The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has reported a substantial increase in expenditure related to its oversight of the National Lottery, driven primarily by legal challenges surrounding the award of the fourth National Lottery licence. Newly released accounts reveal that costs linked to National Lottery activities more than doubled in the year ending March, highlighting the financial pressures on the regulator amid high-profile litigation....
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iGaming News, Laws
September 22, 2025
Dutch portal exposes illegal online gambling trends
The Dutch reporting portal for illegal online gambling, Meld Vals Spel, has released a detailed overview of the activity it has tracked since its launch in November 2024. The platform...
iGaming News, Laws
September 22, 2025
UK Gambling Commission closes Advisory Board for Safer Gambling
The United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) has formally announced the closure of the Advisory Board for Safer Gambling (ABSG). This decision follows the conclusion of the board’s original mandate, which...
iGaming News, Laws
September 22, 2025
Malta National Lottery PLC joins ULIS for sports integrity
The United Lotteries for Integrity in Sports (ULIS) has announced that National Lottery PLC, the exclusive concessionaire and licensed operator of the National Lottery of Malta, has joined its global...
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September 22, 2025
VFA providers adapt operations to changing EU definitions
VFA providers are increasingly adjusting their operations in response to evolving definitions and regulatory frameworks established by the European Union. As the landscape of virtual financial assets continues to shift,...
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September 20, 2025
Cross-border merger laws tighten post-Brexit
Laws regarding cross-border mergers have significantly tightened following the United Kingdom's departure from the European Union. This shift has introduced new regulatory complexities and requirements for companies seeking to merge...
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September 19, 2025
Ireland report calls for stronger gambling harm action
Ireland is entering a pivotal stage in how it addresses gambling-related harm, with a new report shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals, families, service providers, and communities affected...
iGaming News, Laws
September 19, 2025
UK deposit limits help players stay in control
In recent years, the United Kingdom has emerged as a global leader in advancing responsible gambling practices. Regulatory authorities, particularly the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), have sought to address growing...
iGaming News, Laws
September 18, 2025
KVA meets KSA to tackle illegal affiliate marketing
Keurmerk Verantwoorde Affiliates (KVA), the Dutch branch of the Quality Mark Responsible Affiliates initiative, has intensified its collaborative efforts with the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Netherlands’ official Gambling Authority, to address...
iGaming News, Laws
September 18, 2025
EGBA urges approval of European safer gambling standard
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has urged European delegates to approve a new standard aimed at enhancing player protection across the online gambling sector. The proposed framework focuses...
iGaming News, Laws
September 18, 2025
Gambling Commission report on illegal gambling in UK
The Gambling Commission, the United Kingdom’s national regulator for gambling activities, has released its first detailed report examining the scope and characteristics of the illegal gambling market in Britain. Conducted...
iGaming News, Laws
September 18, 2025
BGC campaign warns of black market gambling risks
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has launched a new campaign to raise awareness of the dangers posed by unregulated gambling websites. The campaign comes at a time when policymakers,...
iGaming News, Laws
September 18, 2025
DSWV warns about risks of illegal betting in Germany
The German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) has issued a stark warning at the beginning of the UEFA Champions League season, cautioning that the majority of betting platforms accessed by German...
iGaming News, Laws
September 17, 2025
Norsk Tipping risks NOK 10m fine for Eurojackpot error
The Norwegian state-owned gambling operator, Norsk Tipping, is facing the possibility of a significant financial penalty after a serious technical error caused tens of thousands of players to receive incorrect...
iGaming News, Laws
September 17, 2025
Lottomart fined £360k for AML and social responsibility failings
The United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) has once again taken regulatory action against a licensed operator for shortcomings in its compliance practices. Maple International Ventures Limited, the company behind the...
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September 17, 2025
Phishing threats in 2025 and Atlaslive cybersecurity review
Phishing continues to dominate the global cybersecurity threat landscape. Data collected by the Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) revealed that in the first quarter of 2025 alone, there were 1,003,924 recorded...
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September 17, 2025
Smart contracts pose fresh legal dilemmas
It's becoming increasingly clear that smart contracts, while revolutionizing the way transactions are executed, introduce a host of new legal complexities. Operating on blockchain technology, these self-executing agreements automate processes...
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September 15, 2025
Veikkaus suspends floorball betting amid rule breach probe
The Finnish state-owned gambling operator Veikkaus has temporarily halted all betting on elite men’s floorball after a series of suspected breaches of betting rules raised concerns over the integrity of...
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September 15, 2025
GamCare report highlights success of Money Guidance Service
The UK-based gambling support charity GamCare has published an evaluation report on its Money Guidance Service, a national programme designed to help people facing gambling-related financial harm. The report, entitled...
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September 13, 2025
Nominee shell firms test registry transparency rules
Nominee shell firms are increasingly coming under scrutiny as regulators implement new transparency measures for business registries. These entities, often set up to obscure true ownership, challenge existing frameworks intended...
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September 11, 2025
Norway election secures Norsk Tipping monopoly future
Norway’s recent parliamentary election has brought a sense of continuity to the country’s gambling landscape. With the Labour Party securing another term in office, the state-owned gambling operator Norsk Tipping...
iGaming News, Laws
September 11, 2025
GambleAware survey reveals rise in gambling harms
The latest Annual Treatment and Support Survey published by GambleAware has revealed a significant increase in the number of people in the United Kingdom seeking help for gambling-related issues. The...
iGaming News, Laws
September 11, 2025
Spain raises concern over teenage gambling risks
Spain’s Ministry of Social Rights, Consumer Affairs and Agenda 2030 has issued a strong warning regarding the exposure of teenagers to gambling. The Ministry has highlighted that adolescents are not...
iGaming News, Laws
September 11, 2025
iGP expands regulated reach with BetComply support
iGP, a full-service provider in the iGaming sector offering platform, aggregation, and lottery solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with BetComply, a regulatory consultancy recognized for its expertise in...
iGaming News, Laws
September 11, 2025
Allwyn Player Protection Lab supports responsible gaming
Allwyn, a lottery-led gaming and entertainment company with operations across multiple jurisdictions, has announced the launch of the Allwyn Player Protection Lab, a global initiative aimed at advancing responsible gaming...
iGaming News, Laws
September 9, 2025
iGaming in Germany faces stricter oversight and safety
The State Treaty on Gaming 2021, also known as GlüStV, has fundamentally reshaped Germany’s online gambling sector. Its introduction has prompted significant debate among regulators, operators, and players alike. While...
iGaming News, Laws
September 9, 2025
Greek gambling sector under probe for alleged money laundering
The Greek gambling sector has come under significant scrutiny following revelations that the Hellenic Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AML Authority) has identified a possible large-scale money laundering operation. According to officials,...