The UK Gambling Commission has confirmed that it has awarded a new four-year contract spanning 2026 to 2029 to the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) in partnership with the University of Glasgow. The contract focuses on the delivery and further development of the Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB), the country’s primary instrument for measuring gambling behaviours and trends....
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Compliance & AML
November 27, 2025
How Malta Positions Itself Between Finance and Regulation
With its strategic location and progressive regulatory framework, Malta has emerged as a key player in the global financial landscape. The island nation adeptly balances a robust financial sector with...
Compliance & AML
November 27, 2025
How the KSA Coordinates With Financial Authorities?
Coordination among various financial authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is vital for establishing a stable and efficient economic environment. Various agencies, including the Saudi Central Bank, the...
Compliance & AML
November 27, 2025
Why Europe’s AMLA Headquarters Could Change Enforcement Power?
Europe is on the brink of a significant transformation in anti-money laundering (AML) enforcement with the establishment of the European Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) headquarters. This pivotal development aims to...
Responsible Gambling
November 27, 2025
Edge cases in self-exclusion – shared devices and family accounts
Over the past few years, the importance of self-exclusion measures in online gaming and gambling has increasingly come to the forefront. However, unique challenges arise with shared devices and family...
Gambling Law & Taxation
November 26, 2025
UK online gaming duty rises to 40% in major tax reform
The United Kingdom is preparing to implement one of its most significant gambling tax reforms in recent years. As part of its broader fiscal and regulatory strategy, the government has...
Compliance & AML
November 26, 2025
Spain fines 26 gambling operators for compliance breaches
Spain’s gambling regulator has issued a series of financial sanctions against licensed operators, underscoring the country’s increasingly stringent compliance environment. The latest enforcement action, which totals €3.5 million in fines...
Responsible Gambling
November 26, 2025
Mindway AI joins ATG to boost responsible gambling
Mindway AI, a pioneering developer of artificial intelligence and neuroscience-based software solutions for the gambling sector, has revealed a strategic alliance with ATG (AB Trav och Galopp), Sweden’s leading betting...
Compliance & AML
November 26, 2025
Why Player Verification Rules Differ Across Jurisdictions?
You may be surprised to learn that player verification rules vary significantly across different jurisdictions. These differences arise from various legal, cultural, and regulatory factors that shape the gaming industry....
Compliance & AML
November 26, 2025
How False Positives Hurt Casino Onboarding Efficiency?
Many casinos face significant challenges in onboarding new players due to the prevalence of false positives in their identity verification processes. These inaccuracies not only slow down the registration experience...
Gambling Authorities
November 25, 2025
British gambling yield rises 7.3% in new annual data
Newly released figures from the Gambling Commission have placed the British gambling sector under renewed public, political, and regulatory scrutiny. The latest annual industry statistics, covering the twelve-month period ending...
Compliance & AML
November 25, 2025
EU illegal online gambling costs €20 billion yearly
A recent assessment of Europe’s online gambling environment highlights the continued rise and influence of unlicensed operators across the European Union. While regulated gambling frameworks were introduced to ensure consumer...
Responsible Gambling
November 25, 2025
Swedish watchdog criticises gambling self exclusion delays
Sweden’s Parliamentary Ombudsman, the authority tasked with overseeing public agencies and ensuring their compliance with laws and regulations, has publicly criticised Spelinspektionen, the Swedish Gambling Authority, for shortcomings in supporting...
Compliance & AML
November 25, 2025
The True Role of Compliance Officers in Crypto Payments?
Crypto transactions are reshaping the financial landscape, making the role of compliance officers more significant than ever. These professionals ensure that crypto payment systems adhere to regulations, preventing financial crimes...
Responsible Gambling
November 24, 2025
FBMDS Titan Series slot collection announced
FBMDS has introduced its latest slot gaming lineup, known as the Titan Series, marking another step in the company’s ongoing effort to develop innovative and engaging digital casino experiences. With...
Compliance & AML
November 24, 2025
UKGC suspends Deadheat Racing licence over compliance issues
The United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) has taken regulatory action against Deadheat Racing Ltd, suspending the company’s operating licence following concerns that the operator may have breached key licence conditions....
Compliance & AML
November 24, 2025
Lithuania boosts efforts to curb illegal gambling sites
Lithuania has recently escalated its efforts to address a significant rise in illegal remote gambling activities and fraudulent online domains. In response to growing concerns regarding consumer harm, digital financial...
Compliance & AML
November 24, 2025
Why Casino Licences Depend on AML Fitness and Probity?
Just as the integrity of the financial system is paramount, the gambling industry must adhere to strict regulations to combat money laundering and uphold public trust. Casino licences are contingent...
Responsible Gambling
November 22, 2025
Is Self-Exclusion Effective Across Multiple Regulators?
Over recent years, self-exclusion has emerged as a key strategy for individuals seeking to manage their gambling habits. This blog post examines the effectiveness of self-exclusion systems implemented by various...
Compliance & AML
November 22, 2025
The Race to Certify RNGs and Game Fairness Standards
RNG technology has become a foundational element in ensuring fairness within gaming environments, yet the process of certification remains complex and varied across jurisdictions. As online gaming grows, regulatory bodies...
Compliance & AML
November 22, 2025
How PSPs React to Enhanced Due Diligence Orders?
PSPs (Payment Service Providers) play a vital role in managing financial transactions and are significantly impacted by Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) orders issued by regulatory bodies. These orders require PSPs...
Compliance & AML
November 21, 2025
William Hill exits 13 international gambling markets
The international gambling brand William Hill, owned by Evoke plc, has formally confirmed its decision to withdraw its online gambling services from 13 countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America....
Gambling Authorities
November 21, 2025
SkillOnNet criticised by Spelinspektionen for gaming lapses
The Swedish Gambling Authority, Spelinspektionen, has issued a formal remark to operator SkillOnNet after identifying shortcomings on one of the company’s licensed platforms. The issue, although modest in scale, touches...
Responsible Gambling
November 21, 2025
European regulators unite against illegal online gambling
The landscape of online gambling in Europe has undergone substantial transformation in recent years, driven by rapid technological innovation, a higher volume of cross-border activity, and increased consumer engagement through...
Responsible Gambling
November 21, 2025
How Germany’s Slot Stake Limits Affect the Black Market?
You may not realize how Germany's regulations on slot stake limits are shaping the underground gambling landscape. With strict limits implemented to promote responsible gaming and ensure player safety, many...
Compliance & AML
November 20, 2025
Hacksaw Gaming enhances collaboration with Kitsune Studios
Hacksaw Gaming has expanded its commercial relationship with Kitsune Studios by taking an equity stake in the emerging developer, marking a new phase in a collaboration that has been active...
Compliance & AML
November 20, 2025
Endorphina approved for Slovakia’s regulated iGaming
Endorphina has formally entered the regulated online gambling market in Slovakia, marking a notable step in its ongoing strategy of operating only in jurisdictions with defined legal and compliance structures....