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Total Gambling Ad Ban Proposed by Dutch Mental Health Experts

The Dutch Association of Mental Health and Addiction Care, commonly referred to as De Nederlandse ggz, is championing a complete prohibition on online gambling advertising. This push stems from mounting concerns about the potential risks posed to young people and individuals susceptible to gambling addiction. The association argues that even limited exposure to gambling marketing […]

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Macau Casino Industry Faces Major Reforms as New Anti-Gambling Law Takes Effect

On October 29, Macau passed the “Law to Combat Crimes of Illegal Gambling”—a landmark measure to limit illegal operations in its world-famous casinos. The legislation, which was announced in the Official Gazette the day before, introduces extensive changes to combat illegal gambling in the city’s integrated resorts. It addresses issues such as unlicensed online betting […]

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UKGC Takes Phased Approach to Strengthen Gambling Regulations

At the beginning of May 2024, the UK Gaming Commission (UKGC) published a press release detailing major reforms to the gaming sector with the goals of increasing customer choice and safety. In line with the UK government’s White Paper “High stakes: gambling reform for the digital age.” The changes encompass a range of initiatives, such […]

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Can the NFL Balance Profit and Responsibility As It Embraces Gambling?

In recent years, the National Football League (NFL) has taken a positive stance toward the rapidly expanding gambling business. While the league has been able to capitalize on the rising appeal of gambling, it has also been forced to deal with the possible dangers that gambling may bring to players, staff, and fans. It all […]

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Philippines’ Multi-Faceted Battle Against Illegal Gambling

The government of the Philippines is stepping up its efforts to get rid of websites that facilitate illicit betting and e-sabong, or online cockfight betting, as part of its ongoing campaign to combat illegal gambling. The country is now seeing a dramatic increase in online gambling, which has made these digital platforms attractive options and […]

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Dutch Opposition Mounts Against Malta’s Contentious Gaming Legislation

A lot of disapproval has been voiced in response to Malta’s recent decision to shield its casino businesses from legal proceedings taken in other European nations. This initiative was previously attacked by Germany and Austria, and now the Dutch government is adding its voice to the criticism, putting pressure on Malta to rethink its attitude […]

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UK Government Finally Releases Gambling White Paper

After years of speculation, delays, and appeals for new legal limitations or concessions, the UK Government finally unveiled its White Paper on the country’s gambling business last week. The White Paper is an all-encompassing analysis of the UK gambling sector and the reforms needed to better safeguard players, guarantee the business works honestly and openly, […]

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UKGC Postpones Implementation of Some of Its New Operator Requirements

A recent update to the UK Gambling Commission’s customer interaction requirements and guidance instructions revealed that the organization will be postponing the implementation of its new requirements for operators. The regulations mandated by the body urged the numerous casino operators operating within its purview to respond to signs of vulnerability and to bar advertising and […]

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Macau Casino Operators’ Licenses Extended for Six Months

The government of Macau through the Secretary for Economy and Finance Lei Wai-nong, has recently issued a reminder regarding license renewal to the territory’s casino operators. Licenses for the existing casino operations were set to expire on June 26 but this is, thankfully, not going to be the case. The Macau gambling regulator’s announcement on […]

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