Industry
March 11, 2024
UKGC Adds Nine Members to Its Industry Forum
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has unveiled new additions to its Industry Forum. Announced in 2023, the forum will be made up of members of the gambling sector who will advise the regulator and provide it with important industry insights. In addition to Nick Rust, who was announced as chairman of the Industry Forum in […]
Industry
March 11, 2024
Pennsylvania Could Ban Credit Cards for Online Gaming
On March 8, Pennsylvania Senator Wayne Fontana representing D-Allegheny County announced his intention to introduce a bill that would forbid the use of credit cards for online gambling and sports betting. The prohibition that is soon to be expressed in his upcoming bill would also include the state’s iLottery. Gambling and Credit Card Debt Often […]
Legal
March 11, 2024
Iran Busts Huge UK-Based Online Gambling Scheme
The Iranian government has reported busting a huge UK-based gambling operation. The illegal scheme was reportedly the biggest gambling and betting online network in the country. According to the Iranian Ministry of Intelligence, the fraudulent scheme was operated from the United Kingdom. On Saturday, the ministry reported that it had finally been busted, following an […]
Industry
March 8, 2024
Swedish Gambling Regulator Extends MoU Agreement with UKGC
In November 2019, Spelinspektionen, the Swedish gambling regulator, inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the gambling regulator in the UK, the Gambling Commission. The international collaboration focused on identifying best practices, exchanging information and ensuring the sustainable growth of the two markets. The strategic MoU between the Gambling Commission and the Swedish gambling regulator […]
Industry
March 8, 2024
Montenegro Gaming at Peril as Country Contemplates Electronic Payments Ban
The Montenegro government recently announced its plans to ban the use of electronic payment methods on betting sites, sparking industry concerns. Montenegro Bet, a local trade association, has expressed its disagreement with the measure, calling it “unconstitutional.” The change is outlined in the proposed Article 68f of Montenegro’s gambling law. If passed, it would prohibit […]
Industry
March 8, 2024
Indigenous MP Accuses the NT Government of Favoring the Gambling Industry
Yingiya Mark Guyula, a Northern Territory indigenous leader and independent MP, has accused the government of allowing iGaming companies to rip off local players. According to him, the government in the Australian region has been ignoring the First Nations’ pleas for a healthier ecosystem. As reported by The Guardian Australia, Guyula slammed online casino companies […]
Industry
March 7, 2024
Google’s Spam Policy Updates May Impact the Broader Gambling Sector
Google’s recent adjustments to its spam policy, unveiled in the March update, have stirred concerns within the affiliate marketing community. These modifications, aimed at enhancing search result quality, particularly address issues like expired domain abuse, third-party page regulations, and scaled content abuse. Such changes align with Google’s mission to refine its services and comply with […]
Industry
March 7, 2024
Lithuania Considers Stricter Gambling Regulations
The Lithuanian Ministry of Finance is spearheading efforts to tighten regulations in the gambling sector, proposing amendments that would compel gambling companies to actively monitor individuals showing signs of gambling addiction or facing significant losses. Although the country faced difficulties tightening regulations in the past, its newfound political will should be sufficient to implement lasting […]
Industry
March 7, 2024
Australia: NT Government Plans Changes to Gambling Regulations
Currently, gambling is identified as a serious public health issue across Australia. Each month, hundreds of millions of Australian dollars are lost to gambling, making the yearly losses billions. While gambling is widely spread across the country, the government anticipates changes to the vertical that seek to curb problem and excessive gambling and restrict losses […]
Industry
March 7, 2024
UK Gambling Minister Participates in Gambling with Lives Parliamentary Forum
Last year, the UK government released a review of the Gambling Act 2005, the biggest reform of the country’s gambling regulations in nearly two decades. This strategic review ultimately seeks to ensure the establishment of effective regulations that combat gambling harm and prevent gambling addiction in a time when the popularity of online gambling continues […]
