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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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...
Investigations
July 22, 2026
Germany’s €5 online slot limit lacks public clarity
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Legal Analysis
July 14, 2026
Online gambling in Germany: can channelisation succeed?
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Regulation & Licensing
July 1, 2026
PopOK Gaming secures Portugal market certification
PopOK Gaming has secured certification for Portugal, expanding its regulated-market footprint and certified content offering for licensed operators.
Regulation & Licensing
June 26, 2026
PopOK Gaming secures Argentina market certification
PopOK Gaming secures certification for Argentina, extending its regulated-market expansion in Latin America and making certified content available to local operators.
Legal Analysis
June 22, 2026
When gambling compliance becomes a competitive advantage
Germany’s gambling rules protect players and legal channels, but fixed compliance costs may also strengthen large operators and raise barriers for smaller licensed rivals.
Slots & Games
June 17, 2026
CT Interactive certifies 25 more games in Romania, reaching 126
CT Interactive has certified 25 additional titles in Romania, expanding its approved portfolio to 126 games including Diamond Tree.
Licences
April 20, 2026
Wicked Games secures Swedish B2B licence to expand regulated reach
Wicked Games has obtained a Swedish B2B gaming licence, marking an important step in the company’s ongoing expansion into regulated jurisdictions. The approval allows the studio to provide its gaming...
Regulation
March 4, 2026
BGC launches Black Market iGaming awareness game in UK
The Betting and Gaming Council has introduced a new interactive online initiative designed to inform consumers about the risks associated with unregulated gambling websites. The campaign centres on a digital...
People & Appointments
February 4, 2026
Hippos ATG names Pekka Kaidesoja head of content in Finland
Hippos ATG Oy has confirmed the appointment of Pekka Kaidesoja as its new Head of Content as the company intensifies preparations to enter Finland’s regulated gambling market scheduled for mid‑2027....
Marketing & Sponsorships
February 3, 2026
UK gambling advertising spend falls as illegal marketing risk rises
Advertising expenditure by licensed gambling operators in Great Britain has continued to decline according to a new independent study commissioned by the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC). The report highlights...
Marketing & Sponsorships
February 2, 2026
Gambling advertising drops in UK while black market rises
In 2025, advertising expenditure by licensed gambling operators in the United Kingdom continued to decline, reinforcing a trend that has been in place since 2021. The decrease in promotional activity...
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 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
December 27, 2025
The black market report that needs a second look!
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Regulation
December 18, 2025
UKGC outlines 2026 regulatory updates for iGaming operators
The United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) has confirmed a comprehensive set of regulatory changes that will affect all licensed operators within the igaming sector. These changes, designed to strengthen regulatory...
iGaming News, Taxation
December 5, 2025
BOS warns Sweden over proposed gambling tax increase
Sweden’s leading online gambling association, BOS (Branschföreningen för Onlinespel), has publicly expressed serious concerns regarding the government’s proposal to raise the gambling tax rate. The proposed increase, which would see...
Companies & People, iGaming News
November 28, 2025
Sweden appoints new state secretary for gambling regulation
The Swedish government has made a significant appointment within the Ministry of Finance, which oversees gambling regulation, marking a pivotal step in strengthening regulatory oversight in the country’s gambling sector....
iGaming News, Laws
November 26, 2025
Spain fines 26 gambling operators for compliance breaches
Spain’s gambling regulator has issued a series of financial sanctions against licensed operators, underscoring the country’s increasingly stringent compliance environment. The latest enforcement action, which totals €3.5 million in fines...
iGaming News, Licenses & Payments
October 17, 2025
DATA.BET secures GLI certification to expand in Brazil
DATA.BET, a global supplier of sportsbook technology and solutions, has achieved an important milestone with its recent certification from Gaming Laboratories International (GLI). The certification allows the company to deliver...
iGaming News, Laws
September 5, 2025
GGL warns against illegal social betting in Germany
The Joint Gambling Authority of the German States (GGL) has issued a formal warning regarding the rising trend of illegal social betting within Germany. According to the regulator, these types...
iGaming News, Laws
September 4, 2025
BOS calls for broader gambling inquiry in Sweden
The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) has formally requested the Ministry of Finance to reconsider the ongoing gambling industry inquiry. The association is calling for a broader and...
iGaming News, Laws
September 1, 2025
MGA warns against unauthorised gaming websites in 2025
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), Malta's leading regulatory body overseeing the online and land-based gaming industry, has issued a public warning addressing multiple unauthorised websites that falsely claim association with...
Companies & People, iGaming News
June 12, 2025
Alex Myers Joins eGaming Integrity as Compliance Manager
eGaming Integrity, a firm known for supporting licensed operators in the eGaming industry with compliance expertise and training, has announced the appointment of Alex Myers as its new Compliance Manager...
Opinion & Commentary
March 3, 2025
Regulators vs. iGaming Giants
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