crypto – Gambling Legislation

MiCA Licensing Enters Final Phase as Gambling Operators Assess Payment Compliance Risks

July 5, 2026July 5, 2026Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regime is approaching a key implementation milestone, with the outcome expected to reshape the regulatory landscape for crypto payment providers serving the gambling sector. Although MiCA is directed at digital asset service providers rather than gambling operators, its licensing framework is likely to influence how regulated casinos and […]

Could UK Casinos Accept Crypto? UKGC Begins Early Review

March 5, 2026March 5, 2026Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

The possibility of cryptocurrency payments entering the UK’s regulated gambling market is beginning to draw attention from policymakers. Rather than responding to a formal proposal from operators, regulators are exploring the idea as part of a wider conversation about how digital assets may influence the future of online betting. The UK Gambling Commission has begun […]

Crypto Gambling May Have Just Gotten Legal Clarity in the United Kingdom

December 8, 2025December 8, 2025Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

The United Kingdom has taken a landmark step in digital asset regulation by formally recognizing cryptocurrency as property. The Property (Digital Assets) Act, which received Royal Assent from King Charles last week, provides the legal certainty that digital assets, including cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens, are now officially recognized under UK law. Beyond clarifying ownership rights, […]

Connecticut Gambling Bill Sparks Rise in Crypto Casino Interest

June 9, 2025Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

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 […]

Singapore Embraces Cashless Gaming, Keeps Ban on Crypto Wagers

September 12, 2024Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

In a significant update to its gambling regulations, Singapore has amended its Casino Control Act, allowing cashless gaming in its two major casinos. This change reflects the nation’s focus on modernizing its gaming industry, aligning it with global trends. Still, it stops short of permitting cryptocurrency for betting, maintaining a firm stance on financial security […]

UK Government Rejects Plan to Regulate Crypto as Gambling, Prioritizes Financial Regulation to Foster Crypto Hub Ambitions

August 6, 2023Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

The UK is at a crucial point in its endeavor to become a prominent crypto center while protecting investors and managing risk. In a landmark move, the government of the United Kingdom has categorically rejected legislative measures to regulate cryptocurrencies as gambling. Instead, it is intent on treating crypto assets as financial instruments, arguing that […]

More Clarity Needed for the Legality of Crypto Casinos

September 5, 2020September 2, 2020Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

It goes without saying that the crypto sector has had a revolutionary impact on several sectors across the globe. The gambling sector is one of the most notable beneficiaries thanks to the integration of blockchain as well as the use of digital currencies on gambling sites all around the world. In fact, financial and industry […]

US Financial Watchdog Sets Sight on Sports Betting & Crypto

August 15, 2019August 15, 2019Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

On August 12, the US Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), the country’s main financial watchdog, held its 12th Annual Las Vegas Anti-money Laundering Conference. The theme of this year’s conference was “cooperation in an environment which is rapidly advancing on many technological fronts”. This year, Kenneth Blanco, the Director of FinCEN, focused on […]