The Netherlands, having regulated online gambling since 2021, is set to introduce stricter regulations in the sector by late 2024. Dutch Minister for Legal Protection Franc Weerwind has announced proposed changes aimed at enhancing player protection and responsible gambling practices. The Dutch online gambling landscape braces for a major overhaul! New, stringent rules are on […]
The Swedish Parliament is currently scrutinizing a significant new gambling bill that aims to bolster customer protections in the gambling sector. This bill, set to potentially take effect in April, introduces higher penalty fees for gambling operators that violate Sweden’s Money Laundering Act, aligning these penalties with those established under the Gambling Act. Sweden moves […]
Revamping Sweden’s Gambling Landscape: Spelinspektionen Advocates for Stronger Consumer Safeguards Spelinspektionen, Sweden’s gambling regulator, is set to welcome significant amendments to the Swedish Gambling Act, heralding a new era in consumer protection and regulatory compliance. Camilla Rosenberg, the Director-General of Spelinspektionen, has expressed strong support for the proposed legislative changes. These amendments, scheduled to be […]
In a decisive move, Sweden’s Spelinspektionen levies a substantial fine on Videoslots for non-compliance with stringent AML directives. As the regulatory magnifying glass scrutinizes the operator’s customer interactions, revelations of significant discrepancies in due diligence emerge, bringing AML practices to the limelight. While facing financial repercussions, Videoslots is recognized for its concerted improvements, reflecting a […]
Stricter Compliance Measures Demanded from Danish Operator The Danish gambling regulator, Spillemyndigheden, has brought forward two charges against Danske Licens Spil, focusing on lapses in anti-money laundering (AML) practices. The first charge identifies a failure in conducting comprehensive checks on a high-volume player, as required under section 17, subsection 1 of the Danish Money Laundering […]