On 26 July 2024, shortly after midday, an email arrived at the Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder that would later become part of the proceedings surrounding Bet3000’s German licence. It had been sent by lawyer Dr. Damir Böhm and concerned reports about activity in betting shops previously associated with Bet3000. Dr. Böhm was quite clear about the status of the information. He was passing on what he had been told by people connected with betting intermediaries, not describing something he had personally witnessed, and he expressly suggested that the regulator use its own......
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Regulation & Licensing
August 10, 2026
Netherlands enters first major gambling licences renewal cycle in 2026
The Netherlands is entering a significant phase in the development of its regulated online gambling market as the first wave of gambling licences granted after the October 2021 market opening...
Regulation & Licensing
August 10, 2026
Ukraine study finds 86% of online casino players prefer licensed sites
A new Ukrainian study of active online casino users indicates a strong preference for licensed gambling platforms, with 86% of respondents saying they choose operators that are authorised within the...
Gambling Authorities
August 7, 2026
ADM to launch new Italy gambling disputes portal for players in September
Italy’s Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) is moving ahead with a new digital system intended to give players a more structured route for raising complaints about licensed online gambling operators....
Gambling Authorities
August 6, 2026
MGA review highlights governance gaps among licensed operators
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has published the results of its latest thematic review examining governance practices among licensed gambling operators and suppliers. The assessment forms part of the regulator's...
Events & Conferences
August 5, 2026
SBC Launches New Global Prediction Markets Forum in Lisbon
SBC has announced the launch of the Global Prediction Markets Forum, a new standalone event dedicated to one of the fastest-evolving sectors in betting and finance. Taking place on 1...
Regulation & Licensing
August 5, 2026
Austria submits draft gambling reforms to European Commission for review
Austria has taken a significant step toward reshaping its gambling sector after submitting its proposed gambling reforms to the European Commission for review. The draft legislation marks the country's most...
Gambling Law & Taxation
August 3, 2026
Romania updates gambling winnings tax with new three-tier system
Romania has introduced a new taxation framework for gambling winnings, marking another significant step in the government's broader fiscal reform programme. The revised tax system came into force on 1...
Investigations
July 31, 2026
Germany regulates gambling while trading apps imitate it
Germany has spent years constructing one of Europe’s most restrictive systems for licensed online gambling. Deposits are monitored across providers, self-exclusion is centralised, virtual slots are slowed down and product...
Investigations
July 27, 2026
GGL collected player data for years. Why wait until 2027?
Germany’s gambling authority has built a system capable of following the regulated online activity of millions of registered players. It has required licensed operators to connect their systems, transmit information...
Marketing & Sponsorships
July 25, 2026
Brazil allows exceptions for betting advertising at the FIFA WWC 2027
Brazil has introduced a special legal framework that will allow selected international betting brands to participate in sponsorship and institutional marketing during the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, even if...
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...
Compliance & AML
July 24, 2026
Google expands gambling ads across 37 markets with stricter advertiser rules
Google has announced significant updates to its policies governing gambling ads, introducing broader access to its programmatic advertising network while strengthening certification requirements for advertisers using Google Ads. The changes...
Gambling Law & Taxation
July 24, 2026
Polymarket to challenge French ban in court after regulator blocks access
Polymarket plans to challenge France's decision to block access to its platform after the country's gambling regulator instructed internet service providers to restrict access. The legal dispute highlights the growing...
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...
Investigations
July 24, 2026
Lotto BW used the World Cup to promote online slots
While Germany’s gambling regulator warned about the risks surrounding World Cup betting, a company owned entirely by the state of Baden-Württemberg was running its own football-themed online slot competition. Lotto...
Responsible Gambling
July 23, 2026
Svenska Spel defends safer gambling commitment amid revenue growth debate
Sweden's state-owned gambling operator Svenska Spel has defended its commitment to safer gambling after facing public criticism over whether its recent commercial success is being prioritised ahead of player protection....
Gambling Law & Taxation
July 23, 2026
Bulgaria rejects higher gambling tax, keeps current advertising rules
Bulgaria has decided not to proceed with opposition proposals that sought to increase the country's gambling tax and introduce stricter advertising restrictions for gambling operators. The decision follows parliamentary discussions...
Investigations
July 23, 2026
Evolution fined £4.75m as illegal operators remain anonymous
The UK Gambling Commission has finally published its settlement with Evolution after genuine Evolution games were found on six unlicensed websites operated by two companies. The Commission says these websites...
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...
People & Appointments
July 22, 2026
British Horseracing Authority appoints Simon Cox as new chair
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has confirmed the appointment of Simon Cox as its new chair, marking an important leadership transition for British racing at a time of significant regulatory...
Investigations
July 22, 2026
Germany’s €5 online slot limit lacks public clarity
Germany has increased the maximum permitted stake on licensed online slot games from €1 to as much as €5 per spin. It is the most substantial change to the regulated...
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...
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...
Investigations
July 20, 2026
Germany acted too late on FIFA sponsor ADI Predictstreet
German viewers saw ADI Predictstreet throughout the FIFA World Cup before the country’s gambling regulator stopped them from accessing its platform. The company’s branding appeared on stadium advertising boards, around...
Gambling Authorities
July 18, 2026
New Zealand opens registrations for Online Casino Licence auction
New Zealand has officially advanced its plans to establish a regulated online gambling sector by opening registrations for its upcoming Online Casino Licence auction. The latest development marks an important...
People & Appointments
July 16, 2026
1xCare appoints first Advisory Committee for player safety
1xCare has announced the appointment of its first Advisory Committee following the official launch of the initiative during iGB L!VE earlier this month. The committee has been established to provide...