The return of Premier League football is set to bring another surge of betting activity. Still, the excitement surrounding the new season comes alongside a growing concern for UK gambling regulators: the expansion of the illegal betting market. The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) estimates that unlicensed operators could take up to £800m in bets […]
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Germany has eased one of the strictest restrictions in its regulated online gambling market, raising maximum online slot stake limits for the first time since nationwide regulation was introduced in 2021. The changes, which took effect on 1 July, replace the blanket €1-per-spin cap with a tiered system based on a player’s age and gambling […]
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The UK’s long-running overhaul of online gambling regulation is entering another significant phase, with financial risk assessments set to become a permanent feature of the country’s safer gambling framework. The measures, developed by the UK Gambling Commission following commitments in the Government’s Gambling Act Review, introduce a two-tier system of financial checks designed to identify […]
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The UK government has confirmed a 25% increase in Gambling Commission licence fees, providing the regulator with greater long-term funding as it continues implementing reforms outlined in the 2023 Gambling White Paper. Published by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), the government’s response to its funding consultation concludes a review that ran between […]
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Gibraltar has approved a major overhaul of its gambling laws, with policymakers aiming to modernise the jurisdiction’s framework and reduce its reliance on the UK market. The new legislation, passed by the Gibraltar Parliament, is designed to give regulators more flexibility as the global gambling sector becomes more complex and competitive. Speaking during the debate, […]
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Artificial intelligence chatbots are drawing new scrutiny from regulators after tests showed they could recommend offshore online casinos that are not licensed to operate in the United Kingdom. The findings have triggered concern among policymakers and gambling harm specialists because the responses may direct users toward operators that fall outside the country’s regulated market. Under […]
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A fresh wave of speculation over increased gambling duties sent a chill through the UK’s betting sector late last week, dragging down share prices across some of the industry’s biggest names. The rumour mill, fuelled by political sources and media reports, suggests that Chancellor Rachel Reeves could use the upcoming autumn budget to tighten the […]
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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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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 […]
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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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