Entain’s Strategic Foray into Free-to-Air Television: A Game-Changer for Australian Racing Entain, a global leader in sports betting and gaming, is set to redefine the Australian broadcasting landscape. Reports from the Australian Financial Review reveal that Entain has been in discussions with top commercial networks, including Seven, Nine, and Ten, exploring opportunities to launch a […]
Belgium’s Tightening Grip on Gambling: A Controversial Leap Belgium is on the verge of implementing one of the most stringent gambling legislations in Western Europe. Spearheaded by Green MP Stefaan Van Hecke, a bill approved by the Chamber of Representatives aims to drastically reshape the Belgian gambling landscape. The legislation proposes an increase in the […]
In a move to regulate the activities of gambling influencers, the government of Paraíba, Brazil, has enacted a law that restricts influencers residing in the state from promoting online casino games hosted on foreign platforms. This initiative, which comes amid legal disputes concerning slot machines like the “tigrinho game,” prohibits influencers from advertising these foreign […]
SportChamps Faces Hefty Fine for Repeated Inducements to Gamble Online betting operator SportChamps finds itself in hot water once again, facing a substantial fine of $17,500 for inducing individuals to gamble and open betting accounts. The charges come on the heels of five prior convictions for similar offenses, highlighting a pattern of disregard for regulatory […]
The rising concern over gambling’s impact on young people has prompted Jamaica to take decisive regulatory action. The Betting, Gaming and Lotteries Commission (BGLC) has introduced new advertising standards to create a more responsible gambling environment. These regulations will protect vulnerable populations, focusing on shielding youth from the potentially harmful influence of gambling ads. Effective […]
Colombia’s prime gambling regulator, Coljuegos, has shed light on its ambitious strategy to oversee gambling promotions across the nation. The agency has recently drafted a resolution, aiming to take charge of all aspects of gambling advertisements, encompassing marketing, sponsorships, and various commercial communications. This draft resolution, pending approval from the Congress, presents comprehensive guidelines for […]
In anticipation of the forthcoming regulation of sports betting in Brazil, Deputy Ricardo Ayres from the state of Tocantins has introduced a new bill in the National Congress advocating for more rigorous controls on gambling advertising. Bill 3915/2023 aims to refine Provisional Measure No. 1182 by prohibiting promotional and advertising activities of casino betting brands […]