In response to heightened regulatory focus on the online prize draw and competition sector in the United Kingdom, eGaming Integrity, a leading compliance and internal audit advisory firm, has introduced a specialised Voluntary Code Advisory Service. This initiative is designed to assist operators in navigating the evolving expectations set by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) in its Voluntary Code of Good Practice for prize draw and competition operators....
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Compliance & AML
January 26, 2026
Meta under scrutiny for illegal gambling adverts on social media
Meta faces growing criticism for its role in hosting and profiting from illegal gambling advertisements on its social media platforms. Industry bodies and regulators in Europe and the United Kingdom...
Compliance & AML
January 26, 2026
Brazil shuts down more than 25,000 illegal betting websites
Brazilian federal authorities have intensified enforcement against unauthorised betting activity during the country’s first full year under a regulated sports betting framework, blocking more than 25,000 illegal betting websites while...
Compliance & AML
January 23, 2026
Isle of Man gambling regulator outlines money laundering risks
Senior regulatory leaders in the Isle of Man have outlined evolving money laundering risks within the gambling sector while detailing preparations for the upcoming MONEYVAL mutual evaluation scheduled for September...
Compliance & AML
January 21, 2026
KSA broadens oversight to curb illegal gambling in Netherlands
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has announced a major expansion of its enforcement agenda for 2026. The authority is shifting its focus from merely targeting unlicensed gambling operators to...
Compliance & AML
January 21, 2026
Portugal orders Polymarket exit over unauthorized political betting
Portugal’s gambling regulator has taken decisive regulatory action against the blockchain-based prediction market platform Polymarket following a surge in trading activity tied to the country’s presidential election. The Serviço de...
Compliance & AML
January 21, 2026
Cyprus betting authority boosts compliance with undercover inspections
Cyprus’s gambling regulatory body has unveiled a significant escalation in its efforts to enforce compliance within the betting industry. The National Betting Authority (NBA) is implementing a comprehensive surveillance and...
Compliance & AML
January 20, 2026
UK Gambling Commission urges industry action against illegal gambling
The United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) has issued an urgent call for tighter cooperation between regulators and the licensed gambling industry to confront the growing challenge of illegal gambling operations....
Compliance & AML
January 19, 2026
Spelinspektionen reports fewer suspected match-fixing cases in 2025
Sweden’s gambling regulator Spelinspektionen has reported a notable decline in the number of suspected match-fixing cases during 2025 continuing a downward trend observed over recent years. The findings are based...
Compliance & AML
January 19, 2026
Betfair urged to repay fraud-linked commissions after court case
Betfair is facing renewed and increasingly public pressure to return tens of thousands of pounds in commission connected to a high-profile gambling fraud case, after a UK court heard that...
Compliance & AML
January 15, 2026
Regulator access to raw event logs under licence
It's crucial for organizations to understand the parameters surrounding regulator access to raw event logs under licence. With increasing regulatory scrutiny, entities must ensure compliance while managing sensitive data effectively....
Compliance & AML
January 15, 2026
Post-merger integration of AML systems and data
Many organizations face the complex task of integrating Anti-Money Laundering (AML) systems and data following a merger. This process involves consolidating disparate compliance systems, enhancing data accuracy, and ensuring regulatory...
Compliance & AML
January 15, 2026
Cash pooling structures and ring fencing player funds
Funds management is a critical aspect for businesses in the gaming industry, particularly in ensuring compliance and security. Cash pooling structures offer a way to optimize liquidity by consolidating resources...
Compliance & AML
January 14, 2026
Ukraine blocks Polymarket over licensing and gambling laws
Ukraine has moved to restrict public access to the decentralised prediction market Polymarket following a regulatory determination that the platform has been operating without the required local gambling licence. The...
Compliance & AML
January 13, 2026
Czech Republic faces rising losses from unlicensed gambling
A newly published analytical report has renewed debate over the scale and impact of unlicensed gambling in the Czech Republic, warning that the state may be losing billions of koruna...
Compliance & AML
January 13, 2026
How Malta’s FIAU Tightened Its Casino Compliance Checks?
You may be interested to learn how Malta's Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has strengthened its oversight of casino operations. Recent regulatory changes have introduced more rigorous compliance checks aimed...
Compliance & AML
January 12, 2026
How the German Regulator Plans to Tackle Unlicensed Casinos?
Most of the German regulatory landscape is grappling with the rise of unlicensed online casinos, which pose significant risks to consumers and undermine the legal gaming market. In response, regulators...
Compliance & AML
January 12, 2026
The Real Impact of the EU’s Sixth AML Directive on Operators
Over recent years, the European Union has implemented the Sixth Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Directive, significantly reshaping the regulatory landscape for operators across various sectors. This directive introduces stricter compliance requirements...
Compliance & AML
January 10, 2026
Inside the GGL’s 2025 Enforcement Strategy
Strategy plays a vital role in shaping the enforcement framework of the GGL as it approaches 2025. This plan outlines innovative approaches to compliance and oversight within the industry, focusing...
Compliance & AML
January 10, 2026
Inside the FIAU’s 2025 Enforcement Priorities
FIAU is set to refine its approach to enforcement in 2025, focusing on enhanced regulatory measures and strategic priorities. This blog post will explore the key areas of emphasis for...
Compliance & AML
January 9, 2026
Luxembourg Advances Bill to Tackle Illegal Gambling
Luxembourg has taken a decisive step to strengthen its approach to illegal gambling with the introduction of a new legislative proposal. The draft bill seeks to modernise the country’s gambling...
Compliance & AML
January 9, 2026
Swedish regulator bans Claymore Malta from online gambling
The Swedish gambling authority, Spelinspektionen, has prohibited Claymore Malta Ltd from providing any gaming services to players in Sweden. The regulatory action follows concerns that the company was targeting Swedish...
Compliance & AML
January 9, 2026
How Casinos Use AI to Detect Money Laundering Patterns?
Casinos increasingly rely on artificial intelligence to enhance their surveillance and compliance efforts against money laundering activities. By analyzing vast amounts of transactional data in real time, AI systems can...
Compliance & AML
January 8, 2026
Omega Point teams with BetComply for real money PvP game launch
Omega Point, a rising developer in the real-money gaming sector, has entered into a strategic partnership with compliance specialist BetComply. The collaboration is aimed at preparing the launch of a...
Compliance & AML
January 7, 2026
UKGC reports record compliance actions and declining penalties
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has reported a significant increase in compliance activity for the fiscal year 2024-25, completing nearly 3,000 more interventions than in any previous year. The Commission...
Compliance & AML
January 7, 2026
Firesand and RiskCherry enhance security and certification in iGaming
Firesand, a leading provider of iGaming security solutions and software, has announced an enhanced collaboration with RiskCherry, a specialist in iGaming certification services. This partnership is designed to combine the...
Compliance & AML
January 7, 2026
What the FIAU Learnt from the 2024 Enforcement Wave
Over the course of the 2024 Enforcement Wave, the Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) gained significant insights into compliance challenges and operational effectiveness within the financial sector. This initiative highlighted...