Bulgaria’s Gambling Legislation Reform Stalls in Parliament A Legislative Limbo: Bulgaria’s Failed Attempt at Gambling Reform In a surprising turn of events, Bulgaria’s parliament sees proposed gambling reforms fall flat, leaving the industry in a state of uncertainty. Among the reforms was a controversial blanket ban on gambling advertising, a bold move aiming to reshape […]
The Dutch Clampdown: Navigating the Impending Sponsorship Ban in the Gambling Sector As the clock ticks towards a tighter regulatory regime, the Netherlands’ gambling landscape is poised for a significant overhaul. With the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) leading the charge, online casinos find themselves at a critical juncture, necessitating a deep dive into existing commercial sponsorships ahead […]
The Tipping Point in Germany’s Gambling Landscape In 2023, Germany’s sports betting sector faced a pivotal challenge. The German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) raised the alarm over the burgeoning black market, which now captures about 50% of all online gambling activity in the country. This surge comes at the cost of licensed operators, who witnessed […]
AGCOM, the Italian media and communications regulator, has levied substantial fines against tech giants Google and Twitch for violating Italy’s stringent ban on gambling ads. Google Ireland faces a €2.25 million penalty, while Twitch Interactive Germany is fined €900,000, marking a decisive action by AGCOM against breaches of the nation’s gambling advertising regulations. Major crackdown […]
In a pivotal decision, the Spanish Constitutional Court has delivered a unanimous verdict, upholding the nation’s stringent gambling advertising ban. This legal battle saw the online gambling trade body, Jdigital, locking horns with the government over the constitutionality of Spain’s Royal Decree on Advertising, which introduced sweeping restrictions on gambling ads. As the court resoundingly […]
In a monumental move to strengthen responsible gambling, Belgium’s Federal Council of Ministers has greenlit new restrictions on land-based gambling. With immediate effect, every slot machine across retail, leisure, and hospitality sectors in Brussels, Wallonia, and Flanders will implement mandatory electronic ID verification checks. This swift decision comes as the council identified existing regulations to […]