Kentucky Sports Betting to See New Regulatory Changes Despite Governor’s Veto A New Dawn for Kentucky’s Gambling Regulation—In a decisive move, Kentucky‘s Republican-controlled legislature has successfully overridden Governor Andy Beshear‘s veto of Senate Bill 299, paving the way for significant changes in the regulatory landscape of sports betting in the state. This legislation introduces an […]
Dutch Gambling Operators Challenge Proposed Ban on Online Slots and Advertising A Controversial Shift in Gambling Regulation—The Netherlands Online Gambling Association (NOGA) has vehemently criticized recent motions passed by Dutch MPs that propose sweeping bans on online slots and all forms of online gambling advertising. Labeling the decision as “thoughtless and irresponsible,” NOGA warns of […]
KSA to Implement Updated Responsible Gaming Policy in June 2024: A New Era for Player Protection Strengthening Safeguards in Online Gambling—The Dutch Gaming Authority (KSA) has announced a pivotal update to its Responsible Gaming Policy Rules, now set to be published on 3 June 2024. Originally scheduled for May, this delay reflects the KSA’s commitment […]
Denmark’s ROFUS Hits 50,000 Registrations: A Milestone in Gambling Self-Exclusion A Landmark Achievement in Responsible Gambling—Denmark’s self-exclusion registry, ROFUS (Register of Self-Excluded Players), has reached a groundbreaking milestone by registering 50,000 individuals, a testament to the country’s commitment to combating gambling addiction. Managed by Spillemyndigheden, the Danish Gambling Authority, ROFUS provides a robust mechanism for […]
Puerto Rico Senate Blocks New Regulations for Slot Route Gaming Machines A Legislative Standoff Over Gambling Regulations—In a significant legislative move, the Senate of Puerto Rico has recently rejected a proposed regulation for slot route gaming machines, marking a pivotal moment in the governance of the island’s gambling sector. This rejection reflects deep concerns within […]
Euro 2024 Advertising: ASA Cracks Down on Gambling Ads Targeting Minors A Preemptive Strike for Ethical Advertising—As the anticipation for Euro 2024 builds, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued a stern warning to gambling operators in the UK: tighten your advertising strategies and ensure compliance with the CAP Code to avoid targeting minors. This […]
Navigating the High Stakes: Ireland’s Path to Gambling Regulation and the Cost of Delays A Crucial Transition in Irish Gambling Oversight—As Ireland stands on the cusp of implementing comprehensive gambling legislation, the formation of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland has sparked significant public and political interest. Despite not yet being operational, this new body […]
Redefining Harm: The New Gambling Survey for Great Britain Capturing the Nuances of Gambling Impact in the UK—The Gambling Commission is set to launch a groundbreaking Gambling Survey for Great Britain, promising a transformative approach to measuring gambling-related harm. Spearheaded by Laura Balla, the Head of Research, this new methodology is designed not merely to […]
Advancing the Science of Gambling: Insights from GGL’s 20th Gambling Symposium Discover the cutting-edge of gambling regulation and research at Germany’s 20th Symposium on Gambling. Hosted by the University of Hohenheim and featuring prominent presentations by the German gambling authority, Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), this landmark event cast a spotlight on the evolving landscape […]
France’s ANJ Reports Advances in Combating Problem Gambling Amid Calls for Further Action France’s gambling regulator, L’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has recently highlighted the “significant progress” made in problem gambling prevention across the country. Following a mandate from a 2019 ordinance, all French operators are required to submit an annual action plan aimed at […]