The UK Gambling Commission has reiterated the importance of timely identity verification for remote gambling operators, with Licence Condition 17 remaining a central requirement for businesses operating under its regulatory framework. The rules are intended to ensure that customers are appropriately identified before they are permitted to gamble while reducing situations in which additional verification is first requested when a customer seeks to withdraw funds....
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Gambling Authorities
August 10, 2026
ADM orders blocking of 190 gambling websites across Italy by August 20
Italy’s Customs and Monopolies Agency, Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM), is stepping up administrative controls over unauthorised online gambling activity with a further blocking measure covering 190 gambling...
Gambling Authorities
July 25, 2026
Thailand blocks 55,000 gambling websites during FIFA World Cup 2026
Thailand has significantly expanded its enforcement campaign against illegal gambling websites by blocking more than 55,000 online URLs within a period of less than six weeks. The initiative forms part...
Gambling Authorities
July 24, 2026
Brazil strengthens fight against illegal betting as regulated market grows
Brazil's regulated betting market continued to expand during the first half of 2026, supported by stronger tax revenues, enhanced regulatory oversight and a broader effort to reduce the influence of...
Gambling Authorities
July 24, 2026
UK Gambling Commission confirms regulatory fines will go to treasury
The Gambling Commission has confirmed a significant change to the way regulatory settlement payments will be handled in the United Kingdom. Under the revised policy, all future payments made through...
Gambling Authorities
July 22, 2026
MGA warns of fake iGaming sites impersonating licensed operators
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has issued a fresh warning to players after identifying several iGaming sites that it says are falsely presenting themselves as licensed or authorised operators. The...
Gambling Authorities
July 22, 2026
KSA orders TonyBet to remove football-style ad for breaching rules
The Dutch Gambling Authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has instructed online gambling operator TonyBet to remove an advertisement after determining that it breached the Netherlands' restrictions on the use of role models...
Gambling Authorities
July 20, 2026
UKGC faces growing pressure over UK Gambling affordability checks
The debate surrounding UK Gambling affordability checks has intensified after fresh questions were raised about the Gambling Commission's Financial Risk Assessments and the way the regulator reached its decision to...
Gambling Authorities
July 18, 2026
PAGCOR restructuring nears milestone as GCG readies recommendations
The long-discussed restructuring of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) may reach an important milestone before the end of the year following new developments involving the Governance Commission for...
Gambling Authorities
July 3, 2026
German gambling regulator names Christian Hochgrebe chair
Germany's federal gambling regulator has entered a new phase of leadership with the appointment of Christian Hochgrebe as chairman of the administrative board of the Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL)....
Gambling Authorities
June 19, 2026
ADI Predictstreet faces German review over World Cup advertising exposure
ADI Predictstreet has come under regulatory scrutiny in Germany following its involvement in FIFA World Cup sponsorship activities. The review, initiated by Germany's national gambling regulator, focuses on whether the...
Gambling Authorities
June 19, 2026
European gambling regulators warn on prediction market risks
Nine European gambling regulators have announced a coordinated effort to strengthen oversight of prediction market platforms ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The joint initiative reflects growing concern among...
Gambling Authorities
May 20, 2026
KSA tightens gambling oversight ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has announced stricter monitoring and enforcement measures ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, signalling increased scrutiny of sports betting activity and gambling advertising...
Gambling Authorities
May 15, 2026
GLI and Bulgaria expand gambling regulation talks on AI betting
Gaming Laboratories International has moved to deepen its engagement with Bulgarian gambling authorities as European regulators continue examining how artificial intelligence, esports betting and virtual gaming products should be supervised...
Gambling Authorities
May 7, 2026
KSA intensifies action against illegal gambling ads on Meta platforms
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has intensified its efforts to combat illegal gambling advertising on social media platforms operated by Meta. The authority confirmed that it submitted more than...
Gambling Authorities
May 7, 2026
UKGC hires Head of Illegal Markets to tackle unlicensed online gambling
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has launched a recruitment process for a permanent Head of Illegal Markets as the regulator intensifies efforts to combat unlicensed gambling operators targeting consumers across...
Gambling Authorities
November 3, 2025
GGL releases its first major audit of gambling operators
You may be interested to learn that the Gaming and Gambling Licensing Authority (GGL) has published its inaugural comprehensive audit of gambling operators. This report, based on extensive reviews and...
Gambling Authorities
September 10, 2025
MBR Shows Enforcement Strength but Gaps Remain
MBR enforces corporate governance with strike-offs, but some complex structures still evade oversight in Malta.
Gambling Authorities
March 7, 2025
Ireland Establishes Gambling Regulatory Authority
The Irish government has taken a major step in modernizing the country's gambling laws with the official establishment of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI). This milestone was achieved...
Gambling Authorities
March 6, 2025
How UKGC and MGA compare for iGaming operators
There's a growing interest among iGaming operators in understanding how the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) and the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) stack up against each other. Both regulatory bodies play...
Gambling Authorities
February 7, 2025
The Role of MGA in iGaming Compliance
Malta's Gaming Authority is recognized as a leader in regulating European iGaming. The Authority oversees the industry, ensuring fairness and transparency, while enforcing strict standards to protect both players and...
Gambling Authorities
October 28, 2024
Alderney’s Online Gambling Regulations and Risks
With the rise of online casinos, the regulatory environment in places like Alderney has become increasingly significant for both players and operators. You may be surprised to learn that Alderney's...
Gambling Authorities
October 24, 2024
The Netherlands and the Rising Fines on Global Casino Operators
Netherlands has emerged as a critical player in the global gambling landscape, particularly following its recent regulatory tightening. With the implementation of the new Remote Gambling Act in 2021, authorities...
Gambling Authorities
October 12, 2024
MGA’s Response to Online Casino Irregularities
With the rise of online gaming, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) faces increasing scrutiny regarding its measures to ensure fair play and transparency in the industry. They are tasked with...
Gambling Authorities
September 4, 2024
MGA’s Role in Online Casino Regulation
It's crucial for players and operators alike to understand the pivotal role that the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) plays in online casino regulation. He or she should recognize that the...
Gambling Authorities
May 23, 2024
SGA Backs Credit Card Ban for Gambling
The Swedish Gambling Authority (SGA), known locally as Spelinspektionen, has formally expressed its support for the proposed ban on credit card use in gambling activities. This prohibition, expected to take...
Gambling Authorities
August 15, 2023
Ontario iGaming Operator Faces CA$100,000 Fine
The world of online gambling offers excitement and entertainment, but it also comes with a set of responsibilities that cannot be ignored. A recent case involving an Ontario-based iGaming operator,...