Malta’s legislative framework for online gaming has come under renewed legal scrutiny at the European Union level, following a significant opinion issued by Advocate General Nicholas Emiliou. The matter centers on a controversial amendment to Malta’s Gaming Act, commonly referred to as Bill 55, which has raised complex legal questions about the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments across EU member states....
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Compliance & AML
April 24, 2026
Peter & Sons reaches 70% of Italy’s regulated iGaming market
Innovative game development studio Peter & Sons has significantly expanded its footprint in Italy, reaching approximately 70 percent of the country’s regulated iGaming market. This milestone reflects a sustained and...
Compliance & AML
April 23, 2026
DrawHouse enters UK market with turnkey prize draw platform
DrawHouse has formally launched in the United Kingdom, introducing a business-to-business platform designed to support betting operators, media companies and digital platforms seeking to integrate prize draw offerings into their...
Compliance & AML
April 21, 2026
Endorphina secures AGCO registration to expand in Ontario market
Endorphina Limited has officially secured a Gaming-Related Supplier registration from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, marking a key step in the company’s ongoing strategy to expand within regulated...
Compliance & AML
April 21, 2026
Spinmatic unveils Plata o Plomo Hold&Win as evolved flagship slot
Spinmatic has announced a strategic update to one of its flagship titles, introducing Plata o Plomo Hold&Win, an evolved version designed to align with the shifting expectations of the global...
Compliance & AML
April 21, 2026
Yggdrasil Gaming boosts South Africa footprint with new partnerships
Yggdrasil Gaming has taken another step in its international expansion strategy by deepening its presence in the South African market through new commercial agreements with SportyBet and Playco.za. The dual...
Compliance & AML
April 21, 2026
20 Years in iGaming: Why Experience Is the Only Shortcut
Twenty years in iGaming teaches you lessons no manual could ever convey. We are EM Group, an independent service provider that provides since 2005 licensing, compliance and corporate services to...
Gambling Authorities
April 20, 2026
Romania allocates €5m in grants for gambling harm prevention
Romania is taking a structured step toward addressing gambling-related harm through a new national funding initiative led by the National Gambling Office (ONJN). The regulator has confirmed that €5 million...
Gambling Law & Taxation
April 20, 2026
Belgium gambling rules tighten after court mandates player checks
Belgium is preparing to introduce stricter gambling controls following a significant ruling by the Belgium Constitutional Court. The decision marks a turning point in how player protection is applied across...
Compliance & AML
April 20, 2026
Wicked Games secures Swedish B2B licence to expand regulated reach
Wicked Games has obtained a Swedish B2B gaming licence, marking an important step in the company’s ongoing expansion into regulated jurisdictions. The approval allows the studio to provide its gaming...
Gambling Authorities
April 17, 2026
UKGC moves financial risk checks pilot into detailed analysis phase
The UK Gambling Commission has formally progressed its financial risk assessments pilot into a detailed analytical phase, marking a significant procedural step in the ongoing reform of gambling regulation in...
Gambling Law & Taxation
April 17, 2026
ECJ ruling supports Germany stance on EU online gambling restrictions
The European Court of Justice has issued a preliminary ruling that reinforces the legal position of Germany in its ongoing dispute with Malta over online gambling regulation. The judgment confirms...
Compliance & AML
April 17, 2026
Ukraine launches digital gambling licensing through Diia portal
Ukraine has taken a significant step in modernising its regulatory framework by introducing a fully digital licensing process for gambling businesses. The initiative, implemented through the Diia portal, represents a...
Gambling Authorities
April 17, 2026
Dutch gambling report shows legal decline and black market growth
The latest market monitoring report issued by the Dutch Gaming Authority provides a detailed assessment of the Netherlands’ regulated gambling sector for the second half of 2025. The findings present...
Gambling Law & Taxation
April 16, 2026
ASA clears Ladbrokes’ Ladbucks promo of breaching ad rules
The Advertising Standards Authority has revised its earlier position regarding a promotional campaign by Ladbrokes, concluding that the company’s Ladbucks rewards initiative does not breach advertising regulations designed to protect...
Gambling Authorities
April 15, 2026
KSA funds addiction prevention programs to reduce gambling harm
The Kansspelautoriteit has announced a targeted allocation of financial resources to support five health-focused initiatives aimed at reducing gambling-related harm across the Netherlands. The funding is distributed through the regulator’s...
Regulation & Licensing
April 15, 2026
Digitain secures licence to operate in Ontario’s iGaming market
Digitain has confirmed that it has obtained official authorisation to operate in the regulated gaming market of Ontario, Canada, marking a notable development in the company’s international growth strategy. The...
Gambling Authorities
April 15, 2026
LeoVegas Group expands GoGoCasino with Tiger sportsbook in Sweden
LeoVegas Group has taken a significant step in its domestic growth strategy by introducing sports betting functionality to its established brand GoGoCasino. The development follows regulatory approval granted by Spelinspektionen,...
Compliance & AML
April 15, 2026
Platipus Gaming secures Ontario licence to expand regulated gaming
Platipus Gaming has secured a supplier licence in Ontario, Canada, marking a significant step in the company’s ongoing strategy to expand within regulated markets. The approval allows the company to...
Compliance & AML
April 14, 2026
3 Oaks Gaming launches flexible free spins for player control
3 Oaks Gaming has announced the launch of Flexible Free Spins, a new promotional feature designed to provide players with greater control over how they use bonus rewards. The initiative...
Gambling Authorities
April 13, 2026
BC.GAME expands into Nigeria with regulated sports betting licence
BC.GAME has officially launched its iGaming operations in Nigeria after obtaining a sports betting and casino licence from the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority. The move represents a significant...
Compliance & AML
April 13, 2026
Curaçao Gaming Authority strengthens compliance rules for operators
The Curaçao Gaming Authority has introduced updated regulatory guidance that requires licensed business-to-consumer operators to significantly improve the clarity and accessibility of their player-facing terms and conditions. The new policy...
Responsible Gambling
April 10, 2026
Portugal SRIJ launches centralized self exclusion system for iGaming
Portugal has taken a significant regulatory step in the evolution of its online gaming market. The country’s gaming authority, Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos, widely known as SRIJ,...
Gambling Authorities
April 10, 2026
Ukraine gambling policy debate on military ban and targeted controls
The Ukrainian gambling sector has entered a period of heightened policy debate following a recent proposal by the Ministry of Digital Transformation to introduce a universal restriction on gambling access...
Gambling Law & Taxation
April 10, 2026
Nederlandse Loterij takes legal action against Qbet over illegal gambling
Nederlandse Loterij has initiated civil proceedings against Qbet, widely described as one of the largest unlicensed gambling platforms accessible within the Netherlands. The legal action reflects a broader effort by...
Gambling Law & Taxation
April 10, 2026
Onlyplay launches Hot Dunk basketball slot with free spins
Onlyplay has unveiled its latest video slot, Hot Dunk, a title that blends the high-energy atmosphere of street basketball with modern slot mechanics. Designed to deliver an immersive and fast-moving...
Responsible Gambling
April 10, 2026
Italy reconsiders gambling ad ban to boost football funding
Italy is once again evaluating a policy that once stood as one of Europe’s strictest approaches to gambling regulation. The nationwide ban on gambling advertising and sports sponsorships, introduced under...