For many years, compliance was largely viewed as a human-driven function. Teams reviewed customer files, monitored transactions, assessed risks and submitted reports based on manual processes and professional judgement. While technology certainly played a supporting role, responsibility remained visibly attached to individual employees, compliance officers and senior management....
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People & Appointments
February 11, 2026
Kansspelautoriteit appoints Carol Verheij as vice chair
The Kansspelautoriteit has confirmed that Carol Verheij will join its board as a member and vice chair from 1 March 2026. The appointment was formally announced by the Dutch government...
Licences
January 5, 2026
Anjouan offshore licences face growing international scrutiny
At first sight, Anjouan presents itself as an attractive offshore destination for financial and gambling businesses seeking fast market entry and low operating costs. The small island, part of the...
Compliance & AML
December 22, 2025
Lithuania fines Tete-a-tete €341,049 over AML compliance failures
Lithuania’s Gambling Supervision Authority (GSA) has imposed a financial penalty of €341,049 on casino operator JSC Tete-a-tete following a regulatory review that identified significant shortcomings in the company’s anti-money laundering...
Investigations
December 2, 2025
Evolution litigation shifts as Black Cube evidence emerges
Black Cube’s new evidence challenges Evolution’s narrative, raising regulatory, compliance, and jurisdictional concerns in ongoing litigation.
iGaming News, Laws
November 28, 2025
Malta Gaming Authority warning on false Maltese licence claims
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), widely regarded as one of Europe’s most established regulatory bodies for online gaming and betting, has issued a formal public notice concerning the misuse of...
Investigations
October 30, 2025
Malta Media to test Evolution’s offshore footprint
Malta Media to test Evolution’s footprint in offshore markets, probing supplier visibility, regulatory gaps, and player protection.
Companies & People, iGaming News
October 7, 2025
Evoke updates gaming compliance framework with key hires
Evoke, a leading global gaming operator, has announced strategic appointments to its Gaming Compliance Committee, naming Mark Summerfield as Chair and Sean Wilkins as a new member. The appointments aim...
Investigations
September 29, 2025
Christian Block’s blueprint for corporate invisibility!
Mansion Group's European exit highlights governance gaps, director roles, and lack of structured disclosure in regulated markets.
Legal Analysis
September 20, 2025
Gibraltar Faces Bias Concerns in Manasco v Mansion Case
Gibraltar’s courts and regulators under scrutiny as questions of judicial bias, transparency, and recusal linger in Manasco v Mansion.
Investigations
September 17, 2025
Why Mansion’s governance failures continue unchecked?
Mansion ecosystem shows governance gaps as opaque signature authority undermines accountability and market trust.
Investigations
September 16, 2025
Curaçao’s regulator and its failure to act!
Curaçao Gaming Authority faces criticism over delays, weak enforcement, and poor communication in online gambling oversight.
Investigations
September 10, 2025
EM Group under scrutiny in online gambling disputes
EM Group’s role in online gambling disputes raises questions on trustee and administrative responsibilities.
Investigations
August 20, 2025
Unresolved Questions in Mansion Group’s Corporate Legacy
Mansion Group exposes regulatory gaps, offshore opacity, and whistleblower risks.
Opinion & Commentary
August 15, 2025
Nardy Cramm Exposes Curaçao’s Offshore Gaming Network
Investigative journalist Nardy Cramm uncovers Curaçao’s offshore gambling system and exposes regulatory failures.
Investigations
August 13, 2025
Cedric Pietersz and the Stalled Gambling Reform in Curaçao
Curaçao’s gambling reform stalls under Cedric Pietersz, with licensing delays, weak enforcement, and credibility challenges.
Investigations
August 11, 2025
Mansion signatures: how power operates behind the paper trail!
Explore how signature authority and mandates shape governance in cross-border gambling businesses.
Investigations
July 28, 2025
SoftConstruct Group: Unanswered Questions & Financial Opacity
Investigating SoftConstruct’s opaque structure, governance gaps, and unanswered regulatory questions in the gaming and finance sectors.
iGaming News, Laws
June 21, 2025
The Hidden Risks of Local iGaming Compliance
Over recent years, the iGaming industry has seen a surge in operators claiming to adhere to local compliance regulations. However, this concept of “local compliance” often masks a complex web...
iGaming News, Laws
June 16, 2025
Who Holds Casinos Accountable in Unlicensed Markets?
Most bettors may not realize the complexities involved in unlicensed casino markets, where regulatory oversight is often minimal or nonexistent. This blog post explores the accountability of these casinos, examining...
Investigations
June 9, 2025
Lawrence Quahe – The Quiet Connector!
Explore how lawyer Lawrence Quahe helped structure Mansion Group’s opaque networks without direct wrongdoing but under increasing scrutiny.
iGaming News, Laws
June 9, 2025
Malta iGaming Sector and Its Audit Light Approach
There's a growing conversation surrounding the 'audit light' culture of Malta's iGaming sector, a phenomenon characterized by minimal regulatory scrutiny that could raise concerns about compliance and integrity. As one...
Investigations
June 7, 2025
Employment coercion and Southeast Asia!
Whistleblowers allege Mansion88's restructuring hides forced labour and relocations in weakly regulated jurisdictions.
Investigations
June 7, 2025
Follow-up to the Oddsfly Limited case: how many more are there?
Public records reveal MGA-licensed firms in legal dissolution, raising concerns over regulatory gaps and data synchronisation.
Companies & People, iGaming News
May 27, 2025
Gregory Petts Appointed Isle of Man GSC Chairman
The Isle of Man Treasury has formally appointed Gregory Petts as the new Chairman of the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC). This pivotal leadership transition underscores the jurisdiction's...
Finance News, Licenses & Payments
May 27, 2025
FinCEN’s Scrutiny of Malta’s Payment Networks
Over the past few years, Malta has emerged as a significant hub for cryptocurrency and online payment processing, drawing the attention of various regulatory bodies. In light of recent developments...
Investigations
May 12, 2025
Rotten Rock – Part 6: Disappearing Acts.
Explore the challenges of company dissolution in Gibraltar and its impact on accountability, transparency, and regulatory oversight in offshore jurisdictions.