Swedish Regulator Gains Powers to Enforce Action Plans on Excessive Gambling Safeguards Sweden’s gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen, has been granted new powers by the Swedish government to intervene directly in cases of excessive online gambling. This strategic move aims to strengthen the country’s regulatory framework, ensuring that gambling operators uphold their duty of care to customers. […]
Svenska Spel Faces SEK100 Million Fine: A Wake-Up Call for Responsible Gambling In an unprecedented move, the Swedish Gambling Authority (SGA) has imposed a hefty SEK100 million (€8.7 million) fine on the state-owned operator Svenska Spel, spotlighting significant failings in its responsible gambling practices. This decision follows an in-depth audit revealing that Svenska Spel fell […]
A Bold Move Towards Responsible Gambling in the Netherlands In a pivotal moment for Dutch online gambling, the ChristianUnie party has put forth a proposal that could dramatically alter the landscape of digital betting in the Netherlands. Spearheaded by party leader Mirjam Bikker, the initiative seeks to introduce a “universal loss limit” across all online […]
Battling Brand Deception: France’s Vigilant Fight Against Illegal Gambling Operators In a decisive move to safeguard players and preserve market integrity, France’s gambling watchdog, l’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has raised the alarm over illegal gambling entities exploiting licensed brands to ensnare unsuspecting gamblers. With an astute eye on social media platforms, the ANJ has […]