regulation – Gambling Legislation

Calls for Stricter Gambling Ad Regulations Intensify Ahead of Australian Election

October 11, 2024 Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

As the election draws near, Australia’s Labor government is grappling with significant pressure to tackle the escalating concerns surrounding gambling advertising. Amid calls from the Greens, federal communications minister Michelle Rowland announced that the government would outline its plans regarding gambling advertisements before the election, yet she refrained from confirming whether these plans would include […]

Singapore Embraces Cashless Gaming, Keeps Ban on Crypto Wagers

September 12, 2024 Donnie 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 […]

Finland A Step Closer to Major Overhaul of Gambling Laws

July 7, 2024 Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

In a major step toward breaking the long-standing monopoly of Veikkaus Oy over betting, online slot machines, and casino games, the Finnish government has revealed a detailed draft plan to revise the country’s gambling regulations. As part of a crucial effort mentioned in the Government Programme, the Ministry of the Interior has extended the deadline […]

Gambling Commission Sued by Northern & Shell Over National Lottery License

June 6, 2024 Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

The Gambling Commission is the target of a legal action brought by the British publishing powerhouse Northern & Shell, owned by the media billionaire Richard Desmond. The lawsuit is based on allegations of improper management during the National Lottery licensing competition, which occurred after the commission denied Northern & Shell’s attempt to acquire the UK […]

UKGC Takes Phased Approach to Strengthen Gambling Regulations

May 10, 2024May 10, 2024 Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

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 […]

Brazil’s Charts New Course for Gaming Future with New Laws

January 5, 2024January 3, 2024 Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

After lengthy negotiations with Congress in 2023, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil finally passed Law 14.790/23, which would greatly affect the regulation of internet gambling and sports betting in the country. The new. rules and regulations affecting the country’s gaming environment were formally published in the Official Gazette’s special edition on December […]

Philippines’ Multi-Faceted Battle Against Illegal Gambling

December 5, 2023December 5, 2023 Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

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 […]

Exploring the Changing Legal Landscape of Gambling in Finland

November 6, 2023 Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

In recent times, a global trend has emerged in the gambling industry, marked by a growing concern over the rise of addiction cases, particularly among the less privileged in society. Countries worldwide are responding by tightening their regulatory standards, bringing a profound transformation to the gambling landscape. The United Kingdom is often held up as […]

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

August 6, 2023 Donnie 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 […]

A Look into Estonia’s iGaming Wonderland

July 6, 2023 Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

The enticing features and promising potential for operators in Estonia’s iGaming business have drawn a lot of attention. Could this make it a model or benchmark for other markets in the region? Well, it certainly seems so. A major appeal is the very low tax rate that Estonia imposes on total gambling earnings. The government […]