The Social Market Foundation (SMF) has urged the UK government to reject its proposed flat tax on remote gambling, warning that such a move could increase gambling-related harm and threaten the viability of the horse racing industry. In a new report titled “The Duty to Differentiate,” the think tank calls for a smarter, tiered tax […]
The United Kingdom’s gambling industry is once again under the political spotlight as a determined group of Labour backbench Members of Parliament push for a comprehensive overhaul of gambling legislation. Their calls for reform are intensifying scrutiny on the Labour leadership, particularly over its historic financial ties to the betting sector. The party has long-standing […]
The Regulating the Game (RTG) 2026 conference has confirmed that Jamie Nettleton, a leading figure in gambling law and Past President of the International Masters of Gaming Law (IMGL), will serve on the judging panel for the inaugural RTG Global Awards. Set to be presented at the Gala Dinner on 10 March 2026 in Sydney, […]
In a significant move that could reshape online gambling in the United States, the Connecticut House of Representatives has passed a bill introducing tighter controls on how players fund their accounts and how gambling platforms advertise. With a commanding 130 to 14 vote, the bill now heads to the Senate and, if approved, will become […]
What began as a local planning dispute in Ashford, Surrey, has grown into a national flashpoint in the ongoing debate over gambling reform in the UK. Despite widespread opposition from residents and local leaders, a proposed gambling centre in the area has received approval on appeal, fueling calls for urgent changes to how gambling premises […]
A growing wave of concern over the saturation of high-street betting shops and slot arcades is prompting calls for change. A group of 38 local councils in the UK, who together represent over 12 million people, are now calling for increased power to regulate the growth of gambling establishments in their respective regions. Under the […]
The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has ruled that Lithuania did not adhere to correct legal processes when it enforced its broad prohibition on gambling advertising, which has created a significant legal hurdle for the country. This verdict has broader ramifications for regulatory control in Europe’s online betting business, including in the […]
Regulators worldwide have been imposing stricter controls on gambling-related advertising and online streaming giant YouTube has followed suit by rolling out new policies that limit how online gambling content can be shared on the platform. The update, which is scheduled to be enforced on March 19th, is a component of the tech company’s larger initiative […]
As one of the world’s leading iGaming regulators, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) is making 2025 a pivotal year for improving its oversight structure. The regulator is implementing a more structured, evidence-based strategy to safeguard the integrity and long-term viability of the industry, with a fresh focus on responsible gambling, risk reduction, and compliance. Operational […]
Sweden is ramping up its efforts to tighten online gambling regulations by reviewing its Gambling Act, aiming to close loopholes that allow offshore casinos to target Swedish players. This move follows growing concerns from industry stakeholders that unregulated gambling is weakening consumer protections and undermining the country’s licensed operators. Why It Is Reviewing Its Gambling […]
