Industry
May 29, 2025
Isle of Man Publishes National Risk Appetite Statement
The Isle of Man has published the National Risk Appetite Statement (NRAS), a new publication that puts the island’s commitment to preventing online gambling-related crime in the spotlight. The Isle of Man Recognizes Certain Risks As a major licensing hub known for its lower taxes, the Isle of Man has seen unprecedented growth in gaming […]
Industry
May 29, 2025
KSA Chair Groothuizen Joins GREF as Board Member
The Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) announced that its chairman, Michel Groothuizen, has become a member of the Gambling Regulators European Forum (GREF). In his position, Groothuizen will get the opportunity to connect with the European gambling regulatory community and share knowledge. Groothuizen Will Promote Universal European Standards According to the KSA’s announcement, Groothuizen has become […]
Business
May 28, 2025
LiveScore Group Begins Four-Day Work Week Trial
Gambling industry leader LiveScore Group has initiated its 12-month pilot of a four-day working week for its London employees, remaining true to its innovative and people-focused mindset. The experiment, launched on Monday, reflects shifting attitudes toward work-life balance, especially in the media and tech sectors. With other trials reporting positive results, LiveScore Group hopes to […]
Casino
May 28, 2025
Octoplay Pushes Forward in Denmark with Danske Spil
Octoplay has confirmed that it has signed a partnership with the state-owned gambling operator, Danske Spil, in Denmark, and that it will be delivering its portfolio of high-performing and player-favorite games locally. Octoplay Expands with Danske Spil in Denmark Denmark is one of the strongest-performing online casino markets in Europe, giving Octoplay an extra incentive […]
Casino
May 28, 2025
Greek Watchdogs Vow Stronger Action on Gambling Addiction
The Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP) and the Health Quality Assurance Organization (ODIPY), Greece’s gambling and health watchdog, respectively, have come together and joined efforts to tackle the issues stemming from excessive gambling and gambling-related harm. Regulators Get Serious About Tackling Gambling Addiction in Next 3 Years Greece is one of the fastest-growing sports betting and […]
Industry
May 27, 2025
Delay in Irish Gambling Reforms Draws Criticism Despite Regulator Start
Ireland’s new gambling regulator has begun operations, but its full authority under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024 will not kick in until the middle of next year. This delay puts off major changes to reduce gambling-related harm. Irish Gambling Regulator Launched, Yet Licensing and Addiction Fund Still a Year Away The Gambling Regulatory Authority of […]
Industry
May 23, 2025
ANJ Replicates Award-Winning Safer Gambling Campaign as The French Open Approaches
As The French Open, also known as Roland Garros, approaches, L’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) launched a new program to raise awareness of the risks associated with sports betting. Two Lines at the Bottom of an Ad Will Never Be Enough The ANJ’s program is called Derrière les Mentions (Behind the Labels) and seeks to […]
Industry
May 23, 2025
Law Experts Sound Alarm on EU Regulatory Shifts Facing the Gambling Sector
Ted Shapiro and Tamas Szigeti from law firm Wiggin LLP’s Brussels office are urging gambling operators across Europe and those serving European customers to brace for the increasing regulatory pressures from Brussels. With the European Union’s legislative apparatus rolling out a new wave of digital, accessibility, and AI-related rules, the sector could face a paradigm […]
Industry
May 23, 2025
Isle of Man GSC’s New Chair Vows to Strike the Right Balance
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) announced that the Isle of Man Treasury has named the experienced Gregory Petts as the new chairman of the regulatory body. In this role, the new appointee will make sure that the GSC is upholding exemplary industry standards. Petts Vows to Strike the Right Balance As a […]
Industry
May 23, 2025
Great Britain Gambling Participation Drops Latest Survey Reveals
Gambling participation in Great Britain has taken a noticeable dip, according to new data from the Gambling Commission’s latest research. Gambling Participation, Three Points Down In the three months covering September 2024 and January 2025, 46% of adults engaged in a form of gambling. The percentage is down three points from the 49% that was […]
