Gambling Regulation News

Gambling regulation updates from jurisdictions worldwide. Licensing changes, compliance requirements, enforcement actions, and policy developments that shape the iGaming landscape.

GRAI Signs Cross-Border MOU with Belgian Gaming Commission
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GRAI Signs Cross-Border MOU with Belgian Gaming Commission

GRAI CEO Anne Marie Caulfield signed information sharing agreement with Belgian Gaming Commission as part of broader EU regulatory cooperation strategy.

Apr 24, 20263 min
Ireland's gambling regulator publishes consultation report
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Ireland's gambling regulator publishes consultation report

GRAI commissioned external analysis of 27 submissions covering application fees, licence durations, and additional conditions under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024.

Apr 24, 20267 min
GRAI signs third MOU with Gibraltar regulator ahead of licensing
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GRAI signs third MOU with Gibraltar regulator ahead of licensing

The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland has signed its third international MOU, establishing a cooperation framework with Gibraltar ahead of its first licensing phase.

Apr 24, 20263 min
Irish Research Exposes How Gambling Offers Target Vulnerable Players
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Irish Research Exposes How Gambling Offers Target Vulnerable Players

Research commissioned by Ireland's gambling regulator shows promotional offers significantly increase betting volumes, particularly among problem gambling-prone individuals.

Apr 23, 20265 min
MGA Games Launches Boquerone en Las Vegas Classic Bar Slot
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MGA Games Launches Boquerone en Las Vegas Classic Bar Slot

Spanish content developer MGA Games releases new Classic Bar Slot combining traditional slot mechanics with celebrity humor and Las Vegas glamour.

Apr 23, 20263 min
Evoke in £225M merger talks with Bally's Intralot unit
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Evoke in £225M merger talks with Bally's Intralot unit

Evoke, owner of William Hill and 888, enters merger discussions with Bally's Intralot unit in a potential £225 million deal amid financial strain.

Apr 23, 20264 min
Dutch Gambling Authority Updates Municipal Slot Machine Guide
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Dutch Gambling Authority Updates Municipal Slot Machine Guide

The Kansspelautoriteit has updated its municipal guide for gambling machine supervision, addressing regulatory clarity and enforcement responsibilities.

Apr 23, 20264 min
Irish Gambling Regulator Issues Application Guidance Ahead
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Irish Gambling Regulator Issues Application Guidance Ahead

GRAI has published licensing application guidance as Ireland prepares to launch its new gambling licensing system for Business-to-Consumer operators.

Apr 22, 20263 min
EGT's Modular Roulette Transforms Casino Mediterranean Experience
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EGT's Modular Roulette Transforms Casino Mediterranean Experience

EGT's modular roulette featuring six 32-inch touchscreen terminals transforms gaming at Casino Mediterráneo Villajoyosa with stadium-style seating.

Apr 22, 20264 min
Dutch regulator streamlines Cruks registration for guardians
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Dutch regulator streamlines Cruks registration for guardians

The Dutch gambling authority has streamlined the process for guardians to register clients with gambling problems in the national exclusion system.

Apr 22, 20263 min
Mega Casino Targets Local Bars in Spain World Cup Campaign
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Mega Casino Targets Local Bars in Spain World Cup Campaign

Mega Casino launches "El mejor bar para ver el fútbol" campaign, encouraging fans to nominate their favourite local venues to watch Spain's World Cup matches.

Apr 21, 20264 min
Villamanín Lottery Scandal Exposes SELAE Control Failures
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Villamanín Lottery Scandal Exposes SELAE Control Failures

Four months after the Christmas lottery scandal, Villamanín's chaotic prize distribution reveals deep flaws in SELAE's control mechanisms.

Apr 21, 20265 min

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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