Gambling Regulation News
Gambling regulation news and igaming regulation updates from 40+ jurisdictions. Licensing changes, enforcement actions, online gambling laws, and policy developments.
GRAI backs new Irish sports gambling harm prevention platform
Ireland's gambling regulator welcomes new sports-focused harm prevention platform backed by Gambling Awareness Trust. GRAI endorses launch of thegameplanhub.ie, new initiative tackling gambling-related harm in Irish sport with practical tools for athletes and clubs.
KSA flags Holland Casino and Vbet over own goal betting
The Dutch gambling authority has sanctioned two operators for offering own goal betting markets, which are banned due to matchfixing concerns. KSA addresses Holland Casino Online and Vbet for offering prohibited own goal bets, citing elevated matchfixing risks in new integrity…
GRAI Signs Cross-Border MOU with Belgian Gaming Commission
GRAI CEO Anne Marie Caulfield signed information sharing agreement with Belgian Gaming Commission as part of broader EU regulatory cooperation strategy. Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland signs second MOU with Belgian Gaming Commission, establishing cooperation framework…
Ireland's gambling regulator publishes consultation report
GRAI commissioned external analysis of 27 submissions covering application fees, licence durations, and additional conditions under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024. Ireland's gambling regulator GRAI published its consultation response report on 05 Jun 25, clearing path for EU…
GRAI signs third MOU with Gibraltar regulator ahead of licensing
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland has signed its third international MOU, establishing a cooperation framework with Gibraltar ahead of its first licensing phase. GRAI CEO Anne Marie Caulfield signs cooperation framework with Gibraltar's Andrew Lynam as third in…
Irish Research Exposes How Gambling Offers Target Vulnerable Players
Research commissioned by Ireland's gambling regulator shows promotional offers significantly increase betting volumes, particularly among problem gambling-prone individuals. New ESRI research for Ireland's GRAI reveals gambling offers increase spending by 10%, with vulnerable…
MGA Games Launches Boquerone en Las Vegas Classic Bar Slot
Spanish content developer MGA Games releases new Classic Bar Slot combining traditional slot mechanics with celebrity humor and Las Vegas glamour. MGA Games launches Boquerone en Las Vegas, a Classic Bar Slot featuring Italian TV personality Ricardo Boquerone with six themed…
Evoke in £225M merger talks with Bally's Intralot unit
Evoke, owner of William Hill and 888, enters merger discussions with Bally's Intralot unit in a potential £225 million deal amid financial strain. Evoke confirms merger talks with Bally's Intralot unit valued at £225M, as the William Hill owner faces mounting debt and regulatory…
Dutch Gambling Authority Updates Municipal Slot Machine Guide
The Kansspelautoriteit has updated its municipal guide for gambling machine supervision, addressing regulatory clarity and enforcement responsibilities. Dutch gambling authority KSA updates its municipal guide for slot machine oversight, clarifying responsibilities and illegal…
Irish Gambling Regulator Issues Application Guidance Ahead
GRAI has published licensing application guidance as Ireland prepares to launch its new gambling licensing system for Business-to-Consumer operators. Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland releases comprehensive guidance to prepare operators for upcoming licensing regime under…
EGT's Modular Roulette Transforms Casino Mediterranean Experience
EGT's modular roulette featuring six 32-inch touchscreen terminals transforms gaming at Casino Mediterráneo Villajoyosa with stadium-style seating. Casino Mediterráneo Villajoyosa installs EGT's innovative 6-position modular roulette with 32-inch Full HD touchscreens in stadium…
Dutch regulator streamlines Cruks registration for guardians
The Dutch gambling authority has streamlined the process for guardians to register clients with gambling problems in the national exclusion system. Kansspelautoriteit reduces documentation requirements for guardians registering vulnerable clients in Dutch gambling exclusion…
Gambling Regulation News
Licensing shifts, enforcement actions, and tax policy changes reshape operator strategy overnight. Gambling regulation news is not background reading — it is operational intelligence for anyone in regulated markets.
This section tracks igaming regulation from primary sources: fines, license grants and revocations, compliance milestones, court rulings, and technical specs from gambling authorities worldwide.
Government fines, tax freezes, and enforcement penalties belong here — not in general industry updates. We focus on what changed, who acted, and what operators must do next.
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- License grants, suspensions, and revocations
- Fines, penalties, and enforcement actions
- Tax and gambling policy legislation
- Regulator appointments and structural reforms
- Technical compliance specs and reporting rules
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