Business , EMEA , Finance , Legal
June 26, 2023

GGL Stands Firm in Defense of Player Protection Provisions Amidst Surge of Lawsuits by Operators

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 […]

Business , Latam & Carribean , Legal
June 26, 2023

Puerto Rico Senate Passes Amendments to Gaming Machine Law

Project 1593, aimed at amending the “Gaming Machines Law” to ensure retired Puerto Rico Police officers receive a minimum of 50 percent of their pensions, has been officially endorsed by the Senate. This measure had previously obtained approval from the House of Representatives in March. On January 12, Representative José Rivera Madera introduced a legislative […]

Asia , Business , Legal
June 26, 2023

Malaysia Cracks Down: 13 Arrested in Illegal Online Gambling Bust

In a recent development, 13 foreign nationals, including five women, were apprehended by the police in Kuala Lumpur. The arrests took place at two apartment units located in Jalan Kuchai Lama. The individuals are suspected of being involved in the management and promotion of gambling activities. As part of the operation, law enforcement seized five […]

Business , EMEA , Legal , Regulation
June 24, 2023

GGL Revokes Tipster’s Sports Betting License in Germany

After filing for bankruptcy, Tipster’s sports betting license has been revoked by Germany’s GGL.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 […]

Business , EMEA , iGaming , Legal
June 24, 2023

Norwegian Gambling Regulator Renews Order for Kindred to Cease Targeting the Country

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. […]

Business , iGaming , Latam & Carribean , Legal
June 24, 2023

Blaze.com Dismisses Allegations by Brazilian YouTuber, Welcomes Curaçao’s Investigation

Curaçao-based Online Platform Refutes Wrongdoing and Supports Finance Minister’s Inquiry Curaçao’s finance minister, Javier Silvania, initiated an investigation into Prolific Trade NV, the company operating Blaze.com, based on reported abuses. Trust service provider Emoore NV is responsible for managing Blaze.com. Media allegations and YouTuber’s claims Blaze.com faced scrutiny in Brazil over allegations of money laundering, […]

Business , EMEA , iGaming , Legal , Regulation
June 21, 2023

MGA Revokes Licence of MKC Limited

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 […]

Business , iGaming , Legal , North America , Sports Betting
June 21, 2023

AGCO Imposes Penalties on BetVictor and Fitzdares for Sports Betting Violations

Penalties have been imposed by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) on BV Gaming, operator of BetVictor, and Fitzdares Canada for their involvement in providing prohibited bets on major junior hockey. Operators BV Gaming and Fitzdares Canada fined for prohibited bets on Canadian Hockey League The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) […]

Business , EMEA , iGaming , Legal , Sports Betting
June 21, 2023

Greece Enforces Ban on Streaming Platform Kick Due to Gambling-Related Content

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 […]