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Industry
November 17, 2020
BOS Will Collaborate with IBIA on Projects of Mutual Interest
The Swedish trade association for online gambling signed an agreement for cooperation with the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA), the voice of the betting industry announced. Regulatory Challenges The memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed with Branschföreningen för Onlinespel (BOS) will see both industry bodies work together on projects of mutual interest, and especially on challenges […]
Business
November 17, 2020
Evolution Receives CMA Approval in the UK for NetEnt Deal
Evolution is a step closer to the takeover of NetEnt after the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) gave the deal a final approval. CMA Approves Evolution’s Bid for NetEnt Takeover The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), the UK’s watchdog responsible for fighting anti-competitive activities in the country, has approved Evolution’s purchase of NetEnt in […]
Legal
November 15, 2020
Ukraine Appoints Executives for New Gambling Commission
The Cabinet of Ministers in Ukraine revealed the names of the leadership team for the new gambling and lottery commission. Once the team members are officially approved and the government establishes the licensing conditions, it is expected for the new commission to launch next year. Government Officials Name the Executive Team for the Gambling Commission […]
Business
November 13, 2020
UK Slots Gross Gaming Yield Low in September
Recent data revealed by the Gambling Commission in the UK outlines that the slots gross gaming yield (GGY) in September decreased by 4% when compared to August. In contrast, sports betting GGY in September marked a 15% increase, reaching £189 million. Slots GGY in September Reaches New Low Point Recent numbers by the Gambling Commission […]
Industry
November 9, 2020
GC: KYC and Affordability Checks Need Further Improvement
The gambling industry watchdog in the UK outlined further improvements for the areas of Know Your Customer (KYC) and affordability checks are needed, as current efforts from licensees continue to fall short of the regulator’s expectations. The British Gambling Commission (GC) released its annual Compliance and Enforcement Report, along with the first ever National Strategic […]
Legal
November 7, 2020
UKGC Urges Gambling Operators for Responsibility during Lockdown
The COVID-19 pandemic brought a new lockdown effective in England from this Thursday through December 2. Considering that casinos, as well as many other businesses, are now closed and a big part of the population will spend more time at home, the Gambling Commission asked the operators in the country to conduct online business responsibly. […]
Legal
October 30, 2020
EA Unconvinced by Court Ruling, Will Seek EU Judgement
The gambling regulator in the Netherlands re-issued a €5 million financial sanction to Electronic Arts (EA), alongside a “cease and desist” order for the company and its European subsidiaries. The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) dished the penalty as part of its enforcement action against EA in 2019, arguing the video games developer had violated Dutch gambling laws, […]
Sports
October 24, 2020
Inspired Launches Its Virtual Basketball Game in Greece
The supplier of content, technology, hardware and services for the gaming industry Inspired Entertainment announced the launch of its virtual basketball game in Greece. V-Play Basketball is set to become the third channel of virtual sports, alongside V-Play Soccer 3.0 and Matchday, as it is already available across the entire OPAP retail estate of nearly […]
Industry
October 13, 2020
GC: Collaboration with Financial Sector to Reduce Gambling Harm
Neil McArthur, CEO of the UK Gambling Commission, requested the financial sector to do more to support the Commission’s efforts towards a safer gambling environment. The commission’s chief executive outlined the role the sector has in creating a “single customer view”, to facilitate detecting of problem gambling. Gambling Blocking Software the First Step Speaking at […]
Casino
September 23, 2020
BGC Blasts New COVID Restrictions as Damning for Casinos
The Betting and Gaming Council said that the additional COVID-19 restrictions which roll out tomorrow will be significantly harmful to the industry. Michael Dugher, BGC chief executive urged government officials for immediate financial help for the casino industry. England Rolls Out New COVID-19 Restrictions Tomorrow The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) shared its concerns regarding […]