. While there is a federal movement to implement a complete ban on gambling advertisements on TV, including extending the […]