Industry
May 5, 2026
The Netherlands Mulls Over Further Gambling Ad Restrictions
The Netherlands is eyeing potential restrictions on gambling ads after officials acknowledged that the current measures might be insufficient. However, critics said that further restrictions would benefit black market operators while making the regulated industry less competitive. Lawmakers Acknowledged Self-Exclusion Shortcomings The Netherlands previously outlawed untargeted gambling ads, but some lawmakers believe that they must […]
Industry
April 23, 2026
UK Lawmakers Push for Sweeping Gambling Ad Restrictions
The UK government is facing increasing pressure to re-examine its gambling advertising regulations, as lawmakers and campaigners are pushing for new measures that could dramatically reduce the industry’s visibility. A new report from the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Gambling Reform, in collaboration with Peers for Gambling Reform (PGR), argues that current safeguards are no […]
Industry
April 2, 2026
Australian Prime Minister Announces Heavy Restrictions on Gambling Ads
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced broad new limits on gambling advertising across TV, radio, digital platforms, and sports venues. Albanese Reveals the Government’s Crackdown on Gambling Ads In a speech to the National Press Club on Thursday, Albanese said his government was “striking the right balance” with the package. He added that authorities will […]
Industry
February 23, 2026
UK Considers Ban on Unlicensed Gambling Sponsorships in Sports
The British government has unveiled proposals to consult on a possible ban on sports sponsorships by unlicensed gambling operators, as part of a broader crackdown on the black market. UK Regulators Propose Ban on Unlicensed Gambling Sponsorships Under the proposed measures, unlicensed operators could be prohibited from sponsoring UK sports teams, including Premier League clubs. […]
Industry
February 18, 2026
Revised Partnerships Policy Halts Paid Gambling Promotion on X
X, the social media giant formerly known as Twitter, has quietly snuck in a major new change to its Paid Partnerships policy. The Elon Musk-owned platform just excluded gambling from its list of industries permitted to promote their product via organic collaborations, causing turmoil among operators. A Sudden Change in Policy Under the new changes […]
Industry
February 10, 2026
University of Sheffield Study Warns Gambling Ad Regulations Are Insufficient
According to a study from the University of Sheffield, existing regulations on gambling advertising may be inadequate, following new findings showing that television adverts substantially affected betting behavior during the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Researchers Warn of the Effects of Gambling Ads Lead author of the study, Ellen McGrane, a research associate at the University […]
Industry
February 3, 2026
BGC Study on Gaming Ads Suggests Marketing Expenditure Has Declined
Britain’s Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has published the results of a new study into the local gambling sector. The findings suggest that the UK’s gambling marketing is on the decline due to regulatory difficulties, leaving the licensed gaming sector exposed to pressures from the black market. Operators Spent Less on Marketing The Gambling […]
Industry
January 26, 2026
Google to Implement Stricter Rules on Gambling Advertisements
According to a new ruling by Google, Google Ads will introduce stricter certification requirements under its updated Gambling and Games policy, starting from March 23, 2026, which would have a noticeable effect on gambling-related websites. Advertisers operating in any gambling-related category will be required to maintain strong policy compliance to remain eligible for certification. Google […]
Industry
January 13, 2026
French Regulator Flags Troubling Surge in Gambling Marketing
France’s National Gaming Authority (ANJ) has sent a clear warning to operators following its latest market review. According to the regulator, promotional spending by gambling companies is increasing rapidly, even necessitating intervention in select cases. Consumer safety remains a priority for the ANJ, as the authority strives to strike a balance between industry growth and […]
Industry
January 2, 2026
Pressures Against Gaming Ads in the UK Grow Stronger
The UK has experienced quite a few gaming reforms in recent years, but industry critics believe that the changes have failed to address one of the biggest problems – ads. According to The Guardian, the pressures to restrict gambling ads continue to grow stronger. The UK Gaming Sector Has Been Experiencing Changes For context, gambling […]