Gambling Regulation News
Gambling regulation updates from jurisdictions worldwide. Licensing changes, compliance requirements, enforcement actions, and policy developments that shape the iGaming landscape.
MGA Issues Warning Against Three Unauthorised Gaming Sites
Malta's gaming regulator has identified three websites making false licensing claims and warns operators about unlicensed entities.
Danish Gambling Authority Issues New Responsible Gaming Guide
Danish regulator provides updated responsible gambling framework for betting and casino operators with compliance guidance.
KSA Bans All Influencers and Streamers from Dutch iGaming Ads
Dutch gambling authority KSA has clarified that all influencers and streamers are banned from promoting online gambling, regardless of follower count.
MGA reveals systemic gaps in online self-exclusion systems
Malta's gaming regulator identifies critical gaps in self-exclusion systems after mystery shopping exercise across 58 gaming URLs.
Dutch Regulator Hits Polymarket with €420,000 Weekly Fine
De Kansspelautoriteit targets Adventure One QSS Inc. for operating Polymarket without proper licensing in the Netherlands.
Major Spanish outlets expose SELAE's digital power grab
Three major Spanish publications have launched scathing critiques of SELAE's attempt to centralize online lottery sales, backing lottery sellers' monopoly claims.
Dutch Gaming Chief Warns Against Casino Ad Ban Plan
Dutch gambling authority head warns new cabinet's advertising restrictions could push players to illegal sites while legal operators face unfair penalties.
Danish gambling spend jumps 11.5% in April amid online surge
Danish gambling spend increased 11.5% in April 2025 versus 2024, driven by online casino growth of 21.6% while land-based gaming declined.
Denmark's ROFUS Registry Hits 60,000 Self-Exclusions Mark
The Danish Gambling Authority's ROFUS registry has surpassed 60,000 self-exclusions, highlighting growing awareness of responsible gambling tools among Danish players.
Seven EU regulators unite against illegal gambling ads
Regulators from Austria, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Portugal and Spain demand coordinated action against unauthorised gambling operators.
Danish Regulator Secures Record 178 Website Blocks
Denmark's gambling regulator secured its largest single blocking order to date, targeting 178 unlicensed operators in coordinated enforcement action.
FATF Updates High-Risk Jurisdictions List for AML Compliance
FATF has updated its high-risk jurisdictions lists, with implications for gambling operators' anti-money laundering compliance and customer due diligence procedures.
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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