The Victoria Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has imposed a hefty $100,000 fine for licence misinformation. Goulburn Valley Hotel in Shepparton provided false details during its poker machine licence application, violating state gambling laws. What does this mean for Victoria’s gambling industry? It signals a no-nonsense approach to maintaining integrity and compliance. Learn how […]
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has released its impactful 2023-24 report. With 88 disciplinary actions, over 1,600 audits, and 2,770 inspections, the VGCCC is raising the bar for gambling regulation. From hefty fines to transformative reforms, the VGCCC’s efforts aim to ensure a safer and more accountable gambling industry. Discover the commission’s […]
What happens when advertising guidelines evolve faster than compliance practices? Veikkaus, Finland’s state-owned gambling operator, is facing this challenge head-on after being fined €2.9 million by the Police Board for breaching gambling advertising regulations. A three-month advertising ban accompanies the fine, following incidents where Veikkaus’ ads appeared in programming accessible to minors. This development highlights […]
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 […]
Bet365 Faces Regulatory Scrutiny in New Jersey for Accepting Bets on Past Events Bet365’s reputation is once again under fire as the online sportsbook faces fines in New Jersey for violating state regulations. The gambling giant, which has been repeatedly fined in the U.S., finds itself at the center of controversy for accepting bets on […]
Svenska Spel Fined SEK 2M for Slot Machine Relocation Breach Amid Regulatory Changes In a surprising turn of events, Svenska Spel has been slapped with a SEK 2 million ($194,777) fine by the Swedish Gaming Authority for failing to comply with updated regulations on slot machine relocations. The fine reflects the operator’s failure to properly […]
Swedish Regulator Fines Kanon Gaming SEK 7 Million for Failing Duty of Care Picture a major gaming operator facing a hefty fine for not protecting its players adequately. Sweden’s gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen, has fined Kanon Gaming SEK 7 million for failing to meet duty of care standards. Learn how these regulatory actions aim to enforce […]
Massachusetts Regulator Levies Fine on Encore Boston Harbor for Sports Betting Violations As a gambling professional, staying compliant with regulations is paramount for operators in maintaining trust and integrity. Recently, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) imposed a substantial fine of $40,000 on Encore Boston Harbor for breaching sports betting guidelines. This penalty underscores the importance […]
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 […]
The penalty is imposed at a time when lotteries involving valuable items like cars or real estate are gaining popularity. The Hungarian Supervisory Authority for Regulated Activities (SZTFH), responsible for overseeing gambling operations, has announced the imposition of a substantial fine against an undisclosed individual for organizing an illegal real estate lottery. The individual, whose […]