The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission has initiated a significant consultation process that could reshape regulatory enforcement within the island’s gambling sector. The proposed legislative reform seeks to expand accountability beyond corporate entities by introducing the possibility of direct financial penalties against individuals holding key operational and compliance roles....
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iGaming News, Laws
March 18, 2026
Gibraltar Gambling Bill advances with expanded regulatory framework
The Government of Gibraltar has taken a significant legislative step toward modernising its gambling sector, as the proposed Gibraltar Gambling Bill 2025 successfully passed its first reading in Parliament. The...
iGaming News, Laws
February 10, 2026
Armenia advances real time gambling monitoring system reform
Armenia has taken a further legislative step toward the introduction of a national real time gambling monitoring system. A new bill presented to parliament by the State Revenue Committee seeks...
iGaming News, Laws
January 29, 2026
Nordic regulators struggle to measure online gambling black market
A new academic review published in the respected journal PLOS One has raised concerns about the capability of gaming regulators in the Nordic region to accurately understand and measure the...
Companies & People, iGaming News
January 22, 2026
Kirsty Caldwell named interim chair of Gambling Commission Industry Forum
The Gambling Commission has announced a significant leadership appointment within its Industry Forum with the selection of Kirsty Caldwell as Interim Chair. The decision comes at a critical time for...
iGaming News, Laws
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...
iGaming News, Laws
January 5, 2026
KSA updates governance model and strengthens player protection
The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has entered 2026 with a refreshed governance model and an updated Board of Directors aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of its supervision and enforcement...
iGaming News, Laws
November 24, 2025
Lithuania boosts efforts to curb illegal gambling sites
Lithuania has recently escalated its efforts to address a significant rise in illegal remote gambling activities and fraudulent online domains. In response to growing concerns regarding consumer harm, digital financial...
Companies & People, iGaming News
October 14, 2025
Prime Minister takes control of Curaçao Gaming Authority
The political landscape of Curaçao has entered a phase of turbulence following the mass resignation of the Supervisory Board of Commissioners of the Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA). The entire board’s...
iGaming News, Laws
October 8, 2025
Isle of Man reflects on Timor-Leste gambling licence suspension
The Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) of the Isle of Man has issued a detailed reflection on the recent decision by the Government of Timor-Leste to suspend all online gambling licences....
iGaming News, Laws
August 12, 2025
UK Government considers reforms to gambling licensing
Earlier in 2025, Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, initiated an independent taskforce aimed at revising licensing regulations under the Licensing Act 2003 to stimulate growth within London’s hospitality sector....
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August 5, 2025
Why Cyprus’s Schengen Accession might alarm its Quietest Guests?
Cyprus joins Schengen in 2026, ending discretion for criminal networks and reshaping border, visa, and regulatory oversight.
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
July 26, 2025
Is EM Group Just a Trustee or an Operational Director?
Explore whether EM Group’s role in Curaçao’s gaming sector extends beyond trustee duties.
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June 17, 2025
How Malta’s registrar avoids verifying company data
You may be surprised to learn that Malta's company registrar has a unique approach to data verification. Unlike many jurisdictions, the Maltese system prioritizes simplicity and efficiency in registration processes,...
Finance News
April 30, 2025
Malta’s Crypto Firms and Undeclared Transaction Pairs
Many observers of the cryptocurrency landscape are turning their attention to Malta, known as a hub for crypto innovation and regulation. However, a noteworthy trend has emerged as several firms...
NEWS Malta
April 9, 2025
PN motion challenges new environmental permit rules
The Nationalist Party (PN) has tabled a parliamentary motion proposing amendments to the newly introduced Environmental Permits Regulations, which it argues are ineffective and unclear. The party believes that the...
NEWS Malta
February 18, 2025
Malta Court Calls Out FIAU for Unfair Compliance Fine
In a significant legal ruling, the Maltese courts have ordered the Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) to return a fine of €133,148 to Trive Financial Services Malta Limited. The court...
NEWS Malta
January 27, 2025
Malta’s OHSA Faces Conflict of Interest Allegations
The Occupational Health and Safety Authority (OHSA), the key regulator for workplace health and safety in Malta, is facing significant criticism over an apparent conflict of interest involving its recently...
Casinos & Bonus, Editor’s Choice 1
December 8, 2024
Wagerinox and the Responsibilities of Curaçao’s Gaming Licensors C.I.L.
Despite the deregistration of its parent company, Predicten N.V., in September 2024, the online casino platform Wagerinox continues to operate and actively serve customers globally.
iGaming News, Laws
October 9, 2024
Australia’s Weak Online Casino Laws Exploited by Criminals
It's imperative for you to understand how Australia's weak online casino laws have become a playground for criminals. As the digital gambling industry continues to expand, lax regulations have created...
iGaming News, Laws
July 1, 2024
Challenges in Swedish Gambling Regulation
The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (#BOS) recently addressed significant concerns regarding Sweden’s #gambling regulation in an op-ed published in @DagensNyheter, Sweden’s foremost #morningnewspaper. The online release on Friday...
iGaming News, Laws
April 8, 2024
Gambling Commission Strategy Overview
Great Britain’s Gambling Commission has laid out its strategic roadmap for the next four years, outlining targeted investments to support its core objectives, including the success of the National Lottery....
iGaming News, Licenses & Payments
March 26, 2024
Anjouan: Prime iGaming Licensing Haven
Anjouan, once a hidden gem nestled in the Indian Ocean, has emerged as a leading choice for iGaming operators seeking regulatory stability and efficiency. Explore its journey from obscurity to...