Dutch Court Orders Flutter and Entain to Refund Players for Grey Market Losses A Pioneering Verdict in Online Gambling—In a decisive legal development, the Overijssel District Court in the Netherlands has issued a groundbreaking ruling that compels Flutter Entertainment and Entain, two titans of the gambling industry, to return substantial sums lost by players during […]
Romania Introduces Stringent Gambling Regulations, Impacting Rural Towns In a groundbreaking move, Romania’s gambling landscape faces substantial reform with the introduction of “Legea Păcănelelor” (The Pannel Law). Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu, heralding from the PSD-&-PNL coalition government, has successfully led the charge to implement a ban on gambling establishments in towns with less than 15,000 […]
Germany’s BGH to Deliberate on Reimbursing Players for Unregulated Gambling Losses The Federal Court of Justice of Germany (BGH) is poised to conduct a pivotal hearing on 2 May, focusing on the controversial topic of reimbursing players for losses accrued through gambling with unlicensed operators. This legal deliberation could mark a watershed moment in Germany’s […]
Tightening the Reins: Denmark’s Crackdown on AML Failures in Online Gambling The Danish Gambling Authority’s (DGA) recent action against SkillOnNet marks a pivotal moment in the regulatory oversight of online gambling. By issuing three injunctions and two indictments, the DGA sends a clear message: adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) procedures is not optional. This move […]
The Battle for Fantasy: California’s DFS Dilemma and WagerWire’s Defiant Stand Fantasy sports enthusiasts and bettors in California face a pivotal moment. WagerWire, a prominent player in the sports betting marketplace, has stepped into the legal fray to defend Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS). With California’s legal investigation threatening the future of DFS, WagerWire’s bold stance […]
Montenegro’s Gambling Payment Reform: A Clash Between Tradition and Innovation In the scenic heart of the Balkans, a storm brews in the world of gambling. Montenegro’s bold move to ban electronic payments in gambling faces fierce opposition. Stakeholders unite, challenging the amendments as a threat to progress and prosperity. Delve into this unfolding drama where […]
Yuri Guerra Padilla Takes Helm at Peru’s Gambling Regulator: What’s Next? Yuri Guerra Padilla assumes the prestigious role of president of Peru’s gambling regulator, the Dirección General de Juegos de Casino y Máquinas Tragamonedas (DGJCMT). In a seismic shift within Peru’s regulatory landscape, Padilla’s appointment heralds a new era of governance and oversight in the […]
Pioneering the Future: Regulating the Game Sydney 2024’s Stellar MC Lineup A Groundbreaking Event for Gambling Industry Experts Regulating the Game Sydney 2024 stands as a pivotal event, set to shape the future of the gambling industry. The conference, poised to be a hub of innovation and discussion, proudly announces its esteemed lineup of Guest […]
Postponement in the Cards: North Carolina’s Legal Sports Betting Launch Pushed Beyond January The eagerly awaited launch of legal sports betting in North Carolina, initially slated for January 8, is now set to be postponed, as indicated by the North Carolina Lottery Commission. Following Governor Roy Cooper’s legalization of sports betting in June, the state […]
With a unanimous vote of 105 in favor and none against, the National Congress of Peru has successfully passed amendments to its Gambling Law 2022, effectively closing a series of loopholes. The Gambling Law in Peru is pending the signature of President Dina Boluarte. The recent amendments, which include a revision to article 40, aim […]