Public Gaming Industry
Regulatory Issues
Greece to ramp up illegal gambling crackdown with new enforcement hires
The regulator is expanding its powers as authorities target criminal networks, social media promotion and lost tax revenues.
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Pennsylvania Police launch skill game reporting channel
Police say switching off or unplugging a machine does not count as removal, and businesses face seizures and criminal charges.
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The Dutch Gaming Authority KSA imposes record fine on EOD Code
(PRESS RELEASE) -- The Dutch Gaming Authority is imposing a fine on EOD Code SRL for offering illegal gambling. The illegal party offers ga…
New York Regulators Want Sportsbooks To Spot Problem Gamblers
The New York State Gaming Commission is pushing sports betting operators to better identify players who may be at risk for problem gambling…
States Review Sportsbook Draft Bets, But Not Kalshi’s 598,464 Contracts on Cardinals’ Pick
Kalshi customers traded more contracts on Jeremiyah Love going third in the NFL draft than on any other player, most of them on draft day…
Finland threatens €1.2m fines in illegal gambling marketing crackdown
Head of group at the National Police Board emphasised that the purpose of the fines was to reinforce compliance, not to punish.
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Finland proposes amendments to allow scratch cards as gifts
Regulations could be amended to allow an adult other than the person who purchased the ticket to claim scratch card winnings
Finland’s Min…
Regulator needs public response on UK Powerball wagering ban
The Gambling Commission has notified UK lottery stakeholders and the public that feedback is being sought on a consultation to ban third-pa…
Canadian Lottery Coalition takes on new name to reflect new environment
The Canadian Lottery Coalition (CLC) has taken on a new identity to reflect the changing nature of Canada’s betting, gaming and lottery spa…
Spain Introduces Stricter Checks on Online Gambling Payments
The measures form part of updates to the regulations supporting the country’s framework for preventing money laundering and terrorist finan…
National Lottery must lead on player protection, says Sarah Gardner
Sarah Gardner, Acting Chief Executive Officer, UK Gambling Commission, says the National Lottery must demonstrate best practice in player…
Alberta's transition window closed Oct. 13, and gray-market operators had to exit to remain eligible for AGLC registration
Alberta's transition window closed Oct. 13, and gray-market operators had to exit to remain eligible for AGLC registration.
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Report: FTC Reviewing Online Sports Betting Industry
The Federal Trade Commission has started a review of online sportsbooks, including U.S. sports betting leaders DraftKings and FanDuel, acco…
Michigan Regulator Sends C&Ds To 33 Offshore Operators
The Michigan Gaming Control Board issued cease-and-desist letters to 33 offshore operators Thursday, accusing them of illegally offering on…
Finance or gambling? Prediction-market players push for regulatory clarity in Asia
Fintech industry executives have stepped up lobbying for clearer regulations regarding prediction markets as they attempt to distance the b…
Gaming Laboratories International approved as independent testing service provider in New Zealand
Global testing group Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has been approved to “provide independent testing services in support of New Z…
Gaming Laboratories International approved as independent testing service provider in New Zealand
Global testing group Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has been approved to “provide independent testing services in support of New Z…
NBA commissioner says league wants access to prediction market data to detect manipulation
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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said having access to prediction market data can help the league catch insider trading beh…
New York regulators seek to close problem gambling gaps, establish AI regulations
New York gaming regulators are seeking to prohibit sports betting operators from using artificial intelligence to personalize promotions an…
Denmark eyes phased implementation of new gambling reforms
The proposed new gambling regulations in Denmark will be debated in parliament this month ahead of a planned rollout in 2027.
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UK regulator backs Allwyn’s Powerball rollout
Sarah Gardner, Acting Chief Executive of the UK Gambling Commission, has backed Allwyn’s rollout of its new Powerball offering.
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Allwyn Participant Protection Conference - Sarah Gardner speech
02 October 2026
This speech was delivered by acting chief executive Sarah Gardner at the Allwyn Participant Protection Conference on Thurs…
UK remote gaming tax receipts up by 108% – so did the rate hike work?
Provisional data suggest that the tax hike announced last Autumn has been a success for the Treasury, though industry figures say more data…
New Zealand Sets Out Draft Testing Rules for Licensed Online Casinos
The DIA released draft online casino testing and monitoring requirements on 24 September
Casino games and random number generators would…
Namibia Sets Six Regional Hearings on Gambling and Lottery Rules
Namibia’s Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has scheduled six regional consultations between October 5 and 14 to discuss reform…
Brazil: President Lula has unilaterally moved to dismantle Brazil’s entire gambling industry.
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and his allies have been levelling threats at Brazil’s gambling industry for almost as long as its regu…
Loto-Québec CEO praises “continuing momentum” as firm fends off iGaming lobbying
The Canadian Crown Corporation has unveiled its operating results from the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year, corresponding to 1…