The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has granted a significant extension to Novomatic's gaming vendor licence, allowing the Austrian supplier to distribute its gaming machines and related products in the Netherlands for an additional decade. This extension marks a pivotal moment for both Novomatic and the Dutch gaming market, as it solidifies the company’s continued involvement in the country’s land-based casino sector for the foreseeable future....
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Gambling Authorities
April 24, 2025
ELA Games Expands in Denmark with Casino House
ELA Games, a dynamic developer in the iGaming sector, has entered into a key collaboration with Casino House, a prominent name in Denmark's gambling market. This strategic move underscores ELA...
Gambling Authorities
April 24, 2025
Improving Gaming Withdrawals in Malta
You may find yourself questioning the efficiency and reliability of gaming withdrawals processed by Malta-based companies. Known for their robust online gaming industry, Malta has become a hub for various...
Gambling Authorities
April 23, 2025
UKGC warns operators on late regulatory returns
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has delivered a firm reminder to licensed gambling operators, emphasizing the critical need to submit regulatory returns within the required deadlines. In a renewed push...
Gambling Authorities
April 23, 2025
KSA warns 711 BV for youth targeted gambling ads
The Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit or KSA) has issued a formal warning to 711 BV, a licensed provider of online games of chance in the Netherlands, for violating advertising regulations...
Gambling Authorities
April 22, 2025
KSA issues penalty to Starscream for illegal gambling
The Dutch gambling authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has taken decisive action against the online casino operator Starscream, issuing a firm order to halt all illegal gambling activities within the Netherlands. The...
Gambling Authorities
April 22, 2025
Spelinspektionen fines Videoslots $1.3M for customer care failure
Videoslots, a major player in the online gambling industry, has been fined SEK 12 million (approximately $1.3 million) by the Swedish Gambling Authority, Spelinspektionen, due to violations concerning its duty...
Gambling Authorities
April 18, 2025
KSA orders Gamusoft to stop illegal gambling
The Dutch Gaming Authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has issued a stern warning to Gamusoft, a company behind the controversial CSGOFast website, demanding that the operator cease offering illegal games of chance...
Gambling Authorities
April 17, 2025
Jenny Cisneros Örnberg Joins Spelinspektionen Board
The Swedish Government has officially appointed Senior Lecturer Jenny Cisneros Örnberg to the Board of the Swedish Gambling Authority (Spelinspektionen). Her term begins on 21 April 2025 and is set...
Gambling Authorities
April 16, 2025
KSA: 50% of gambling money goes to illegal operators
Despite notable advancements in the Netherlands’ regulated gambling landscape, the country’s gambling authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has raised concerns about the enduring dominance of unlicensed operators when it comes to consumer...
Gambling Authorities
April 16, 2025
Playbook Fusion licensed by UKGC for UK launch
Playbook Fusion, an emerging force in the world of interactive sports gaming, has officially been granted a supplier licence by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). This pivotal development gives the...
Gambling Authorities
April 15, 2025
KSA reveals drop in extreme gambling losses in 2025
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, or KSA) has released its Spring 2025 Monitoring Report, offering an in-depth analysis of gambling behavior in the country for the second half of 2024....
Gambling Authorities
April 15, 2025
ThrillTech Secures UK Gambling Licence for ThrillPots
Leading jackpot software specialist ThrillTech has announced a major step in its European growth journey, having secured a remote gambling software licence from the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). This new...
Gambling Authorities
April 14, 2025
UKGC charges 15 in political insider betting scandal
The UK Gambling Commission has officially brought charges against 15 individuals accused of violating the Gambling Act 2005 in connection with alleged insider betting on the timing of the 2024...
Gambling Authorities
April 14, 2025
Spelinspektionen bans Satoshi Gaming Group in Sweden
In a firm move to protect its regulated gambling environment, Sweden's national gambling authority, Spelinspektionen, has imposed an immediate ban on Satoshi Gaming Group NV, a Curaçao-based online gambling operator....
Gambling Authorities
April 11, 2025
Illegal gambling remains a challenge in Sweden
The Swedish Gambling Authority, known as Spelinspektionen, has issued a new report that sheds light on the extent and accessibility of unregulated online gambling in Sweden. The findings raise concerns...
Gambling Authorities
April 10, 2025
KSA fines Techno Offshore for unlicensed gambling sites
The Netherlands' gambling regulatory authority, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has recently imposed a significant €1.2 million fine on Techno Offshore for targeting Dutch players with two unlicensed gambling sites. The fine...
Gambling Authorities
April 10, 2025
Spelinspektionen warns of Malta-licensed gambling risks
In a recent report, the Swedish gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen, has shared new insights regarding unlicensed gambling activities in Sweden’s market. The agency’s findings underscore the increasing prevalence of unregulated gambling...
Gambling Authorities
April 8, 2025
Malta’s iGaming License Is Losing Credibility in 2025
There's a growing concern in the iGaming industry regarding the diminishing credibility of Malta's iGaming license as we approach 2025. With increasing scrutiny from regulatory bodies and rising competition from...
Gambling Authorities
April 7, 2025
GRAI seeks public input on Ireland’s gambling regulations
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) has opened a month-long public consultation period regarding the country's newly proposed gambling licensing process. This public consultation period, which began recently, will...
Gambling Authorities
April 7, 2025
KSA intensifies action against illegal gambling apps
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), also known as the Dutch Gambling Authority, has significantly increased its enforcement efforts against illegal gambling apps in the Netherlands. Since the start of 2025, the regulator...
Gambling Authorities
April 7, 2025
Incentive Games receives UKGC licence approval
Incentive Games, a prominent B2B games provider known for its innovative solutions in player acquisition and retention, has successfully secured a licence from the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). Officially issued...
Gambling Authorities
April 7, 2025
Splash Tech secures MGA license for jackpots
Splash Tech, a prominent provider of free-to-play (FTP) solutions, has achieved a major milestone by securing a B2B Critical Gaming Supply License from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA). This significant...
Gambling Authorities
April 5, 2025
Ireland and UK sign key gambling agreement
A significant development in European gambling regulation occurred with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) and the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland...
Gambling Authorities
April 4, 2025
ANJ reports improvements in AML compliance efforts
The French National Gaming Authority (Autorité Nationale des Jeux, ANJ) has released its latest assessment of gambling operators’ annual action plans aimed at combating fraud, money laundering (AML), and terrorist...
Gambling Authorities
April 1, 2025
Malta’s iGaming Role in Europe’s Digital Economy
There's a compelling narrative unfolding in Malta, where the burgeoning iGaming sector is transforming the European digital landscape. This island nation has emerged as a global hub for online gaming,...
Gambling Authorities
March 28, 2025
MGA Warns Against Fraudulent Gambling Websites
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), the primary regulatory body for gambling activities in Malta, has recently issued an urgent warning regarding several unauthorised gambling websites that falsely claim to be...