Bulgaria’s gambling sector has opposed a draft bill that proposes an increase in the minimum gambling age from 18 to 21. Earlier this month, populist party ITN presented a draft …
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European Parliament to consider EU iGaming tax to fund education, harm prevention and mental health support
4 minutes readEU Member States have been urged to consider adopting a ‘unionised tax charge’ for online gambling operators, with proceeds directed towards funding social initiatives, education and workforce reskilling projects. A …
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Australia’s $20m research paper branded ‘AI slop’ as concerns grow over gambling research methods
by A.J. Koehn6 minutes readConcerns over the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in gambling-related research have intensified after politicians and academics raised questions about an evidence review used to support a AU$20m (£10.4m) funding …
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Dutch regulator highlights pressure points in PM Jetten’s gambling plan
by A.J. Koehn3 minutes readWith new Dutch PM Rob Jetten setting into power, his coalition’s action plan has room to clash with the gambling regulator on two key areas. This was raised by Michel …
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EuropeSBC News
Swedish operators urged to give AMLA feedback on EU money laundering rules
3 minutes readSpelinspektionen, the Gambling Inspectorate of Sweden, has urged licensees and stakeholders to engage with the ‘AMLA consultations’ to help improve the legitimacy and effectiveness of money laundering policies, practices and …
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VBET compliance chief says Brazil needs to tackle illegal operators urgently
3 minutes readVBET’s Ariel Litvac has warned that the appetite for the Brazilian market is becoming increasingly selective as tax uncertainty elevates. Speaking to iGaming Expert, he emphasised the importance of data-driven …
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North AmericaSBC News
Alberta iGaming market fine-tuned but still missing a launch date
3 minutes readIt has been confirmed that the Alberta iGaming market will largely mirror the framework of Ontario, as progress has been made in polishing the market’s regulatory framework. The Alberta Gaming, …
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BetMGM in hot water for allegedly sending emails to underage people
by SBC Americas4 minutes readBetMGM came under fire from Massachusetts regulators after a report found the online sports betting and casino operator allegedly sent marketing materials to underage people in the state. At a …
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Feature: Is regulating betting advertising the federal government’s responsibility?
6 minutes readThe legislation that would task the federal government with establishing national guidelines for regulating sports betting advertising may have been approved by the Senate two years in a row, but …
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The status of online gaming in the Philippines is once again under the microscope as PAGCOR vowed greater regulation in the face of prohibition calls. The regulator’s Chair and CEO, …
