The Swedish Parliament is currently scrutinizing a significant new gambling bill that aims to bolster customer protections in the gambling sector. This bill, set to potentially take effect in April, introduces higher penalty fees for gambling operators that violate Sweden’s Money Laundering Act, aligning these penalties with those established under the Gambling Act. Sweden moves […]
Revolutionizing Curaçao’s Gambling Landscape: A New Era of Regulation Curaçao’s gambling sector stands at the brink of a historic transformation! The introduction of the National Ordinance for Games of Chance (LOK) in Parliament heralds a new dawn of regulated, credible gaming on the island. Picture a gambling landscape that is not only streamlined and regulated […]
Logico, a prominent trade association in Italy, has voiced significant concerns over the proposed online gambling reforms by the country’s Ministry for Economy and Finance (MEF). The association, while acknowledging the need for updated regulations, warns that the new measures could adversely affect market competition. Italy’s online gambling sector at a crossroads! Logico challenges proposed […]
The UK Gambling Commission has initiated a new series of consultations, delving into crucial aspects of gambling regulation in line with the UK government’s proposed reforms. This 13-week consultation seeks to refine the processes surrounding financial penalties and key event reporting in the gambling sector. The UK Gambling Commission embarks on vital consultations! Stakeholders are […]
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has announced a significant leadership change, appointing Charles Mizzi as its new chief executive, effective January 26. Mizzi steps into this pivotal role following the departure of the current CEO, Carl Brincat, who decided not to seek another term after replacing Heathcliff Farrugia in January 2021. Malta Gaming Authority ushers […]
The North Carolina Lottery Commission has taken a decisive step in shaping the state’s mobile sports betting landscape by approving a new set of rules, paving the way for a market launch by June 14. This move signals a significant advancement in North Carolina’s journey towards a fully regulated sports betting environment. North Carolina gears […]
René Jansen, chair of the Netherlands’ Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has provided insightful observations on the evolving landscape of the Dutch gambling market. As Jansen prepares to conclude his tenure at KSA in 2024, he reflects on the market’s maturation and the strategic shifts operators are making towards mergers and acquisitions to enhance their competitive standing. The […]
Vermont is poised to make a significant entry into the legal online sports betting arena, with Governor Phil Scott and Department of Liquor and Lottery Commissioner Wendy Knight announcing the state’s launch date of January 11, 2024. This development marks a major milestone in Vermont’s journey towards embracing the dynamic and rapidly growing US betting […]
Curaçao is set to transform its online gambling landscape with a reformed licensing process, as announced by Finance Minister Javier Silvania. The new system, under the National Ordinance for Games of Chance (LOK), will differentiate between B2B and B2C licenses, introducing a more nuanced and comprehensive regulatory framework. Curaçao takes a leap in online gambling […]
AGCOM, the Italian media and communications regulator, has levied substantial fines against tech giants Google and Twitch for violating Italy’s stringent ban on gambling ads. Google Ireland faces a €2.25 million penalty, while Twitch Interactive Germany is fined €900,000, marking a decisive action by AGCOM against breaches of the nation’s gambling advertising regulations. Major crackdown […]