The Unibet operator, known as Betchoice, has been fined AU$60,000 (€36,462) by Sydney’s Downing Centre Local Court for engaging in illegal gambling advertising that targeted residents of New South Wales. Following an investigation by the New South Wales Liquor & Gaming authority, it was discovered that Betchoice had released advertisements enticing individuals to open betting […]
Brazil’s Federal Government is charting a new course for the fixed-odds sports betting industry, characterized by stringent regulations, a fair taxation model, and a strong emphasis on social contributions. As the country moves towards implementing these measures, the landscape of sports betting in Brazil is poised for transformation, promising enhanced transparency, player protection, and significant […]
The approval of gambling legislation will now be postponed until the next legislative session. The legislative session in Minnesota concluded without the sports wagering legalization proposal being brought to a vote. Minnesota will not see the legalization of sports betting this year as the legislative session concluded without addressing HF 2000. Despite making progress earlier […]
The House of Commons Treasury Committee in the UK has proposed treating retail investment in cryptocurrencies as a form of gambling. In its report examining the advantages of cryptoassets, their underlying technological value, and the risks associated with investing in them, the committee expresses its disapproval of the government’s intention to regulate cryptocurrencies as financial […]
The latest annual survey on the state of the online gambling market in the Netherlands revealed signs of market maturation. However, there has been only minimal improvement in public recognition of the legal market. The number of gamblers is on the rise, while the percentage of problem gamblers remains steady The latest edition of the […]
Eaton Gate Gaming, an online gaming company, has received sanctions from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) in the UK for engaging in improper targeting with a gambling advertisement. The company promoted its Kwiff online gaming brand on the Portsmouth FC website within an article related to the Junior Blues, a club for young fans. The […]
As efforts to tighten control on gambling advertisements persist in the country, TikTok continues to enjoy an exemption from these regulations. Australia’s decision-makers find themselves caught in a clash of ideals, struggling to reach a consensus. While there is a federal movement to implement a complete ban on gambling advertisements on TV, including extending the […]
New York State Senator Jessica Ramos, a Democrat who represents the neighboring communities of the ballpark, has stated to the New York Post that she will not introduce a bill to change the current parkland designation of the land desired by Cohen for his proposed entertainment complex, which may potentially include a gaming venue. The […]
Sarah Gardner, the deputy chief executive of the British Gambling Commission, announced that the outcomes of certain consultations on the regulator’s gambling white paper will be made public this summer. Speaking at the Lotteries Council Annual Conference, Gardner emphasized the importance of ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in the commission’s consultations regarding Licence Conditions and Codes […]
Since its establishment in 2019, StopSpillet has received close to 2,500 calls. Recently, Spillemyndigheden has shared data from its helpline, StopSpillet. New data on problem gambling has been released by the Danish gambling regulator, Spillemyndigheden, obtained through its national helpline, StopSpillet. According to the data, a significant majority (88%) of individuals facing gambling-related issues placed […]