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 continue to warrant closer regulatory attention: remote bookmakers and private members clubs....
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June 19, 2026
UKGC unveils £26 million crackdown on illegal gambling sites
The UK Gambling Commission crackdown on illegal gambling activity has entered a new phase following the announcement of a £26 million investment package aimed at strengthening enforcement efforts across the...
Laws
June 17, 2026
BGC calls on technology companies to combat illegal gambling ads
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has intensified its campaign against illegal gambling ads by urging major technology companies to take stronger action against unlicensed operators targeting consumers across Britain.
Laws
June 15, 2026
Google updates gambling advertising policy in France for 2026
Google gambling advertising policy will undergo important changes in France later this month as the company updates its rules to reflect the country's current regulatory framework for online gambling content.
Laws
June 15, 2026
Slovakia gambling regulation strengthens World Cup betting oversight
Slovakia gambling regulation is set to take center stage during the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the country's gambling authority increases scrutiny of betting operators and their marketing activities. The...
Laws
June 9, 2026
Veikkaus introduces mandatory care conversations under new loss limits
Finnish gambling operator Veikkaus has introduced a revised responsible gambling framework that requires certain customers to participate in mandatory care conversations when they reach specific annual loss thresholds. The changes,...
Laws
June 9, 2026
Germany’s betting industry warns World Cup may boost offshore gambling
Germany’s licensed sports betting industry is preparing for a significant increase in wagering activity during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, industry representatives have expressed concern that a substantial portion...
Laws
June 9, 2026
BGC unveils five-point plan to combat UK illegal gambling
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has introduced a comprehensive five-point plan designed to address the growing presence of illegal gambling operators in the United Kingdom. The industry body is...
Laws
June 8, 2026
1xBet joins Gamble Alert’s Responsible Gaming Symposium in Nigeria
1xBet has confirmed that it will participate in the upcoming Responsible Gaming Symposium organised by Gamble Alert, a Nigerian non-profit organisation focused on gambling awareness and player protection. The event...
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June 8, 2026
UK regulator to introduce AI monitoring system for gambling advertising
The United Kingdom is preparing to introduce a new artificial intelligence-driven monitoring initiative aimed at strengthening oversight of gambling advertising across digital platforms. The move reflects a broader regulatory effort...
Laws
June 5, 2026
Norway probes prediction markets amid growing regulatory concerns
Prediction markets have emerged as one of the fastest-growing segments of the global online wagering and speculation industry, creating new challenges for regulators, policymakers and consumer protection advocates. In Norway,...
Laws
June 5, 2026
ANJ warns of €1.2 Billion World Cup betting boom and rising youth risks
France's gambling regulator, the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has launched a major public awareness campaign ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup as concerns grow over the expected surge...
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June 2, 2026
European operators support new EN 18144 standard for safer gambling
The European gaming industry has taken a significant step toward strengthening responsible gambling practices following the publication of EN 18144, a new voluntary European standard designed to help operators identify...
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June 1, 2026
KSA launches World Cup campaign to warn young adults about betting risks
The Dutch gambling regulator, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has launched a nationwide responsible gambling initiative aimed at young adults ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The campaign, titled "Laat je...
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May 25, 2026
Brazil self-exclusion betting register surpasses 500,000 users
Brazil’s national self-exclusion register for online betting has surpassed 500,000 users, marking another milestone in the country’s developing regulated gambling market. The latest figures released by federal authorities indicate continued...
Laws
May 25, 2026
UK Gambling Commission intensifies action against illegal lotteries
The UK Gambling Commission is preparing to increase enforcement efforts against illegal lotteries as licensed society lotteries across Great Britain continue to achieve record financial results. The regulator has warned...
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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...
Laws
May 18, 2026
Ukraine cabinet advances PlayCity gambling regulator restructuring plan
Ukraine is moving closer to a significant restructuring of its gambling regulatory framework after the Cabinet of Ministers gave preliminary approval to transfer gambling regulator PlayCity under direct Cabinet supervision....
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May 14, 2026
France’s ANJ algorithm flags 600,000 high-risk gambling players
France’s gambling regulator, the Autorité Nationale des Jeux, has released the first findings from a newly developed algorithm designed to identify potentially excessive gambling behaviour among online and account-based players....
Laws
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...
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May 12, 2026
Belgium gambling advertising rules spark BAGO call for fair standards
The Belgian Association of Gaming Operators (BAGO) has renewed its call for stronger enforcement against illegal gambling advertising in Belgium after new public health data highlighted the continued visibility of...
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May 12, 2026
Dutch gambling advertising ban debate intensifies over player safety
The Dutch government is reviewing whether stronger gambling advertising restrictions are needed as policymakers continue reassessing the effectiveness of current player protection measures. Discussions now include the possibility of a...
Laws
May 12, 2026
Australia’s gambling reform response faces scrutiny over ad limits
Australia’s federal government has formally presented its long-awaited response to the parliamentary inquiry into online gambling led by the late Labor MP Peta Murphy, reopening a national debate over gambling...
Laws
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...
Laws
May 4, 2026
Brazil Labor Court Upholds SINDIBETS Union in Betting Sector Case
A significant legal decision in Brazil has clarified the structure of trade union representation within the country’s rapidly expanding betting and online gaming industry. A Labor Court in São Paulo...
iGaming News, Laws, Taxation
January 20, 2026
Betting and Gaming Council warns tax rises may boost black market
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) chief executive Grainne Hurst has publicly welcomed a recent debate in the United Kingdom Parliament regarding the government’s plan to increase taxes on online...
Banking, Laws
December 18, 2025
How Account Freezes Expose Weak Links in Compliance Chains
Most organizations face significant challenges in maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, and account freezes often reveal underlying vulnerabilities within their compliance frameworks. These freezes, triggered by suspected fraudulent activity or...