Gambling Regulation News
Gambling regulation updates from jurisdictions worldwide. Licensing changes, compliance requirements, enforcement actions, and policy developments that shape the iGaming landscape.
UKGC Suspends Deadheat Racing Licence Over AML Concerns
The UK Gambling Commission has suspended Deadheat Racing's operating licence over suspected social responsibility and AML failings.
Danish Authority Issues FATF High-Risk Jurisdiction Update
Danish regulator alerts operators to updated FATF Grey and Black Lists impacting AML compliance and player risk assessment protocols.
Malta Unveils Unified Gaming Strategy at ICE Barcelona 2026
Malta presents unified gaming ecosystem at ICE Barcelona through coordinated approach involving MGA, GamingMalta, and key service providers.
Dutch operators flag more athletes betting on own leagues
The Kansspelautoriteit reports a concerning trend of athletes betting on their own leagues, marking a shift in matchfixing patterns for 2025.
Belgian Gaming Commission Sets EPIS Rules for Newsagents
The Gaming Commission has updated guidance on EPIS system requirements for newspaper retailers with class F2 licences, effective 1 May 2026.
Belgium Gaming Commission Ends EPIS SOAP Support Dec 2025
Belgian Gaming Commission requires operators to migrate from EPIS SOAP to REST version by December 31, 2025.
Gaming Commission Partners with DNS Belgium on Illegal Sites
Gaming Commission and DNS Belgium partnership will improve detection of illegal gambling websites operating with Belgian domain extensions.
Belgian Gaming Commission Announces Holiday Schedule
Belgian Gaming Commission secretariat will be closed during the holiday period but maintains emergency contact options.
Dutch Gaming Authority Appoints Cyber Expert to Board
Wiebe Ruttenberg, former European Central Bank cyber resilience director, joins Dutch gaming authority board to lead digital transformation efforts.
Belgian Gaming Commission Updates EPIS Rules for Newsagents
Gaming Commission publishes comprehensive technical guidance for newspaper retailers implementing mandatory EPIS checks from May 2026.
Dutch Regulator Addresses Three Operators Over Marketing Violations
Dutch gambling authority addresses three operators for marketing violations targeting vulnerable groups and inappropriate advertising placement.
MGA calls for gaming sector input on AMLA's draft AML standards
Malta Gaming Authority calls on licensees to participate in AMLA consultations on draft regulatory technical standards covering customer due diligence and reporting requirements.
Industry-Level Regulatory Changes
This section focuses on official regulatory updates that shape how the iGaming industry operates across different markets. Here we track changes introduced by gambling authorities that directly affect licensing, advertising, content requirements, and operational practices.
All gambling regulation news published in this section are based on official regulatory communications – including announcements, policy updates, guidance documents, and public statements issued by regulators and supervisory bodies. The goal is to provide clear, structured insight into what has changed and why it matters for businesses working in regulated environments.
The aim is to help industry teams understand how regulatory decisions translate into real operational, content, and marketing constraints across iGaming markets.
What You'll Find in This Section
- Regulatory Announcements & Policy Changes – official updates issued by national and regional gambling regulators, including new rules, amendments to existing frameworks, and formal policy changes
- Advertising & Promotion Restrictions – updates related to advertising limitations, bonus messaging, sponsorship rules, and restrictions that impact marketing and affiliate activity
- Content Requirements & Compliance Rules – updates related to mandatory disclosures, wording requirements, age warnings, responsible gambling messaging, and other content-level obligations
- Enforcement Signals & Regulatory Direction – guidance notes, clarifications, and enforcement actions that signal regulatory priorities
All gambling regulation news published in this section are sourced from official authorities only. Each update is reviewed from an operational perspective – focusing on how regulatory changes affect content production, advertising strategy, compliance workflows, and ongoing market activity.
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