The UK Gambling Commission has flipped the consumer insights playbook around, publishing its first study on what players understand as ‘informed choice’. Introduced by Commission Strategy Manager Donna Bateman, the …
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KSA Chair: The Netherlands needs cross-border collaboration to tackle black market
by A.J. Koehn4 minutes readThe Chair of the Netherlands’ gambling regulator has urged European nations to collaborate as the continent continues to fight against the illegal gambling market. Michel Groothuizen, Chair of the Kansspelautoriteit …
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Stake blocks access in Ireland after reported consultation with regulator
by A.J. Koehn3 minutes readStake has reportedly blocked access to Irish consumers following consultation with the Gambling Regulatory Authority for Ireland (GRAI), according to national media. It comes two months on from the GRAI’s …
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Despite its monopoly status as the state-owned operator, Veikkaus is all for opening the Finnish iGaming market to commercially licensed operators, so long as it boosts player protection and combats …
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Germany interstate authorities have begun targeting illegal gambling networks amid warnings by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) of heightened money-laundering risks as a direct threat to the German economy. …
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Former Playtech exec Francesco Rodano joins Allwyn as RG chief
by Steve Hoare2 minutes readAllwyn has appointed Francesco Rodano has joined the lottery-led gaming entertainment company as Group Head of Responsible Gaming, bringing substantial international experience spanning public policy, regulation and technology innovation. Francesco joins after …
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iGaming Daily: The Dutch Dilemma – Duty of Care vs. Black Market Risk
by Steve Hoare1 minutes readThis episode explores the recent developments in Dutch online gambling regulation, including the proposed advertising ban, market challenges, and future outlook. Featuring insights from industry experts Ted Menmuir and Christian …
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The appointment of Ruth Evans as the new Chair of the Gambling Commission (GC) comes at a vital moment for the UK iGaming market, as industry stakeholders continue to combat …
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Armenia is preparing to roll out more restrictions against illegal operators through a new reform package that would tighten the oversight of online gambling. State news agency Armenpress has reported …
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The political debate around gambling has long been polarised and now it has plunged into obscenity. But where are those who should be representing the grown-ups? Steve Hoare investigates Gamban …
