Industry
August 21, 2025
UKGC Slams ProgressPlay with GBP 1M Fine for Social Responsibility Breaches
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced that it has fined one of its licensees over AML and social responsibility failings. ProgressPlay Limited, the operator in question, will therefore have to pay a fine and undergo a third-party audit. ProgressPlay Finds Itself in Hot Water In its announcement, the UKGC said that it uncovered a variety […]
Industry
August 19, 2025
Spelinspektionen Slams Two Unlicensed Gaming Providers with Bans
The Swedish gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen, has issued bans against two offshore providers of gambling content. According to the authority, the two companies’ products were available in Sweden despite neither possessing a license. Two Providers Were Banned for Offering Gaming Illegally On August 18, the Spelinspektionen announced that Rabocse SRL has been banned from targeting Sweden […]
Industry
August 19, 2025
India’s New 40% “Sin Tax” Shakes Gaming Sector
Indian gambling sector representatives rallied against the government’s newly announced 40% “sin tax” on gambling and other luxury goods, one of the most significant hikes in the country’s goods and services tax (GST) regime. The new measure caused industry stocks to crash on Monday as investors feared that the extreme tax burden would make operations […]
Industry
August 19, 2025
NBA Players’ Association Supports Stricter Prop Betting Regulations
The NBA and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) have expressed support for tighter regulations on prop betting in response to a wave of gambling-related scandals that have shaken professional basketball. NBPA Supports NBA’s Decision on Prop Bets This action follows the banning of former Toronto Raptors center Jontay Porter, who pleaded guilty to a […]
Industry
August 19, 2025
Ghana Tightens Gambling Rules with Mandatory Biometric ID Checks
The Ghana Gaming Commission has transformed the nation’s gambling sector. The authority introduced biometric identity verification as mandatory for every bet placed in the country. The new regulation, which takes effect immediately, encompasses online and retail sportsbooks, casinos, and even promotional games. Combined with the recent tax adjustments, it marks a decisive step in Ghana’s […]
Industry
August 19, 2025
VGCCC Reprimands Crown over Pre-Commitment Failures
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) announced that it has censured casino & hospitality giant Crown Resorts over violations of the state’s gambling laws. According to the authority, the Crown Melbourne property committed multiple violations of Victoria’s gambling harm minimization requirements. Crown Violated Victoria’s Pre-Commitments Rules In its announcement, the VGCCC emphasized that […]
Industry
August 19, 2025
UKGC Launches Consultations on Proposed LCCP Changes
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has asked the gaming industry to weigh in on its proposed amendments to its Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice (LCCP) as the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCC Act) looms. Among other things, the UKGC is eyeing the removal of its own list of approved alternative dispute […]
Industry
August 18, 2025
British Horseracing Protests Tax Hike, Cancels Sep. 10 Meetings
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has continued its fight against Britain’s proposed tax hike by cancelling all meetings on September 10. All races will be rescheduled for another date, the authority confirmed. BHA Reasserts Its Opposition to the Tax Harmonization In its announcement, the BHA reasserted that it is standing firmly behind its Axe the […]
Sports
August 18, 2025
NBA Moves to Strengthen Integrity Measures as Gambling Scrutiny Intensifies
The National Basketball Association (NBA) is considering stricter limits on some bets as it seeks to protect the integrity of the sport and safeguard players from harassment related to gambling losses. These efforts are particularly notable given the recent streak of high-profile gambling-related incidents involving current and former athletes. The NBA remains adamant that all […]
Industry
August 14, 2025
BSP Orders E-Wallets to Cut Ties with Online Gambling Sites Within 48 Hours
The Philippine Central Bank, also known natively as Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), has given all e-wallet providers a 48-hour deadline to disconnect their platforms from online gambling websites. BSP Sets Ultimatum for E-Wallets BSP Deputy Governor Mamerto Tangonan disclosed the matter during the Senate Committee on Games and Amusements hearing on Thursday, stating that […]
