FIFA is facing renewed questions over its integrity monitoring following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a difference emerged between the governing body's public assessment and findings reported by one of its own integrity partners. While FIFA stated that no suspicious betting activity was detected during the tournament, the Council of Europe has indicated that the Copenhagen Group identified several betting alerts and reviewed multiple integrity-related incidents throughout the competition....
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July 24, 2026
Lotto BW used the World Cup to promote online slots
While Germany’s gambling regulator warned about the risks surrounding World Cup betting, a company owned entirely by the state of Baden-Württemberg was running its own football-themed online slot competition. Lotto...
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July 23, 2026
Evolution fined £4.75m as illegal operators remain anonymous
The UK Gambling Commission has finally published its settlement with Evolution after genuine Evolution games were found on six unlicensed websites operated by two companies. The Commission says these websites...
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July 22, 2026
Germany’s €5 online slot limit lacks public clarity
Germany has increased the maximum permitted stake on licensed online slot games from €1 to as much as €5 per spin. It is the most substantial change to the regulated...
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June 30, 2026
Mystery shopper tests probe German gambling safeguards
February 2025 mystery-shopper tests at Tipico, Tipwin, Sportwetten.de and Tiptorro reveal differing technical outcomes under Germany’s common player-protection framework.
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June 18, 2026
Tipico, Tipwin and Sportwetten.de under scrutiny!
Germany's gambling regulation is often discussed through the lens of licences, legislation and enforcement actions. Public debates tend to focus on major regulatory decisions, court proceedings and policy disputes. Far...
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May 15, 2026
UK launches independent gambling harms research centre in Britain
The United Kingdom has launched a major new national research initiative focused on gambling-related harm, marking a significant development in the country’s public health and regulatory landscape. The new Gambling...
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February 6, 2026
How the 1xBet machine really works?
An analysis of 1xBet’s fragmented structure and how its business model challenges modern gambling regulation and enforcement worldwide.
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February 4, 2026
Curacao Gaming Authority enforcement credibility questioned
An analysis of Curacao’s enforcement register, licence revocations and why regulatory action often lacks transparency and real-world impact.
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December 2, 2025
Evolution litigation shifts as Black Cube evidence emerges
Black Cube’s new evidence challenges Evolution’s narrative, raising regulatory, compliance, and jurisdictional concerns in ongoing litigation.
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November 6, 2025
Tipico: From Billion-Euro Dividends to an Empty Shell!
Tipico’s Malta restructuring before Banijay’s 2025 deal reveals billion-euro dividends and legal shields amid EU court scrutiny.
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November 5, 2025
i3Soft casino games under compliance spotlight
i3Soft’s AI casino games spark debate over licensing, RNG testing, data protection, and regulatory transparency in iGaming.
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November 5, 2025
Inside Belkasoft: U.S. digital evidence and offshore risks
An in-depth look at Belkasoft’s U.S. operations, offshore links, and legal risks tied to digital evidence and forensic software transparency.
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November 4, 2025
Maltese Licensed Suppliers on Unlicensed Casinos
Explore how MGA-licensed suppliers power unlicensed casinos like Bitcasino.io and the regulatory and ethical implications.
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November 4, 2025
Stake’s public data points to access in restricted markets!
Stake’s crypto casino reaches restricted countries, raising legal and ethical concerns about gambling compliance.
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November 1, 2025
Tim Heath and Yolo Group: The truth behind the pivot
Examining Yolo Group’s claimed shift to regulation under Tim Heath, and the unresolved questions about Bitcasino.io’s ongoing offshore operations.
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October 30, 2025
Malta Media to test Evolution’s offshore footprint
Malta Media to test Evolution’s footprint in offshore markets, probing supplier visibility, regulatory gaps, and player protection.
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October 30, 2025
Games Global and Stake mirror exposure under German law
Games Global faces scrutiny as its branding appears on Stake mirrors, raising questions under Germany’s strict gambling advertising laws.
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October 24, 2025
Evolution’s profits under fire amid Turkey gambling ban
Turkey targets illegal gambling as Evolution faces scrutiny over unlicensed market exposure and rising black-market profits.
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September 29, 2025
Fasttoken Investigated: Control, Allocation & Centralisation
An investigative analysis reveals Fasttoken’s concentrated control, selective allocation, and challenges to decentralisation in the FTN ecosystem.
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September 29, 2025
Christian Block’s blueprint for corporate invisibility!
Mansion Group's European exit highlights governance gaps, director roles, and lack of structured disclosure in regulated markets.
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September 27, 2025
Mansion: How gambling revenues vanish from view!
Explore how licensed gambling revenues flow into Maltese foundations, creating opacity despite regulatory frameworks.
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September 26, 2025
M88 Brand Continues Operations Despite European Licence Loss
M88 operates under offshore licence while reaching European users, raising questions on consumer protection and supplier responsibility.
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September 25, 2025
Playtech Jackpot Dispute Leaves Millions Unpaid
A $16M Playtech jackpot left the player with half the prize, raising questions on payouts, audits, and regulatory oversight.
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September 22, 2025
Architects of Mansion Group’s offshore design
Mansion Group’s offshore advisory and its effect on corporate transparency and governance.
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September 19, 2025
Philanthropy and offshore power in the Sampoerna case
The Sampoerna case shows unresolved contradictions between philanthropy, offshore gambling ownership, and governance failures.
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September 17, 2025
Why Mansion’s governance failures continue unchecked?
Mansion ecosystem shows governance gaps as opaque signature authority undermines accountability and market trust.