Are NFT fantasy sports games illegal gambling? The UK Gambling Commission thinks so, as they’ve launched a prosecution against Sorare, a popular cryptocurrency-based fantasy sports platform. This high-profile case has ignited a debate on whether NFT-based games like Sorare violate gambling laws. If found guilty, this case could redefine the future of NFT gaming and […]
Digitain Expands Global Presence with UK Gambling Licence Approval In a strategic move that further solidifies its presence in Europe, Digitain has obtained a UK Gambling Licence from the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). This significant milestone enables Digitain to offer its innovative gaming solutions to operators and players within the UK’s highly regulated market. The […]
UK Gambling Commission Calls for Wider Industry Participation in GamProtect to Enhance Player Protection The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has called on gambling operators to join forces in enhancing player safety by adopting GamProtect, a new data-sharing tool designed to identify and protect at-risk gamblers. Launched in collaboration with the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), […]
Gambling Commission Sets Clear Expectations on Account Withdrawals The UK Gambling Commission has issued new directives impacting online gambling withdrawals! Over 2,000 annual complaints have prompted the UKGC to tighten regulations and protect customers. Learn what these changes mean for operators and how they will enhance transparency and fairness. Stay updated on these crucial developments […]
Uncertainty Looms Over UK Gambling Reforms Amidst Surprise July Election Call UK Gambling Reforms in Doubt as Surprise Election Looms Imagine the impact of a sudden political shift on an industry already navigating significant reforms. The UK’s gambling sector faces uncertainty as Prime Minister Rishi Sunak calls a surprise election on July 4, potentially stalling […]
Transforming UK Gambling: New Regulations Aim to Enhance Safety and Consumer Choice Attention all UK gamblers! Big changes are coming that promise to redefine your gaming experience. Imagine a gambling world where safety and consumer choice are paramount. That’s what the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is rolling out through its comprehensive new reforms. With enhanced […]
Revolutionizing Regulation: The UK’s Shift to Quarterly Gambling Returns In a groundbreaking move aimed at enhancing transparency and regulatory oversight, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced a new mandate requiring all licensed gambling operators to submit regulatory returns quarterly. This shift from annual to quarterly reporting marks a significant step in the Commission’s ongoing […]
888 Holdings Clears Regulatory Hurdle: UK Gambling Commission Ends Licence Review with No Further Action In a significant development for the UK gambling sector, 888 Holdings has successfully navigated through a potentially turbulent regulatory review, emerging unscathed as the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) decides to take no further action. This decision marks the conclusion of […]
Gambling Commission Celebrated as a Beacon of Excellence in Workplace Culture by Great Place to Work The UK Gambling Commission has triumphed once more, securing a prestigious accolade from Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture. This honor underscores the Commission’s unwavering commitment to cultivating a workplace environment where trust, fairness, respect, […]
A New Dawn in Gambling Data Collection In a landmark development for the gambling industry in the UK, the Gambling Commission‘s latest initiative, the Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB), has garnered high praise from an independent review led by Patrick Sturgis, a respected professor at the London School of Economics. Described as “exemplary in […]