Industry
January 21, 2025
Netherlands Regulator Shows 1% of Players Make Up 43% of GGR
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) showed that a majority of the country’s gross gambling revenue comes from 1% of players, who are often at high risk of harmful gambling practices. KSA Reveals New Finds According to new data from the Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA), 43% of the country’s gross gambling revenue (GGR) comes from just […]
Industry
January 21, 2025
Flutter Considers Bid for Italy’s Oldest Lottery License
Flutter Entertainment is reportedly considering challenging IGT for Italy’s main lottery license. According to sources, Flutter might join forces with another competitor if it truly wants to dispute IGT’s reign. The Irish Giant Seeks Further Opportunities Sources told The Irish Times that Flutter, which is owned by the Irish gambling company Paddy Power, might join […]
Industry
January 21, 2025
Massachusetts Weighs Major Gambling Law Reforms
Massachusetts lawmakers are considering substantial changes to the state’s sports betting regulations thanks to a newly proposed bill by State Senator John Keenan. SD 1567 builds upon the state’s previous player safety initiatives, introducing measures aimed at shoring up responsible gambling practices, increasing tax rates on operator revenues, and clamping down on certain betting activities […]
Industry
January 21, 2025
Curaçao Unveils Details on Updated Gambling Legislation
Curaçao’s newest National Ordinance on Games of Chance (LOK), passed in December 2024, replaces the outdated master licensing system with a more transparent, structured, and internationally aligned regulatory framework. This transformative legislation should help dispel lingering doubts following the recent high-profile corruption scandals and reinstate Curaçao’s position as a regulated and reputable online gambling hub. […]
Industry
January 21, 2025
France’s ANJ Asks Regulators to Be Vigilant as Illegal Gambling Grows
Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin, chair of the National Gaming Authority in France (L’Autorité Nationale des Jeux/ANJ) has advised European authorities to double down on their efforts against illegal gambling. According to her, European gaming is entering a phase where more serious oversight of the black market is needed. The ANJ Is Wary of the Black Market’s Growth […]
Industry
January 21, 2025
SPA Head Warns Selective Tax Could Be of Bad Omen in Brazil
At the start of the year, Brazil’s government announced a series of decisive measures and fresh gambling rules that would regulate the gambling sector and put an end to black market operations. As explained by the head of the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA) under the Ministry of Finance, Regis Dudena, the new framework […]
Industry
January 21, 2025
UK Gambling Regulator Focuses on Combatting Illegal Gambling
The UK gambling regulator, the Gambling Commission, recently issued a warning after uncovering licensed gambling software appearing on illegal platforms targeting customers in Great Britain. Illegal Gambling in the Sights of the Gambling Commission On Monday this week, the Commission warned that it has identified content by licensed gambling operators on unlicensed, illegal gambling platforms. […]
Industry
January 21, 2025
RSI CIO Takes Leave from Company
Rush Street Interactive has announced the departure of its chief information officer, Einar Roosileht, confirming the move in a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission and a Form 8-K filing. RSI Bids Farewell to CIO Veteran He is leaving the company on amicable terms and as part of mutual consent to terminate his […]
Industry
January 21, 2025
UK Auditing Regulator to Investigate KPMG’s Audit of Entain
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) of the United Kingdom, an independent regulator responsible for auditors, accountants and actuaries, has launched an investigation into KPMG’s audit of Entain’s financials. The probe comes amid KPMG’s shaky reputation in the wake of recent scandals. FRC to Investigate the 2022 Audit As confirmed by the FRC, the body has commenced […]
Industry
January 21, 2025
Online Sports Betting Bill Introduced in Nebraska by Senator Clouse
Lawmakers in Nebraska are making another push to legalize online sports gambling after a proposal failed to pick up traction in the Senate last year. Now, with the recent start of the new legislative session, a separate bill proposes the authorization of online wagering on sports. Mobile Betting Proposal Seeks to Expand the Gambling Options […]
