The Gambling Commission has published its 2026 assessment of money laundering (ML) and terrorist financing (TF) risks across Great Britain's licensed gambling sector, highlighting a more challenging compliance environment for operators as financial crime methods continue to evolve....
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Compliance & AML
July 31, 2026
Upcoming Compliance Deadlines for Operators with a Curaçao Gaming License
Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) licensees face several active compliance deadlines between now and October 2026. Operators licensed under the Landsverordening op de Kansspelen (LOK) should treat 2026 as a compliance...
Compliance & AML
July 30, 2026
Bede Gaming earns GLI-19 and GLI-33 certifications, boosting trust
Bede Gaming has strengthened its position as a trusted technology provider for regulated gambling markets after successfully achieving GLI-19 and GLI-33 certifications. The latest milestone reflects the company's continued commitment...
Compliance & AML
July 24, 2026
Google expands gambling ads across 37 markets with stricter advertiser rules
Google has announced significant updates to its policies governing gambling ads, introducing broader access to its programmatic advertising network while strengthening certification requirements for advertisers using Google Ads. The changes...
Compliance & AML
July 24, 2026
Gambling ads show strong compliance with UK ASA age rules
The UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has reported strong compliance among licensed gambling operators with advertising rules designed to protect young audiences. According to the regulator's latest monitoring report, only...
Compliance & AML
July 20, 2026
Polymarket faces French ISP blocking order over gambling compliance
France has intensified its regulatory approach to online gambling by directing internet service providers to block access to Polymarket, a prediction market platform that the country's gambling regulator considers unavailable...
Compliance & AML
July 6, 2026
Illegal online gambling in EU hits €91.6bn, sparking fresh concerns
Illegal online gambling continues to present a growing challenge for regulators, licensed operators and policymakers across Europe. New estimates presented during a roundtable at the European Parliament suggest that the...
Compliance & AML
July 1, 2026
SOFTSWISS unveils new positioning and refreshed visual identity worldwide
SOFTSWISS has announced a new brand positioning alongside a refreshed visual identity as the company adapts to the changing demands of the global iGaming industry. The announcement reflects the company's...
Compliance & AML
June 26, 2026
PopOK Gaming Strengthens Latin American Expansion with Argentina Certification
PopOK Gaming has announced that it has successfully obtained certification for the Argentinian market, marking another milestone in the company's continued expansion across regulated gaming jurisdictions.
Compliance & AML
June 24, 2026
Ireland gambling sector deemed low risk, but key areas flagged
Ireland's gambling sector has been assessed as presenting a generally low risk for financial crime, according to the country's latest National Risk Assessment. However, the review identified two areas that...
Compliance & AML
June 22, 2026
What happens when compliance becomes a competitive advantage?
For many licensed gambling operators in Germany, compliance is no longer a department at the edge of the business. It has become part of the operating model itself. Licensing, player...
Compliance & AML
June 19, 2026
European gambling regulators warn on prediction market risks
Nine European gambling regulators have announced a coordinated effort to strengthen oversight of prediction market platforms ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The joint initiative reflects growing concern among...
Compliance & AML
June 17, 2026
ThrillTech secures Gibraltar B2B licence to expand ThrillPots offering
The ThrillTech Gibraltar Licence marks another significant milestone in the company's international expansion strategy after the supplier received a Gambling Services (B2B) Licence from the Gambling Division of HM Government...
Compliance & AML
June 13, 2026
Compliance Technology: Risks, Oversight and System Failures
For many years, compliance was largely viewed as a human-driven function. Teams reviewed customer files, monitored transactions, assessed risks and submitted reports based on manual processes and professional judgement. While...
Compliance & AML
June 11, 2026
Regulatory consistency in Germany’s gambling market
Germany's gambling market has undergone significant regulatory change during the past decade. The introduction of the Interstate Treaty on Gambling 2021 was designed to create a more coherent framework for...
Compliance & AML
June 8, 2026
ELA Games reports 244% rise in Romanian users and 240% bet growth
ELA Games has reported significant growth in Romania, stating that its portfolio of slot games has attracted increased player engagement in the market. According to the company, active user numbers...
Compliance & AML
June 8, 2026
FairGambling launches crypto casino analytics platform with fairness tools
FairGambling has officially launched a new platform designed for crypto casino players seeking greater transparency, independent data and additional rewards. The platform combines analytics, fairness verification tools, casino reviews and...
Compliance & AML
June 3, 2026
GGPoker selects GeoLocs by mkodo to strengthen Ontario compliance
GGPoker has announced a new partnership with GeoLocs by mkodo, selecting the geolocation technology provider to support its regulated online gaming operations in Ontario. The agreement is designed to help...
Compliance & AML
May 29, 2026
Curaçao’s LOK Framework: What the Licensing Milestone Means for Operators
The Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) has passed a landmark in its two-year regulatory overhaul. Full 'indefinite' licenses are now being issued under the National Ordinance on Games of Chance (LOK)...
Compliance & AML
May 28, 2026
Digitain secures Denmark licence for regulated live gaming expansion
Digitain, a recognised provider of iGaming technology and sportsbook solutions, has officially obtained a licence from the gambling regulatory authority of the Kingdom of Denmark. This approval allows the company...
Compliance & AML
May 21, 2026
Oddsgate launches free iGaming Business Plan for global operators
Oddsgate has introduced a free Business Plan package aimed at helping operators, affiliates, technology firms and investors establish stronger foundations within the global iGaming sector. The initiative reflects the company’s...
Compliance & AML
May 20, 2026
Armenia proposes stricter controls on illegal online gambling
Armenia is moving forward with a broad package of gambling reforms aimed at strengthening oversight of both licensed and unlicensed gambling activity. The proposed legislation would introduce stricter monitoring of...
Compliance & AML
May 13, 2026
UK launches Illegal Gambling Taskforce to tackle unlicensed operators
The UK government has formally launched a new Illegal Gambling Taskforce as part of a broader effort to reduce the impact of unlicensed gambling operators and strengthen protections for consumers...
Compliance & AML
May 13, 2026
EM Group: One partner for licensing, compliance and corporate services
When the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off on 11 June, betting demand will not ramp up slowly — it will surge overnight. Millions of players, nonstop fixtures, and weeks...
Compliance & AML
May 11, 2026
BGC warns as illegal UK gambling expands to £16.6bn in 2025
The UK’s illegal gambling market has expanded significantly in recent years according to new research highlighted by the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), with offshore betting stakes reportedly reaching £16.6bn...
Compliance & AML
May 6, 2026
Flows secures Pennsylvania approval to supply iGaming tools
Flows has achieved a significant regulatory milestone after receiving full authorisation from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. The approval marks an important step in the company’s continued expansion across the...
Compliance & AML
May 4, 2026
Google updates gambling ad policy ahead of Alberta iGaming launch
Google has introduced a significant update to its advertising policies, aligning its rules with the forthcoming launch of Alberta’s regulated online gambling market. Effective May 4, 2026, the revised framework...