The Dutch Gaming Authority (KSA) has taken decisive action against BlockDance BV, imposing a substantial penalty for offering unlicensed gambling services in the Netherlands. Operating through bc.game and bcgame.lu, BlockDance faces a potential fine of up to €840,000 if it fails to comply with Dutch gambling regulations. KSA Fines BlockDance BV for Unlicensed Gambling via […]
Galaxsys has taken a major step in expanding its global footprint by partnering with SOFTSWISS, a leading gaming platform. The collaboration will bring Galaxsys’ diverse portfolio, including popular games like plinko, crash, and bingo, to new audiences, offering exciting opportunities for both companies in key international markets. Galaxsys Partners with SOFTSWISS to Expand Global Gaming […]
While Flutter Entertainment has long advocated for gambling regulation in Ireland, the company remains concerned about the potential unintended consequences of the newly passed Gambling Regulation Bill. As Ireland’s most significant update to its gambling laws since 1956, the bill introduces measures that could impact the future of horse racing and drive more players to […]
Kela, the Social Insurance Institution of Finland, has introduced new guidelines to address net winnings from gambling when calculating social assistance. The aim is to ensure that vulnerable individuals aren’t put into financial difficulty due to the way gambling winnings have been treated in the past. With 5% of social assistance recipients using these funds […]
As Brazil’s regulated online gambling market prepares for its January 1 launch, the Brazilian Senate has taken a proactive step by approving a Parliamentary Inquiry Commission (CPI) to investigate the financial impacts of online gambling on Brazilian families. With 30 senators backing the proposal, this inquiry will delve into the potential consequences of gambling on […]
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has taken decisive action against illegal offshore gambling websites, requesting internet service providers to block platforms such as Lucky Block and Rooli. As part of its ongoing effort to safeguard Australian consumers, the ACMA has now blocked 1,059 illegal websites since 2019, warning of the significant financial risks […]
NorthStar Gaming has been fined $30,000 by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) for failing to ensure that its NorthStarBets.ca platform was only accessible to players within Ontario. This breach highlights the critical importance of compliance within Ontario’s tightly regulated iGaming market. AGCO Fines NorthStar Gaming $30,000 for Failing to Restrict Access to […]
The Netherlands House of Representatives has voted in favor of imposing stricter age verification procedures for online gambling. The motion, proposed by Christian Union representative Don Ceder, calls for privacy-friendly and reliable controls to protect minors from accessing gambling and pornographic websites, as the country aims to strengthen regulations in the wake of perceived failures […]
The Ukrainian Gambling Council (UGC) is calling on Google to lift its ban on ads from licensed gambling operators, warning that the tech giant’s blanket ad restrictions are unintentionally fueling the illegal gambling market. By allowing unlicensed operators to exploit these restrictions while preventing legitimate businesses from advertising, the UGC says the country’s regulated gambling […]
Abios has partnered with Svenska Spel to deliver a full range of esoccer products, giving players access to over 12,000 matches each month. As esports continues to grow in popularity, this partnership promises to elevate the user experience for Swedish bettors, providing real-time odds, streams, and widgets powered by official data from rights holders. Abios […]