
Finland is entering a transformative phase in its gambling sector as the country prepares to introduce its first private business-to-consumer licensing framework. The anticipated reform is expected to open the market to competition, attract international operators and reshape the domestic advertising landscape. At the same time, policymakers have adopted one of Europe’s most restrictive approaches to gambling marketing, placing clear limits on how companies can promote their services....
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iGaming News, Laws
March 13, 2026
Dutch parties propose nationwide ban on online gambling ads
Debate around gambling regulation in the Netherlands has intensified after two political parties introduced a proposal that would prohibit online gambling advertising across the country. The initiative reflects growing political...
iGaming News, Laws
March 13, 2026
Greece calls for stronger safeguards to reduce underage gambling risks
Concerns about the exposure of young people to gambling are gaining renewed attention in Greece. The Hellenic National Committee on Bioethics and Technoethics has urged the government to reinforce safeguards...
iGaming News, Laws
March 11, 2026
German survey finds gambling ads influence vulnerable players
A large German survey involving nearly 4,800 active gamblers has concluded that individuals experiencing gambling-related problems are significantly more likely to report being influenced by gambling advertising. The research highlights...
Finance News, iGaming News
March 11, 2026
Ukraine players deposited €3.95bn into gambling accounts in 2025
Ukraine’s gambling sector recorded significant financial activity in 2025 as players deposited approximately €3.95 billion, equivalent to about 158 billion Ukrainian hryvnia, into betting and gaming accounts during the year....
iGaming News, Laws
March 10, 2026
Slovakia launches gambling risk education with University of Trnava
Gambling Regulatory Authority of Slovakia has entered into a formal partnership with University of Trnava to create an education-focused initiative addressing gambling risks, regulatory awareness and prevention strategies. The collaboration...
iGaming News, Laws
March 2, 2026
Kansspelautoriteit reviews ad breaches involving TonyBet, Betcity and Kansino
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), commonly referred to as the Dutch Gambling Authority, has formally contacted three licensed operators, TonyBet, Betcity and Kansino, in relation to separate marketing compliance incidents. The cases...
iGaming News, Laws
February 27, 2026
Denmark gambling reform package strengthens consumer protection rules
The Government of Denmark has introduced a wide ranging legislative proposal designed to reform the national gambling sector. Presented by the Danish Minister of Taxation, the initiative has received firm...
iGaming News, Laws
February 25, 2026
KSA clarifies ban on role models in gambling ads including influencers
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit has issued further clarification regarding the implementation of the national ban on the use of role models in gambling advertising. The authority confirmed that the...
iGaming News, Laws
February 19, 2026
Finland gambling reform draws criticism over AI and channelisation
Finland’s proposed framework for responsible gambling is attracting intensified scrutiny as the public consultation period approaches its conclusion on 24 February. The draft recommendations, published on 27 January by the...
iGaming News, Laws
January 28, 2026
Finland reviews scratchcard gift rules under new gambling law
Finland’s government has launched an official assessment of whether the longstanding prohibition on gifting scratchcards should be reversed under its newly adopted gambling law. The review is part of the...
iGaming News, Laws
August 5, 2025
Rise in gambling tax fuels illegal betting in Netherlands
In January 2025, the Dutch authorities implemented an increase in the gambling tax rate, raising it from 30.5% to 34.2%. The primary objective behind this decision was to enhance state...
iGaming News, Laws
July 11, 2025
Romania bans celebrity endorsements in gambling ads
Romania’s National Audiovisual Council (Consiliul Național al Audiovizualului, CNA) has taken a decisive step to strengthen oversight of gambling advertisements by implementing a nationwide prohibition on featuring celebrities in promotional...
iGaming News, Laws
July 10, 2025
KSA sees strong compliance after ad sponsorship ban
The Dutch gambling authority, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has conveyed its approval of the outcomes following the recent enforcement of the prohibition on gambling-related sports sponsorships. The ban, which officially came...
iGaming News, Laws
June 27, 2025
Ireland and Gibraltar regulators sign cooperation deal
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) has taken a significant step toward strengthening international regulatory cooperation by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gibraltarian Gambling Regulator. The...
iGaming News, Laws
February 6, 2025
KSA Implements New Policy for Responsible Gaming
In recent years, the gaming industry has faced increasing scrutiny to ensure that gambling remains a safe and responsible activity for players. To address these concerns, gambling authorities across the...





























