The Ministry of Finance in Italy is poised to dramatically revise the nation’s online gambling legislation, aiming for more stringent controls and higher concession costs. In a groundbreaking move, Italy’s Ministry of Finance is on the brink of publishing a preliminary decree that outlines considerable changes to the nation’s online gambling legislation. Marking the first […]
Brazil is swiftly advancing towards the legalisation of sports betting, with a crucial deadline fast approaching. Gambling operators aiming for a foothold in Brazil’s burgeoning sports betting scene have until the end of November to express their interest. The Brazil Ministry of Finance has released comprehensive guidelines on sports betting, encompassing the licensing procedure, responsible […]
Norway, with its picturesque landscapes, rich cultural tapestry, and progressive policies, also boasts a unique gambling culture deeply rooted in its heritage. Stemming from a mix of historical narratives, legislative parameters, and cultural ethos, the Norwegian approach to gambling is notably distinct. Venture into the captivating realm of Norske Spilere Sider, as we explore its […]
Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has once more stressed the need for the Philippines to accelerate the adoption of its action plan concerning anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-financing of terrorism (CFT). The Philippines found its name on the FATF grey list in June 2021 due to an evaluation by the Asia-Pacific Group on Money Laundering […]
Grupo Caliente’s digital gambling arm, Caliplay, has initiated legal proceedings seeking to terminate its association with supplier Playtech. Both firms jointly run Caliente.MX, but they are currently at odds over the option to redeem an extra service fee. Mexican Courts have acknowledged jurisdiction for Caliplay’s claim. The court’s interim order has urged Playtech to persist […]
The Philippines.- In light of recent events, Senate majority leader Joel Villanueva has pressed President Marcos Jr. to put an immediate halt to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). This comes on the heels of a police operation in Pasay City, where an unlicensed gaming facility was discovered to have potential ties to sex trafficking incidents. […]
Germany’s gambling watchdog, GGL, remains victorious as Red Rhino fails to win its appeal against a €50,000 fine. The penalty was imposed last month for the operator’s involvement in delivering online gambling services without an appropriate German license. Though Red Rhino had dismantled its German-targeted website, Platincasino.de, it continued to cater to German customers through […]
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Netherlands’ authoritative body for gambling, has handed down hefty penalties to two operators, MKC Limited and GoldWin, for offering unauthorized gambling services within the Dutch jurisdiction. GoldWin faced a substantial fine of €6.7m, prompted by the discovery that Dutch gamblers had unobstructed access to the Malta-situated operator’s domain, Westcasino.com. Upon investigating […]
The Hellenic Gaming Commission has expressed growing concerns over the infiltration of unlicensed gambling, stressing the need for a more cohesive strategy against these illegal operations. At the 27th Economist Conference on Online Gaming, the commission’s president, Dimitris Dzanatos, underscored the detrimental effects of such unauthorized activities on the Greek gambling market. He pinpointed them […]
In a decisive move, Brazil’s Ministry of Finance released Ordinance No. 1330 recently, laying down a comprehensive framework of requirements for prospective sports betting operators. This initiative comes as Brazil readies itself for the inception of a fully regulated betting market. Companies keen on tapping into this burgeoning market are now given a 30-day timeframe […]