Gambling Regulation News
Gambling regulation updates from jurisdictions worldwide. Licensing changes, compliance requirements, enforcement actions, and policy developments that shape the iGaming landscape.
Danish AML Register Expands to Cover Cross-Border Operators
New Danish regulations require cross-border operators to register with the anti-money laundering system, expanding compliance obligations beyond domestic licensees.
Denmark Updates Gambling Marketing Disclosure Requirements
Denmark's gambling regulator strengthens marketing oversight with revised guidance on disclosure duties and promotional activities.
Denmark Reaches Political Deal on Gambling Reform Measures
Danish politicians have agreed on new measures to combat compulsive gambling and strengthen youth protection in the regulated market.
Danish Gambling Spend Drops 0.9% as Betting Sector Tumbles 35%
Denmark's gambling market showed mixed performance in September, with overall spending down 0.9% year-on-year despite strong growth in online casinos.
Denmark Legalizes Bingo via Walkie-Talkie and Radio
Denmark has approved legislation creating a new licence category for bingo operations via walkie-talkie and local radio, with applications opening January 2026.
Danish Authority alerts operators to updated FATF risk lists
Danish regulator draws attention to refreshed FATF Grey and Black Lists, impacting gambling operators' risk assessment and enhanced due diligence requirements.
AMLA opens consultations on AML rules for gambling sector
Europe's new Anti-Money Laundering Authority has launched public consultations on three draft regulatory acts that will impact gambling operators across the continent.
Spain Approves New ONCE Scratch Game Products and Regulations
Spanish government endorses ONCE's new scratch game products worth €3-5, launching April 2026 with updated regulatory framework.
Booming Games unveils Gold Gold Gold Hold and Win slot
Booming Games releases Gold Gold Gold Hold and Win slot with 2,000x maximum win potential and dual bonus features targeting high-stakes players.
Dutch KSA cracks down on misleading early payout marketing
KSA found operators failed to clearly communicate that early payout features exclude draw bets, creating customer confusion over promotional terms.
Gambling Commission extends GSGB survey contract for four years
The Gambling Commission has extended the Gambling Survey for Great Britain contract with NatCen and University of Glasgow for another four years, running 2026–2029.
KSA Catches One Casino and bet365 Offering Illegal Under-21 Bets
The Dutch gambling authority found both operators mistakenly accepted wagers on youth football matches through system errors.
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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