Japan Cracks Down on Offshore Gambling: NPA Launches First Investigation In a bold move to curb the growing menace of illegal online gambling, Japan’s National Police Agency (NPA) has launched its first-ever investigation into offshore gambling websites. These platforms, which have been increasingly popular among Japanese youth, pose significant challenges in terms of regulation and […]
BOS Advocates for Private Land-Based Casinos in Sweden Amid Casino Cosmopol Closure In a significant development within Sweden’s gambling landscape, the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) has voiced its stance on the government’s proposal to close Casino Cosmopol in Stockholm. This move comes as part of broader constitutional amendments aimed at reshaping the […]
Concerns Rise Over Unlicensed Gambling in Czech Republic Amid Discrepancies in Official Data In recent developments within the Czech Republic’s gambling industry, serious concerns have been raised regarding the true extent of unlicensed gambling. The Institute for the Regulation of Gambling (IPRH), a prominent trade group, has highlighted significant discrepancies in government-provided data, urging for […]
MightyTips and M88 Expand Partnership to Target Global Betting Markets In a strategic move to broaden its influence across key international markets, MightyTips has expanded its partnership with M88. This collaboration is set to significantly enhance M88’s presence in several prominent English-speaking regions, including India, Canada, New Zealand, and Ireland. The alliance between these two […]
Finland’s Health and Welfare Institute Raises Alarms Over Proposed Online Gambling Market Reforms In a move that has sparked significant debate, Finland’s government is planning to open its online gambling market to competition by 2027, ending the longstanding monopoly held by Veikkaus. While this proposal is seen by some as a step towards modernizing the […]
Relax Gaming Unveils New Business Platform ‘Relax Vantage’ to Streamline iGaming Integrations In a significant move to enhance efficiency in the iGaming industry, Relax Gaming has officially launched its latest business platform, Relax Vantage. This innovative platform is designed to streamline the integration process for both operators and suppliers, offering a comprehensive suite of tools […]
Nebraska Senators Oppose Mobile Gambling Legalization Amid Rising Concerns In a significant development that could shape the future of gambling in Nebraska, 13 state senators have publicly voiced their opposition to the proposed legalization of mobile gambling. Their concerns center around the potential rise in gambling addiction and its impact on communities, echoing broader national […]
Spelinspektionen Calls for More Resources Amid Potential Casino Cosmopol Closure In a significant development for Sweden’s gambling landscape, Spelinspektionen, the Swedish gambling regulator, has raised concerns about the potential closure of the country’s last land-based casino, Casino Cosmopol. As the government considers closing the flagship venue in Stockholm, Spelinspektionen has warned that such a move […]
Bet365 Becomes Official Global Partner of UEFA Champions League In a landmark deal that underscores its commitment to sports sponsorship, bet365 has become the official global partner of the UEFA Champions League, one of the most prestigious and widely watched football competitions in the world. This three-year partnership, running from the 2024/25 season through to […]
Dutch Regulator Confirms Stringent New Technical Requirements for Gambling Operators In a move to enhance player protection and promote responsible gambling, the Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has officially confirmed the implementation of new technical requirements that will come into force on October 1. These stringent rules, part of the broader amendments to the Remote […]