Brazil to Suspend Unauthorized Betting Companies from October Ahead of Market Regulation Brazil’s betting landscape is on the brink of a major transformation, with new regulations set to reshape the industry. The Prizes and Betting Secretariat (SPA) has announced strict measures to curb unauthorized betting operations starting this October. Discover how these changes will impact […]
Irish Gambling Reforms Urged to Shield Children from Harmful Advertising The growing visibility of gambling ads in Ireland raises serious concerns about children’s exposure to risky messages. As the Irish government navigates reforms, new research highlights the urgent need to limit gambling marketing aimed at minors. Discover why experts are calling for tighter controls and […]
PG Soft and Aardvark Technologies Team Up to Expand iGaming Presence in South Africa and Beyond The iGaming landscape is rapidly evolving, and industry leaders are racing to capitalize on emerging markets. In a strategic move, PG Soft has partnered with Aardvark Technologies to expand their influence in South Africa and beyond. This collaboration aims […]
UK Gambling Industry Celebrates Dame Caroline Dinenage’s Re-election as DCMS Committee Chair The UK gambling sector is set for continued leadership as Dame Caroline Dinenage returns as chair of the DCMS Committee. With her re-election, industry stakeholders see renewed hope for balanced and effective oversight of gambling policy. Discover why the Betting and Gaming Council […]
Dutch Gambling Regulation: Could the KSA Gain More Powers to Block Unlicensed Sites? Imagine a regulated gambling market where unlicensed operators can no longer evade control. The Netherlands is on the brink of significant gambling reform, and the Dutch regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) might soon wield greater authority. With new powers to block illegal gambling sites, […]
UK Gambling Commission Calls for Wider Industry Participation in GamProtect to Enhance Player Protection The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has called on gambling operators to join forces in enhancing player safety by adopting GamProtect, a new data-sharing tool designed to identify and protect at-risk gamblers. Launched in collaboration with the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), […]
French Competition Regulator Mandates Brand Separation in FDJ’s €2.45bn Acquisition of Kindred Group The French competition regulator has intervened in the acquisition of Kindred Group by La Française des Jeux (FDJ), demanding strict conditions to safeguard market competition. As FDJ moves forward with its €2.45 billion bid to acquire Kindred, France’s competition watchdog, the Autorité […]
PAGCOR Chairman Tengco Rules Out Return of Regulated e-Sabong Amid Social and Legal Concerns PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro Tengco has unequivocally stated that there are no plans to reintroduce regulated e-sabong (online cockfighting) in the Philippines. Amid discussions on potential revenue sources following the ban on offshore gaming operators, Tengco emphasized that e-sabong is not on […]
Kazakhstan Establishes Gambling Regulation Committee Amid Industry Concerns Over Centralized Control Kazakhstan’s gambling industry is facing sweeping changes. The country’s Tourism and Sports Ministry has formed a new committee dedicated to regulating the gambling sector, raising both hopes and concerns. This committee aims to tighten control and ensure compliance, but critics warn of potential overreach […]
Star Entertainment Faces Major Sanctions Over Second Bell Report Findings Star Entertainment Group is once again under the regulatory spotlight, facing severe penalties that could reshape the future of its operations. Following the scathing findings of the second Bell Report, the New South Wales Independent Casino Commission (NICC) has issued a stark warning that could […]