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Latvia’s government is looking into tightening gambling regulations. There has been a proposal for changes to the Gambling and Lotteries Law by introducing stricter age limits, limitations on operating hours…

A University of Bristol report found that despite the latest restrictions, gambling promotions remained common during Premier League broadcasts on the opening weekend of the 2026/27 season. The study, Gambling…

The UK Gambling Commission reports that it reached a £900,000 regulatory settlement with L & L Europe Limited after discovering failures over customer withdrawals, anti-money laundering protocols and player protection….

After a significant data breach, the Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) is now replacing its online gambling licensing portal. The leak in question exposed confidential information about its Curaçao licensed gambling…

A fresh study by France’s National Gaming Authority (ANJ) suggests that gambling participation has increased among teenagers since 2021. According to the report, more than four in 10 young people…

Wildz Group and Hippos ATG are the first operators to announce their entry into Finland’s highly anticipated market for regulated online casinos. The country’s sector is on track to launch…

Australia has published initial guidance on new restrictions that ban notable individuals from appearing in gambling advertising. These new rules are on track to go into effect on 1 January…

In New Zealand, the Problem Gambling Foundation is looking for stricter enforcement of gambling advertising standards. The group has recently warned that offshore operators continue to target local consumers despite…

UK land-based casinos help attract visitors to town and city centres, support neighbouring businesses and strengthen the night-time economy, according to a new report by the Night Time Industries Association….

Latest figures from France show that the gambling market had a cooldown in the first half of 2026. The country’s National Gambling Authority (ANJ) reported declines in lottery and horse…

New Zealand’s online casino licensing auction has come to an end, with 11 companies securing the right to apply for licences in the country’s new online gambling framework. The auction…

In Finland, the National Police Board is ramping up its efforts in enforcement against illegal gambling marketing. This week, the department announced that it has issued four prohibition orders and…

Just this week, the Dutch Gambling Authority (KSA) called for cooperation from Google and Meta in its battle against illegal gambling advertising, while keeping legal action against major tech companies…

Spain’s Directorate General for Gambling Regulation (DGOJ) announced it has renewed a public consultation on a proposed nationwide mechanism that would require licensed online casinos to identify customers at increased…

In the UK, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) cautions that increasing the Machine Games Duty (MGD) to 40% could jeopardise thousands of jobs across betting shops and casinos, while…

A new report from France’s National Gaming Authority (ANJ) confirms that the country’s online sports betting market expanded in 2025. Unsurprisingly, football and tennis remained the biggest contributors to the…

VNLOK Chairman Björn Fuchs is again addressing the topic of Meta advertising illegal gambling and urged the company to take greater responsibility. He argues that the social media giant is…

Norway’s Gambling Authority, Lotteritilsynet, announces that it has blocked 62 gambling operators it believes are offering illegal gambling to Norwegian consumers. Some of the blocked online gaming platforms include even…

France’s National Gaming Authority (ANJ) and the Professional Advertising Regulatory Authority (ARPP) sign a new three-year partnership agreement to bolster collaboration on commercial communications that promote licensed gambling and companies…

Denmark has introduced a new bill proposing stricter gambling advertising rules, stronger responsible-gambling requirements, and expanded authority to tackle unregulated gambling. Officially referred to as Bill L 37, it was…

In the Netherlands, the Dutch Gambling Authority (KSA) provides further guidance on the verification of bank accounts and other payment methods for online casinos. The direction follows an investigation that…

Northern Ireland announced plans to conduct a comprehensive review of its 2022 Gambling Reform in 2027. This was recently confirmed by Communities Minister Gordon Lyons. According to the Minister, the…

In Finland, the Supreme Administrative Court ruled that professional sports betting qualifies as an income-generating activity for tax purposes. This allows a bettor to deduct €365,606 in stakes placed with…

Recent leaks from the Curaçao Gaming Authority have provided insight into how one of New Zealand’s largest offshore online casinos boosted its presence through influencers, streamers and sports figures. In…

The UK Gambling Commission, which recently announced new gaming machines rules, has called for continued efforts to strengthen participant protection across the National Lottery, although the product remains one of…

The UK is weighing a drastic increase in gambling tax on high-street slot machines, sparking a lively debate nationwide. The proposal attracted warnings that it could lead to betting shop…

Just this week, the UK Gambling Commission announced new standards for gaming machines. These changes should make products fairer and safer while giving consumers greater control over their gambling activity….

A new study claims that some of the most common generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools can direct Dutch consumers to casinos without a Dutch Gambling Authority (KSA) license. The research…

The UK’s Betting and Gaming Council has launched a new campaign highlighting the people, jobs and communities supported by betting shops across the country. The campaign titled Back Our Betting…

Norway’s Ministry of Culture and Equality suggests that state-owned Norsk Tipping should offer regulated online poker. The move could help channel players away from unregulated gambling sites. The proposal was…