Industry
September 26, 2023
British Racing Authorities Launch Public Survey on Blanket Affordability Checks
Four of Britain’s horseracing authorities, namely The British Horseracing Authority, Racing TV, At The Races and the Racing Post, have joined forces in opposition to the affordability checks model outlined in the white paper. As a result, the four bodies launched a survey to bettors in the UK, asking them to share their views on […]
Legal
September 20, 2023
UKGC Slaps Lindar Media with a £690,947 Fine
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) has slapped Lindar Media with a fine for a variety of failings. The decision follows a compliance assessment of the operator’s business, originally launched in September 2022. The UKGC discovered multiple compliance shortcomings related to Lindar Media’s social responsibility and anti-money laundering practices. In addition, the regulator found weaknesses […]
Industry
September 15, 2023
RiskCherry Secures License in the UK, Plans Further Expansion
RiskCherry, a Malta-based independent testing lab, has secured a license from the United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC). As a result, the testing lab will now be able to inspect and certify video slots and associated gaming content for licensed UK studios. RiskCherry specializes in the testing of online casino games, ensuring that they are fair […]
Industry
September 15, 2023
UKGC Establishes Industry Forum to Strengthen Operator Engagement
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has unveiled plans to establish an Industry Forum, hoping to foster deeper cooperation and better understand the gambling industry’s perspectives. This newly formed body will consist of representatives from various sectors of the UK’s gambling landscape, working with the UKGC to provide industry-specific insights. A New Avenue for Collaboration The […]
Industry
September 7, 2023
UKGC Provides Clarifications about Financial Checks Amid Misunderstandings
Andrew Rhodes, the chief executive officer of the United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) has addressed certain misunderstandings around the controversial financial risk checks. The risk checks are one of the measures proposed by the white paper. With the consultation phase now ongoing, Rhodes believes that not everyone fully understands what the checks are all about. […]
Legal
September 4, 2023
In Touch Games’ Gambling License Suspended by UKGC
The Gambling Commission, the regulatory body in charge of gambling in the UK, announced a sanction against an online gambling operator. The regulatory watchdog confirmed that it has decided to suspend the license of In Touch Games Limited, the operator of bonusboss.co.uk, drslot.co.uk, casino.mfortune.co.uk, casino2020.co.uk and cashmo.co.uk, among other online gambling brands. Judging by a […]
Industry
August 25, 2023
UK Gambling Regulator Releases New Performance Report
The gambling regulator in the UK, the Gambling Commission, released its latest annual report, outlining details regarding its performance under the leadership of its chairman, Marcus Boyle, and CEO, Andrew Rhodes. The latest report, encompasses the 2022/2023 financial year and uncovers strategic operational activities, as well as statistics regarding the gambling sector in the country. […]
Sports
August 18, 2023
UKGC Explores the Connection between Major Sporting Events and Gambling Activity
The study sheds light on the gambling activity that unfolds during such high-profile events and their aftermath. Its findings will help the British regulator make better-informed decisions and remain in touch with the ever-changing global gaming landscape. Analyzing these interactions will help the commission enhance its regulatory measures and promote responsible gambling practices. Impressive Participation […]
Industry
August 14, 2023
UKGC Advises against the Misuse of Statistics for Furthering Arguments
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) scrutinized the misuse of statistics for furthering arguments and pushing agendas. While the British regulator supports all kinds of opinions on gambling, it slammed the misuse of statistics as “unacceptable.” The UKGC noted that it has seen all kinds of pro-gambling and anti-gambling bodies misuse statistics to present their […]
Legal
July 31, 2023
High Court Sides with UKGC in IGT’s Lawsuit for Damages
The globally recognized operator, Allwyn, secured a license for the National Lottery in the UK back in 2021. This came after a decision of the gambling regulator in the country, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), to award the license. However, that decision resulted in lawsuits against the regulator. Initially, International Game Technology (IGT), filed a […]
