Gambling Regulation News
Gambling regulation news and igaming regulation updates from 40+ jurisdictions. Licensing changes, enforcement actions, online gambling laws, and policy developments.
Dutch KSA sanctions JACKS.NL over sports sponsorship breach
De Kansspelautoriteit has sanctioned JACKS.NL for violating sports sponsorship rules by linking Jack's Casino logos on the PDC website to online gambling. Dutch gambling authority sanctions JOI Gaming's JACKS.NL for linking physical casino logo on PDC website to online gambling…
Danish Gambling Authority announces Christmas closure dates
Denmark's gambling regulator and support services suspend operations during the holiday period, affecting correspondence responses.
KSA Issues Sports Betting Licence Boundary Warning to Operators
Dutch gambling authority KSA has warned sports betting licence holders after finding prohibited betting markets including MVP awards outside permitted scope. KSA found operators offering prohibited MVP and prize awards betting outside sports betting licence scope, prompting…
Slovak Gambling Regulator Partners with University to Train Teachers
The Office for Gambling Regulation and Trnava University's Pedagogical Faculty forge an unprecedented alliance to combat digital gambling risks through educator training. Slovakia's gambling regulator signs groundbreaking partnership with Trnava University to equip future…
Danish gambling spend jumps 17% as online dominates growth
Denmark's gambling market grew 17.1% in November 2025, driven by strong online casino and betting performance despite land-based declines. Danish Gambling Authority reports 17.1% increase in November 2025 gambling spend, with online casino up 27% and betting rising 14%…
KSA Issues Duty of Care Guidance for Dutch Operators
The Dutch gambling regulator has published new guidance on duty of care obligations following research into operator practices around player protection measures. Kansspelautoriteit releases two studies and guidance on personal interviews and CRUKS notifications for online…
Ireland Establishes Gambling Authority with Seven-Member Board
Ireland's new Gambling Regulatory Authority becomes operational on 5 March 2025, with Paul Quinn appointed as chair alongside six other members to oversee comprehensive gambling regulation.
MGA warns against fake licensing claims by jackpotcitycasino-uk.uk
MGA declares no connection with jackpotcitycasino-uk.uk, warning the site's licensing claims are false and misleading to consumers. The Malta Gaming Authority has issued a public warning that jackpotcitycasino-uk.uk falsely claims MGA licensing and authorisation.
MGA confirms system breach amid hacker claims and threats
MGA responds to public claims of system breach and associated threats from individual seeking to undermine regulatory authority. MGA has identified a system breach and activated internal response protocols, with initial findings suggesting unauthorised access by an individual…
KSA Issues New Guidelines on Dutch Online Gambling Ad Ban
The Dutch gambling authority has released detailed guidance on untargeted advertising restrictions, addressing operator compliance challenges with practical examples and Q&A sections. Kansspelautoriteit publishes comprehensive guidelines helping Dutch online gambling operators…
Portugal's Q4 2025 Gaming Data Shows Online Growth, Land Drop
Portugal's gaming market shows divergent trends in Q4 2025, with online operations gaining momentum while traditional venues face continued headwinds. SRIJ data shows Portugal's Q4 2025 gaming split: online revenue grows 4.5% while casinos drop 3.8% and bingo halls decline 2.3%…
MGA Reports System Breach by Alleged Security Researcher
MGA has identified a system breach and activated internal response protocols, with initial findings suggesting involvement of an alleged security researcher. Malta Gaming Authority identifies system breach, activates response protocols, and launches investigation into incident…
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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