Gambling Regulation News
Gambling regulation news and igaming regulation updates from 40+ jurisdictions. Licensing changes, enforcement actions, online gambling laws, and policy developments.
UK Gambling Chief Defends Financial Risk Checks at Ethics Forum
Executive Director Tim Miller defended the Commission's approach to Financial Risk Assessments, revealing new pilot data that contradicts critics' concerns. Gambling Commission's Tim Miller counters misconceptions about Financial Risk Assessments, revealing pilot data shows only…
Dutch Regulator Shuts Down Unlicensed Bingo Loco Events
The Kansspelautoriteit has intervened against unlicensed bingo events operated by Legs Eleven Limited, leading to their conversion into music quizzes. Dutch gambling authority KSA forces Bingo Loco events at Rotterdam and Maastricht venues to convert to music quizzes after…
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. Lottery associations denounce SELAE's digital platform allows sales without physical store…
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. IPS presents Ágoras sessions and new Tótem terminal at Interazar 2026, featuring AI-driven gaming solutions for operators and hospitality venues.
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. Ireland's new gambling regulator launches with sweeping powers including €20 million fines, 8-year prison…
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. Gran Madrid Awards' second edition draws major industry attendance at Casino Torrequebrada, with…
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. Ireland's newly established gambling regulator launches month-long consultation on licensing…
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. Zitro's FANTASY product and Brave Dragon title generated significant operator interest at the Casino Operators…
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. Bank of Ireland joins AIB, EBS and Revolut in offering gambling blocking facilities as GRAI pushes for wider banking…
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. Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland signs cooperation framework with UKGC, first of planned EU regulatory…
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. INFINITY GAMING presents upgraded product catalogue with APOLLO GAMES slots, ZUUM updates, and INTERBLOCK enhancements…
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. LOYRA Abogados will join Melilla's delegation at Interazar 2026, Spain's premier gaming industry fair…
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.
Coverage Includes
- 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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