Regulation
March 27, 2024

Spelinspektionen Bans Unlicensed Operators from Swedish Gambling Market

Spelinspektionen

Crackdown on Unlicensed Gaming: Spelinspektionen Takes Decisive Action Against Illegal Operators In a bold move underscoring its commitment to maintaining integrity within Sweden’s gambling ecosystem, Spelinspektionen, the Swedish Gambling Authority, has imposed a ban on three operators found guilty of offering gambling services to Swedish customers without proper licensing. This decisive action reflects the authority’s […]

EMEA , Regulation
March 4, 2024

Dutch Regulator Imposes Record Fine on Gammix for Unlicensed Gambling

KSA Slaps Gammix with €19.7m Fine for Illegal Gambling in Netherlands In a bold move signaling unwavering commitment to regulatory oversight, the Dutch gambling authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has delivered a resounding blow to Gammix Limited, levying an unprecedented fine of €19.7 million for illicit gambling activities in the Netherlands. As a seasoned gambling professional, dissecting […]

EMEA , Regulation
February 23, 2024

Dutch Regulator Exposes Illegal Gambling Ads

KSA

Unveiling the Shadows: Dutch Regulator’s Probe into Unlicensed Gambling Advertisements Attention all stakeholders in the gambling industry! Prepare to delve into a riveting exposé shedding light on the illicit underbelly of unlicensed gambling advertisements. The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has embarked on a relentless pursuit to unearth clandestine activities tarnishing the integrity of the […]

Daily News , EMEA , Regulation
December 20, 2023

Italy’s Online Gambling Reforms Face Criticism from Trade Association Logico

Logico, a prominent trade association in Italy, has voiced significant concerns over the proposed online gambling reforms by the country’s Ministry for Economy and Finance (MEF). The association, while acknowledging the need for updated regulations, warns that the new measures could adversely affect market competition. Italy’s online gambling sector at a crossroads! Logico challenges proposed […]

Daily News , EMEA , Regulation
December 11, 2023

GGL Stands by Data Collection Methods Amid Debate Over Germany’s Unlicensed Gambling Market Size

The Glücksspielbehörde (GGL), Germany’s newly established federal gambling regulator, has stepped forward to assert the validity of its data collection methods in estimating the size of the unlicensed gambling market. This response addresses recent concerns raised by trade bodies DSWV and DOCV, who suggested that a significant portion of gambling in Germany occurs within the […]

Daily News , EMEA , iGaming
November 27, 2023

ATG Issues Stern Warning on Soaring Unlicensed Gambling Activity in Sweden

Prepare to be alarmed as Aktiebolaget Trav och Galopp (ATG), the renowned Swedish horseracing betting operator, reveals a startling revelation. The traffic directed towards unlicensed gambling sites in Sweden has skyrocketed by a staggering factor of ten since the inception of the regulated gambling market in 2019. This exponential surge raises critical concerns about the […]

Business , EMEA , Legal
October 31, 2023

German Court Upholds GGL’s Fine Against Red Rhino

Germany’s gambling watchdog, GGL, remains victorious as Red Rhino fails to win its appeal against a €50,000 fine. The penalty was imposed last month for the operator’s involvement in delivering online gambling services without an appropriate German license. Though Red Rhino had dismantled its German-targeted website, Platincasino.de, it continued to cater to German customers through […]

Business , EMEA , Legal
October 31, 2023

KSA Sanctions Two for Unlicensed Dutch Gambling Operations

KSA

The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Netherlands’ authoritative body for gambling, has handed down hefty penalties to two operators, MKC Limited and GoldWin, for offering unauthorized gambling services within the Dutch jurisdiction. GoldWin faced a substantial fine of €6.7m, prompted by the discovery that Dutch gamblers had unobstructed access to the Malta-situated operator’s domain, Westcasino.com. Upon investigating […]

Business , EMEA , Legal , Regulation
October 31, 2023

Greek Gambling Black Market Threat: Hellenic Gaming Commission Calls for Organized Action

The Hellenic Gaming Commission has expressed growing concerns over the infiltration of unlicensed gambling, stressing the need for a more cohesive strategy against these illegal operations. At the 27th Economist Conference on Online Gaming, the commission’s president, Dimitris Dzanatos, underscored the detrimental effects of such unauthorized activities on the Greek gambling market. He pinpointed them […]

Business , Legislation , Regulation
October 27, 2023

Norway Targets Unlicensed Gambling with DNS Blockade Strategy

Seeking to fortify its stance against unlicensed gambling, Norway is pushing forward with a proposition to implement DNS (Domain Name System) blocking for such websites. The new legislation mandates internet service providers to initiate technical protocols, blocking access to specified websites, and rerouting users to a dedicated landing page explicating the cause of the blockade. […]