Netherlands’ Regulatory Body Urges Enhanced Authority in Tackling Illicit Organizations

The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) Appeals for Strengthened Legal Framework, Simplified Procedures, and Expanded Access to Vital Identity Data. In an effort to ensure a fair and transparent gambling market, the KSA is focused on enhancing its technical capabilities. While the regulator has achieved notable success, it has identified various legal loopholes that hinder its maximum effectiveness. […]

Call from Expert Urges Examination of Gambling and Betting Advertisements in Canada

In the midst of the continuous growth of sports betting in North America, an expert advocates for the careful examination of gambling and betting advertisements in Canada. Amidst a five-year surge in the sports betting market across North America, the repeal of PASPA in the US has led to widespread expansion, offering millions of Americans […]

June 5, 2023

Bingoal Faces €400K Fine from KSA for Advertising Messages Targeting Young Adults

Bingoal Argues that Sanction Violates Principle of Legal Certainty Due to Ambiguous Regulation Wording. Bingoal Receives €400,000 ($428,000) Fine from Dutch Gaming Regulator for Targeting Young Adults with Advertising Messages. Targeting the Young Adult Demographic In the latest enforcement action, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has issued a significant financial penalty to Bingoal. This marks the fifth […]

June 5, 2023

LeoVegas Group Broadens its Reach with Acquisition of Three New Software Licenses in Sweden

The addition of these new licenses is expected to bolster the company’s B2B initiatives, potentially mitigating the underwhelming Q1 performance. LeoVegas achieves a significant milestone by procuring three licenses to offer gaming software in Sweden, establishing a strong base for the company’s ongoing expansion in the region. The approval from the stringent Swedish Gambling Authority […]

June 3, 2023

Norsk Tipping implemented a loss limit for players aged 20 and below

Norsk Tipping has recently introduced revised loss limits specifically targeting players who are under the age of 20. This move has garnered positive feedback from a crowd of individuals, showing their approval with thumbs-up gestures. In the previous month, the government-operated gambling operator in Norway revealed that it had generated nearly $24 million for charitable […]

June 3, 2023

New Zealand unveils updated harm minimization regulations for Electronic Gaming Machines (EGMs)

New Zealand’s government has recently unveiled reforms regarding the requirements for venues housing electronic gambling machines. These changes will be implemented in three distinct phases over a span of six months, allowing ample time for the sector to conduct staff training and incorporate the necessary adjustments. Beginning June 15, New Zealand will introduce three new […]

June 2, 2023

The French Regulatory Authority Implements Ban on the Use of Athletes in Gambling Advertisements

The Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), the French gambling regulator, has recently released updated guidelines regarding gambling advertising. These new regulations introduce a ban on the involvement of active athletes and referees in gambling campaigns and partnerships with betting companies. The aim of these guidelines is to address concerns regarding the potential influence of sports […]

The amendments to the gambling law have been successfully passed by the Peruvian Congress

With a unanimous vote of 105 in favor and none against, the National Congress of Peru has successfully passed amendments to its Gambling Law 2022, effectively closing a series of loopholes. The Gambling Law in Peru is pending the signature of President Dina Boluarte. The recent amendments, which include a revision to article 40, aim […]