Industry
September 8, 2025
PAGCOR Voids PHP 200M in Casino Winnings Claimed by Gov Officials
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has nullified over PHP 200 million (about $3.52 million) in casino winnings claimed by government officials and employees between January and July this year. The action could be seen as another step in the regulator’s attempts to stamp out illegal gambling. PAGCOR Voids Illegal Winnings from Gambling PAGCOR […]
Legal
September 8, 2025
Scotland Advances Greyhound Racing Ban, to the Industry’s Dismay
Scotland’s greyhound racing ban is gaining traction as the government confirmed support for the proposed measure. According to the legislation’s main sponsor, Scottish Green MSP Mark Ruskell, this is a major step in ending what he called a gambling-motivated sport that endangers animals. Greyhound Racing Under Fire Ruskell has been one of the staunchest opponents […]
Industry
September 5, 2025
Romanian Municipalities Seek More Local Control over Gambling
In Romania, a proposed draft bill supported by city mayors seeks to transfer regulatory control over gambling to local authorities, including the introduction of new licensing taxes. This would diminish the National Gambling Office’s (ONJN) role in overseeing the sector. Municipalities Support Bill to Give Them More Control Over Gambling Presented by the Ministry of […]
Industry
September 5, 2025
Sweden’s Gambling Market Shows Modest Growth amid Policy Debates
Sweden’s regulated gambling industry experienced a slight increase in second-quarter revenues, rising to SEK 7.02 billion ($750 million). According to recent data released by Spelinspektionen, the Swedish Gambling Authority, the figure represents an improvement of 1.9% compared to the same period last year and a more notable 5.9% increase from the previous quarter. However, some […]
Industry
September 5, 2025
Belgium Kicks off Gaming Strategy with Kansspelcommissie Appointments
Belgium has initiated its six-year gambling strategy, preparing to reform the sector. The strategy’s launch was marked by new appointments to the Kansspelcommissie (KSC), the local gaming regulator. The Regulatory Body Will Represent Five Ministers On September 1, the Royal Decree concerning the KSC composition kicked off, as announced in the Belgian Official Gazette on […]
Industry
September 4, 2025
BOS Pushes for New Gambling Inquiry as Sweden Misses Channelization Targets
Sweden’s leading online gambling trade organization is stepping up pressure on legislators to revisit the country’s regulatory framework, warning that offshore operators remain a persistent threat and are attracting too many players. This call for action follows a recent report by the nation’s regulator, which revealed that 85% of gamblers engaged with licensed platforms. Channelization […]
Industry
September 4, 2025
Tim Miller Weighs in on UK Regulatory Changes at Peers for Gambling Reform Summit
Tim Miller, executive director of the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), has given the commission’s perspective on Britain’s evolving regulatory landscape. Speaking at the Peers for Gambling Reform Gambling Summit on September 3, Miller weighed in on the ongoing efforts to reform gambling regulation in the United Kingdom. The UK’s Regulatory Reforms Continue Miller acknowledged that […]
Industry
September 3, 2025
IRS Cracks Down on Illegal Sports Gambling as Football Season Looms
As legal sports betting continues to surge in popularity, the Internal Revenue Service’s Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) unit is intensifying its efforts to crack down on illegal sports gambling. IRS Criminal Investigation Unit Targets Illegal Sports Betting With the football season underway, IRS-CI is using the opportunity to remind bettors that it is actively investigating a […]
Industry
September 2, 2025
KSA Strikes Unibet with Weekly Fines Due to Repeated Offences
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has issued a penalty order against Unibet operator Optdeck, citing a “real risk of recurrence” in relation to prohibited sports betting activities. KSA Penalizes Unibet Under the order, Unibet will be fined €75,000 (approximately $81,000) per week for any future violations, with a maximum total penalty of €450,000 (approximately $486,000). […]
Industry
September 2, 2025
California Inches Closer to Banning Sweepstakes as AB 831 Advances
California’s anti-sweepstakes bill has continued to gain traction and is currently heading to the Senate. If passed, the measure would put an end to dual-currency social casinos. AB 831 Continues to Gain Traction Assembly Bill 831 outlines a ban on dual-currency online casinos, better known as sweepstakes. This controversial form of gaming has experienced rapid […]
