The Ministry of Finance in Rwanda has moved to significantly raise taxes on the country’s gambling sector. Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Yusuf Murangwa revealed during a press conference …
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Govt proposes “new vision” as Dutch Gambling Bill prioritises youth protection
by SBC News5 minutes readThe Netherlands will embark on a “fundamental change of course in gambling policy”, with a new gambling bill set to be proposed to the House of Representatives (Kamer) by the …
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Denmark flags peak online casino GGR as ROFUS hits +55,000 users
by SBC News2 minutes readSpillemyndigheden, Denmark’s Gambling Authority, has published its market statistics for Danish gambling in 2024. The report covers the key segments of gross gaming revenues (GGR) for online casinos, sports betting, …
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Michigan orders nine more offshore casinos to hit the road
by Steve Hoare2 minutes readThe Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) is not letting up in its efforts to ensure the only online casinos taking state residents’ money are ones it has licensed. Michigan’s regulator announced on Wednesday it …
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The Basque Observatory warns that 47 percent of young people participate in gambling
by Steve Hoare3 minutes readThe Basque Gaming Observatory has launched a new market study which warns that 47 percent of young people between 18 and 24 years old are active participants in gaming and betting offers …
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The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has responded positively to the EU Committee for Standardisation‘s (CEN) draft on a common gambling harm markers framework. Text proposals dictate that a …
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BGC CEO addresses “shared challenge” of illegal gambling black market
by SBC News2 minutes readGrainne Hurst has warned of black market gambling being used to raise funds that support illegal business empires. The CEO of the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) spoke of these …
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OHID confirmed as Prevention Commissioner of new RET Levy system
by SBC News5 minutes readThe Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) takes role of RET Levy Prevention Commissioner as system demands a measurable understanding of harms… DCMS has confirmed the appointment of the …
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Swedish operators report RG figures with steep climb in self-exclusions at Betsson
by Steve Hoare3 minutes readSwedish operators ATG, Betsson, Kindred and Svenska Spel have released their H2 2024 responsible gambling figures. One of the most notable differences in the figures is Betsson’s self-exclusion statistic – …
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Brazil places all encompassing self-exclusion scheme on top of 2025 agenda
by SBC News3 minutes readThe creation of a “comprehensive gambling self-exclusion scheme for Brazil” has been prioritised by the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA). On Monday, 10 February, the SPA sanctioned a public …