Gambling Regulation News
Gambling regulation updates from jurisdictions worldwide. Licensing changes, compliance requirements, enforcement actions, and policy developments that shape the iGaming landscape.
Lottery War: SELAE Accused of Digital Sales Monopoly Scheme
Spanish lottery associations accuse state operator SELAE of systematically bypassing physical store commissions through unassigned online sales, escalating into a public battle.
IPS Unveils AI Gaming Solutions at Interazar 2026
Spanish gaming technology provider IPS will showcase AI-powered solutions and autonomous credit systems at the Interazar trade fair.
Ireland Launches New Gambling Regulator with €20M Penalty Powers
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland officially launches with unprecedented enforcement powers and a mandate to tackle problem gambling affecting 409,000 adults.
Gran Madrid Awards Hosts Major Gala at Casino Torrequebrada
The second Gran Madrid Awards gala brought together Spanish online gaming professionals at Casino Torrequebrada, marking significant growth in attendance and industry recognition.
Ireland's GRAI Opens Public Consultation on Gambling Licensing
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland has opened a public consultation on proposed licensing regulations, marking a key step toward Ireland's regulated gambling market.
Zitro's FANTASY Product Draws Strong Interest at Greece Summit
Zitro's exclusive showcase at the Casino Operators Summit in Thessaloniki attracted strong operator interest in their FANTASY gaming platform and Brave Dragon title.
Bank of Ireland Adds Gambling Blocking as Consumer Protection
Bank of Ireland becomes the fourth major financial institution in Ireland to offer gambling blocking facilities following engagement with the gambling regulator.
GRAI Signs First EU Cooperation Deal with UKGC
Ireland's gambling regulator formalized cooperation with the UKGC through an MOU, marking the first of several planned partnerships across EU jurisdictions.
INFINITY GAMING Unveils 2026 Product Evolution at INTERAZAR
INFINITY GAMING will showcase significant product evolution including new APOLLO GAMES slots and enhanced ZUUM/INTERBLOCK offerings at INTERAZAR 2026 in Madrid.
LOYRA Abogados Returns to Interazar 2026 with Melilla
LOYRA Abogados confirms participation in Interazar 2026 alongside the Autonomous City of Melilla, reinforcing the territory's position in Spain's online gaming sector.
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.
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.
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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