The government is facing increasing criticism due to Gibraltar’s continued placement on the grey list of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Gambling Commissioner Andrew Lyman emphasized that there is only one remaining significant action point, unrelated to the local gaming sector. Despite acknowledging progress, the FATF announced that the deadline for implementing the necessary […]
Germany’s GGL is currently embroiled in a legal controversy as operators contest specific elements of the nation’s gambling regulations. Germany’s GGL has encountered a significant number of lawsuits primarily concerning advertising and player protection provisions, as stated by the organization. However, recent rulings have reinforced the existing player protection measures, as confirmed by the regulatory […]
A number of charities in the UK have urged the government to ease the restrictions on charity lotteries, enabling them to generate more funds. The People’s Postcode Lottery has joined the chorus, advocating for reforms to eliminate what they deem as “pointless and outdated” limitations. Numerous charities are advocating for the removal of the £50 […]
After filing for bankruptcy, Tipster’s sports betting license has been revoked by Germany’s GGL. In April, Tipster gained attention when it was subjected to a large-scale police raid as part of a global investigation into illegal gambling, money laundering, and tax evasion. Upon conducting a regulatory inspection, the German gambling regulator determined that Tipster no […]
Kindred’s Ongoing Battle Against Norway’s Monopoly Gambling System Ends in Legal Victory for Lottstift. Norway’s gambling regulator, Lottstift, has reiterated its call for Kindred to cease its operations in the Norwegian market indefinitely. This comes after Lottstift secured a significant legal victory in its dispute against Trannel International, a subsidiary of the Swedish gambling operator. […]
Preparations are underway for the establishment of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) as autumn approaches. In light of this development, the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) has emphasized the critical importance of prioritizing the issue of problem gambling for the new Irish gambling regulator. With the GRAI set to become operational, the […]
Finland Set to Introduce Licensing for Online Casino and Sports Betting Finland’s government announces its intention to liberalize the country’s gambling industry and put an end to the gambling monopoly held by state operator Veikkaus. The move aims to establish a licensed gambling market by 2026 at the latest. Government’s Reform Agenda and Measures The […]
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has taken the decision to cancel the licence of MKC Limited due to its significant breaches of various regulations. MKC, based in Malta, operated the Betworld247 sports betting and casino site under its B2C gaming service licence. However, as a result of this regulatory action, the company is no longer […]
Kick.com, a streaming platform that garnered support from numerous pro-gambling advocates, has encountered a ban in Greece. The underlying reason for this action stems from the platform’s permissive approach to gambling, which has raised concerns within certain markets. Kick arose following alterations to Twitch’s gambling content guidelines, the streaming service owned by Amazon. Founded by […]
The DSWV, the German sports betting trade association, has expressed its approval of the growing number of self-excluded players in the country. The association attributes this increase to the enhanced player protection measures implemented by operators. DSWV Advocates Successful Player Protection Amid Expanded OASIS Integration The number of individuals enrolled in Germany’s OASIS system has […]