Ireland has introduced a new national framework for tackling financial crime that places greater attention on gambling, cryptocurrency and payment flows. The measures form part of a 30-point action plan published alongside the country's latest National Risk Assessment on Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Proliferation Financing....
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Compliance & AML
August 11, 2026
Konami Gaming Secures ISO 27001 Certification for Casino Technology Systems
Konami Gaming has announced that it has secured ISO 27001 certification for its information security management system supporting the SYNKROS casino management system and Konami Online Interactive. The certification represents...
Compliance & AML
July 31, 2026
Upcoming Compliance Deadlines for Operators with a Curaçao Gaming License
Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) licensees face several active compliance deadlines between now and October 2026. Operators licensed under the Landsverordening op de Kansspelen (LOK) should treat 2026 as a compliance...
Compliance & AML
July 24, 2026
Gambling ads show strong compliance with UK ASA age rules
The UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has reported strong compliance among licensed gambling operators with advertising rules designed to protect young audiences. According to the regulator's latest monitoring report, only...
Compliance & AML
July 20, 2026
Polymarket faces French ISP blocking order over gambling compliance
France has intensified its regulatory approach to online gambling by directing internet service providers to block access to Polymarket, a prediction market platform that the country's gambling regulator considers unavailable...
Compliance & AML
June 8, 2026
MGA urges gambling operators to strengthen World Cup 2026 monitoring
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has issued a formal reminder to its licensed operators, urging them to strengthen monitoring efforts and remain vigilant throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026. The...
Compliance & AML
June 3, 2026
GGPoker selects GeoLocs by mkodo to strengthen Ontario compliance
GGPoker has announced a new partnership with GeoLocs by mkodo, selecting the geolocation technology provider to support its regulated online gaming operations in Ontario. The agreement is designed to help...
Compliance & AML
May 13, 2026
EM Group: One partner for licensing, compliance and corporate services
When the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off on 11 June, betting demand will not ramp up slowly — it will surge overnight. Millions of players, nonstop fixtures, and weeks...
Compliance & AML
May 4, 2026
VNLOK appoints Rosemarijn Dral as new director amid Dutch reforms
The VNLOK has appointed Rosemarijn Dral as its new Director at a time of notable transition for the Netherlands’ regulated online gambling sector. The decision reflects a broader effort by...
Compliance & AML
April 27, 2026
Kansspelautoriteit bans own goal bets over match-fixing concerns
The Kansspelautoriteit has directed licensed operators to remove betting markets on own goals, citing heightened risks linked to match manipulation. The decision follows a targeted review of sportsbook offerings in...
Compliance & AML
April 17, 2026
SBC Summit Malta: Compliance, Risk and Operational Resilience
As the industry faces growing pressure from cyber threats, fraud, and regulatory uncertainty, SBC Summit Malta will feature a dedicated 'Operations and Compliance' stage focused on helping businesses strengthen security...
Compliance & AML
April 14, 2026
Kansspelautoriteit finds minimal underage access in online gambling
The Kansspelautoriteit has concluded that minors are largely unable to access licensed online gambling platforms in the Netherlands, following a detailed regulatory review of account registration and financial verification systems....
Compliance & AML
April 13, 2026
Bulgarian Sports Totalizator restores operations after leadership changes
Bulgarian Sports Totalizator has reported a rapid return to operational stability following a significant leadership restructuring, stating that key processes were restored within seven days. The state-owned lottery operator confirmed...
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...
Compliance & AML
April 10, 2026
KSA flags Unibet operator Optdeck for AML non‑compliance
The Kansspelautoriteit has issued a formal regulatory instruction to Optdeck Service Limited, the operator behind the Unibet brand, following findings of non-compliance with Dutch anti-money laundering requirements. The decision reflects...
Compliance & AML
April 8, 2026
IBIA reports 70 betting alerts in Q1 2026 across global markets
The International Betting Integrity Association has reported a total of 70 suspicious betting alerts during the first quarter of 2026, spanning 10 different sports and multiple global regions. The findings...
Compliance & AML
April 3, 2026
Brazil strengthens fight against match-fixing with new national policy
The Government of Brazil has taken a decisive step toward protecting the integrity of sports competitions with the introduction of a comprehensive regulatory framework aimed at combating match-fixing. Through Interministerial...
Compliance & AML
March 27, 2026
EU online gambling fraud rises as EGBA urges coordinated action plan
The European Gaming and Betting Association has called on the European Commission to take decisive and coordinated action against a growing wave of online gambling fraud. The association submitted detailed...
Compliance & AML
March 25, 2026
JOI Gaming Limited faces KSA scrutiny over JACKS.NL link
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit has formally addressed JOI Gaming Limited following a compliance issue tied to advertising restrictions in the Netherlands. The matter relates to a link embedded on...
Compliance & AML
March 25, 2026
SkillOnNet partners with ClearStake to strengthen compliance framework
SkillOnNet has entered into a strategic partnership with ClearStake aimed at improving enhanced due diligence processes and strengthening source of funds verification across its platform portfolio. The agreement represents a...
Compliance & AML
March 24, 2026
STS joins IBIA network to strengthen sports betting integrity
STS has formally joined the International Betting Integrity Association, marking a notable development in the regulated sports betting sector. The agreement connects the operator to a global monitoring system that...
Compliance & AML
March 23, 2026
Isle of Man eyes personal fines for AML failings in gambling
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission has initiated a significant consultation process that could reshape regulatory enforcement within the island’s gambling sector. The proposed legislative reform seeks to expand...
Compliance & AML
March 23, 2026
Greek Gaming Commission prepares operators for EU AML framework
The Hellenic Gaming Commission has initiated a formal process to prepare licensed gambling operators for a significant regulatory shift across the European Union. As part of its supervisory role, the...
Compliance & AML
March 19, 2026
Malta Gaming Authority system breach triggers cybersecurity probe
The Malta Gaming Authority has confirmed that it recently identified a cybersecurity incident affecting part of its internal infrastructure. The Authority stated that it acted immediately upon detecting irregular activity,...
Compliance & AML
March 11, 2026
UKGC reminds Cheltenham bookmakers of AML duties
UK Gambling Commission has issued a reminder to on-course bookmakers operating during the Cheltenham Festival regarding their responsibilities under anti-money laundering rules. The regulator emphasized that licensees must maintain robust...
Compliance & AML
March 10, 2026
BOS responds to EU AMLA sanctions consultation for online gambling
The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) has submitted its official feedback to the European Union Anti‑Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) concerning draft Regulatory Technical Standards related to sanctions within...
Compliance & AML
March 10, 2026
Hollywoodbets Integrates ClearStake ID by Bank for UK Player Verification
Hollywoodbets has confirmed a new collaboration with ClearStake to deploy the company’s ID by Bank verification technology. The initiative is expected to enhance how the operator conducts customer due diligence...