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Industry
March 13, 2025
AUSTRAC CEO: Gambling Industry Should Help Combat Crime
The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC), a regulatory body responsible for financial crime, vowed to continue its intense oversight of the gaming sector. During a recent keynote address, its chief executive officer announced that penalties await any violators. AUSTRAC Says Violators Shouldn’t Expect Leniency NEXT.io reported that CEO Brendan Thomas’ address was delivered […]
Industry
March 10, 2025
Government to Bolster the Isle of Man’s AML and CTF Defenses
The Isle of Man announced that it will be strengthening its iGaming sector against bad actors from East and Southeast Asia. The government confirmed that its agencies will be taking “significant and wide-reaching actions” to enforce the law and investigate crime. The Island Recognizes the Threats In its official announcement, the government explained that online […]
Industry
February 11, 2025
DGOJ Welcomed Spanish Operators and Regulators in Latest AML Meeting
Spain’s national gaming regulator, the DGOJ, has met with gaming operators to discuss the future of money laundering prevention in the country. The authority sought to create a space where industry stakeholders could openly discuss the matter and propose possible improvements. Regulators and Operators Discussed AML Measures The DGOJ’s latest meeting was hosted in partnership […]
Industry
February 4, 2025
Manitoba Ramps up Efforts Against Money Laundering via Casinos
The government of Manitoba, Canada, announced enhanced efforts against money laundering. The latest crackdown comes at a time when more criminals are attempting to launder ill-gained funds, such as money from the sale of Fentanyl, through casinos across the province. However, the latest crackdown will enable Manitoba-based operators to report suspicious transactions to federal and […]
Industry
January 15, 2025
Danish Regulator Highlights Affiliate-Related Money Laundering Risks
Denmark’s Gambling Authority, the Spillemyndigheden, has warned operators of possible money laundering dangers related to the use of affiliate companies. While affiliates are a great way for gambling companies to reach wider audiences, their use is not completely risk-free, the regulator said. Affiliates Are Risky, the Danish Regulator Says The Spillemyndigheden described affiliates as “marketing […]
Legal
December 9, 2024
Indonesia Arrests Man Suspected of Laundering Illegal Gambling Proceeds
A Chinese national believed to be a part of an illegal gambling syndicate has been arrested in Indonesia. The man, who’s been sought by the Chinese authorities for some time, is also believed to have laundered millions of dollars from the illegal operation. Criminal with Ties to Illegal Gambling Has Been Arrested Beijing had issued […]
Legal
December 4, 2024
Former EU Justice Chief Faces Money Laundering Allegations
Didier Reynders, who until recently served as the European Commissioner for Justice, is now at the center of a Belgian police investigation into allegations of money laundering. The probe, focusing on transactions associated with the Belgian National Lottery, casts a shadow over the career of one of Belgium’s most prominent political figures and raises questions […]
Industry
December 2, 2024
UKGC Updates Operator AML Requirements
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has implemented new anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) requirements for gambling operators. These new requirements, effective 29 November 2024, will enhance industry supervision by clarifying the roles of key personnel and ensuring greater accountability. This change will also complement other regulatory updates to strengthen consumer protections. Key Personnel […]
Industry
October 31, 2024
Isle of Man Regulator Responds to UN’s Laxity Accusations
Isle of Man’s Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has responded to a UN report that accused it of relaxed licensing practices. While the report suggested that the commission has allowed Asian criminals to exploit the licensing system for cyber fraud, the GSC said that its team remains vigilant. The GSC Refuted the Laxity Claims Mark […]
Legal
September 18, 2024
British Columbia Cracks Down on Suspected Casino Money Laundering Scheme
The British Columbia government is seeking a court order to forfeit CAD880,000 ($647,000) deposited as a bond with the Canada Border Services Agency by a man the government alleges was a multimillionaire leader of a criminal gang that ran illegal gaming houses and laundered money through casinos. The suspect, T.L., reportedly has ties to Chinese […]
