Industry
June 26, 2023
Gibraltar Stays on the FATF Greylist as Remedial Progress Remains Slow
Gibraltar continues its struggle to address its strategic deficiencies and comply with international anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) standards. Despite efforts to rectify the situation, the territory has remained on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) greylist, which can significantly impact Gibraltar-based operators. Cooperation with Local Businesses Remains Paramount The most recent FATF […]
Industry
June 26, 2023
SCGO Limited Secures License from the KSA
On Friday, June 23, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) announced that it has granted an iGaming license to the gambling operator SCGO Limited. As a result, the company will be able to make a foray into the Netherlands and offer its products to local players. SCGO Limited was cleared for online launch by the Dutch regulator and, […]
Industry
June 26, 2023
Australian Operators Prepare for a Total Ad Ban
Major gambling operators in Australia are preparing for a potential ban on gambling advertising. Big companies believe that a total ban will be proposed following an ongoing inquiry into online gambling harm. While the government is not obliged to follow the proposals outlined in the report, which is compiled by the Standing Committee on Social […]
Legal
June 22, 2023
Sportsbook Advocacy Group Hit with Hefty Fine in Maryland
The Maryland State Board of Elections identified the violations during the 2020 campaign to legalize sports betting. Sports Betting Alliance (SBA) represents several high-profile operators benefiting from the proliferation of legalized wagering across the USA. Last-minute donations can significantly impact the voting process, necessitating the Board of Elections’ strict rules and harsh punishments. The SBA […]
Esports
June 21, 2023
Greece Bans Streaming Platform Kick Over Gambling Content
Kick.com, a streaming platform supported by many pro-gambling advocates, has been blocked in Greece. As it turns out, the platform’s liberal stance on gambling doesn’t sit well with some markets. Kick emerged in the wake of changes to the gambling content policies of Twitch, an Amazon-owned streaming service. Created by the founders of Stake.com, Kick […]
Industry
June 21, 2023
ACMA Asks ISPs to Block 12 Illegal Websites
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), an Australian regulatory body responsible for the regulation of broadcasting, telecommunications and radiocommunications, announced that it has requested the blocking of another 12 illegal gambling websites. According to the authority, the sites in question were operating in breach of Australia’s Interactive Gambling Act 2001. As a result, the […]
Industry
June 21, 2023
NSW Regulator Confirms Ban on Credit Card ATMs at Physical Venues
Considering the spread of gambling activities in Australia, there are different controls in place that seek to restrict problem or at-risk gambling. Only recently, lawmakers in New South Wales (NSW), pushed a proposal banning all external gambling signs. Venues around the province were able to void the restriction for direct promotion of gambling by using […]
Industry
June 21, 2023
Liquor & Gaming NSW to Inspect Local Gaming Venues
Liquor & Gaming NSW, New South Wales’ gambling regulator, continues its quest to minimize gambling harm in the state. As part of its targeted compliance program, the authority will probe into local clubs and pubs and will make sure that they are obeying the rules. The ongoing efforts constitute phase two of Liquor & Gaming […]
Sports
June 21, 2023
Rules Oversight Allows Former Industry Insiders to Bet on NFL Games
The National Football League (NFL) has long emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of its games and upholding fair play. The league has implemented rigorous policies to prevent potential conflicts of interest, forbidding most associated individuals from wagering on games. However, recent scandals and a newly discovered rules loophole may damage the NFL’s long-standing […]
Legal
June 16, 2023
Lawmakers in PA Concerned about Private PGCB Meeting with Lobbyists
Skill games are a popular form of entertainment in Pennsylvania. The games, although not legal, are also not considered illegal because of their mechanics that involve “skill” rather than chance like gambling games. Given that there are no specific laws that regulate skill games, they continue to operate, despite some pushback from lawmakers and authorities. […]
