Lottery
September 18, 2025
Norsk Tipping Faces $1M Fine After Eurojackpot Error
The Norwegian Lottery Authority has issued a notice of violation to Norsk Tipping, saying that the Norwegian state-owned national lottery operator could face a potential fine of up to NOK 10 million (approximately $940,000) due to a significant error in its Eurojackpot system earlier this summer. The proposed fine amounts to approximately 0.1% of the […]
Industry
September 18, 2025
German Watchdog Says Just 1 in 12 Gambling Sites Are Legal
As the Champions League in soccer begins, the German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) has highlighted that illegal gambling websites significantly outnumber licensed operators in Germany, putting players at risk of fraud, gambling addiction, and potential criminal liability. According to the regulator, only 1 of every 12 gambling websites is operating legally. German Gambling Regulator Shows […]
Industry
September 18, 2025
UKGC Publishes the First of Several Illegal Online Gambling Reports
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has published the first of several reports examining Britain’s illegal online gambling market. The inaugural report focuses on player behavior, motivations, and personas, with subsequent reports to focus on other aspects of the black market, including engagement data, enforcement, and challenges. Some People Choose Offshore Operators, Others Stumble Upon Them […]
Casino
September 18, 2025
Italy to Launch Ambitious Anti-Gambling Firewall
Italy will deploy an ambitious project meant to protect consumers from illegal gambling websites automatically. The project, pitched by the Ministry of Economy and Finance as part of its budget proposals, will seek to filter Internet traffic going to websites that are not regulated by the national gambling watchdog, the Customs and Monopolies Agency. Protecting […]
Casino
September 18, 2025
Romanian Regulator Shutters Two Illegal Sites
The Romanian gambling regulator, ONJN, has issued a blocking order against two undisclosed websites, the latest enforcement move by the regulator and an attempt to keep the offshore sector at bay. ONJN Goes After Two Illegal Sites, Does Not Share Names The ONJN has taken steps further in its latest enforcement action, filing a criminal […]
Industry
September 17, 2025
ASA Bans Midnite AI-Generated Soccer Ad for Violating Child Protection Regulations
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), which is the UK’s advertising watchdog, has banned an AI-generated video advertisement by gambling operator Midnite, ruling that it featured a soccer player who has a strong appeal to under-18s. What’s the Issue and ASA’s Ruling? On May 25, 2025, Midnite’s X page shared an AI-generated video featuring a fictional […]
Industry
September 17, 2025
Lottomart Operator to Pay $448K in Fines for Failing to Comply with Regulations
Maple International Ventures, the operator of Lottomart, has agreed to pay GBP360,000 (approximately $448,000) to settle regulatory action, following recent findings by the United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission. According to the Commission, the operator had failed to meet anti-money laundering and social responsibility obligations. UK Gambling Commission Found Lapses in Maple International Ventures’ Operations The Commission […]
Casino
September 16, 2025
Veikkaus Suspends Betting on Floorball as Probe Unfolds
Veikkaus has confirmed that it will temporarily not accept wagers on elite men’s floorball competitions, because of suspicious betting activities that have triggered an inquiry by the Finnish Center for Sports Ethics. The bets were placed on the elite tiers of the sport, including the F-Liiga, the Finnish Cup, international events, and other games that […]
Industry
September 15, 2025
GamCare Expands Its Role in Tackling Gambling Harm Across the UK
GamCare has steadily become one of the most recognisable names in the fight against gambling harm, striving to help not only those experiencing problematic gambling but also their families and communities. During the last three years, the charity’s range of services has expanded significantly, with the Money Guidance Service (MGS) representing one of its most […]
Casino
September 15, 2025
No Changes to Norway’s Gambling in Wake of General Election Expected
There aren’t going to be any major upsets in the way that Norway regulates its gambling, observers have noted, following the recently concluded general election in the country. With the Labor Party winning a two-seat majority in the new parliament, the incumbent government will retain its clout. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and his fellow […]
