Ontario online gambling spend reaches record CA$22.7B in Q3

Ontario online gambling spend reaches record CA$22.7B in Q3

by January 27, 2025

Ontario’s online gambling market recorded a historic high in Q3 of the 2024-25 fiscal year, with total spending reaching CA$22.7 billion. This marks a 32% increase compared to the same period last year and a 22% rise from the previous quarter. iGaming Ontario, responsible f ...

UK Gambling Commission Intensifies Efforts Against Unlicensed Gambling Markets

UK Gambling Commission Intensifies Efforts Against Unlicensed Gambling Markets

by January 24, 2025

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has issued a stern warning to licensed operators after discovering that their casino games have been appearing on unlicensed websites available to British consumers. This development has prompted the Commission to take a stronger stance against u ...

Italy Extends Gambling Tax Concessions for 2025

Italy Extends Gambling Tax Concessions for 2025

by January 23, 2025

On January 9, 2025, President Sergio Mattarella ratified Italy’s 2025 Budget Law, which includes the extension of tax concessions for the gambling industry. This legislative move has garnered mixed reactions from stakeholders within the Italian gambling sector. Online Gamb ...

The rise of minimum deposit online casinos in New Zealand explored

The rise of minimum deposit online casinos in New Zealand explored

by January 23, 2025

Gaming in New Zealand has changed significantly in recent years. Online gaming has taken over and more players than ever are enjoying their entertainment at online casinos. Casinos on the hunt for players now offer lower minimum deposits than ever – and this strategy is proving a ...

These 5 Countries May Legalize Gambling in 2025

These 5 Countries May Legalize Gambling in 2025

by January 23, 2025

Gambling, both online and offline, has become increasingly popular in recent years. Sports betting has exploded thanks to DraftKings and other fantasy sports apps, while online casinos have become a staple among the gambling community. Still, some markets have yet to legalize gam ...

PAGCOR lowers e-games fee rates to 30% to combat illegal gambling

PAGCOR lowers e-games fee rates to 30% to combat illegal gambling

by January 22, 2025

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has further reduced its fee rates for online gambling operations, cutting them from 35% to 30%, effective January 1, 2025. This latest reduction is part of PAGCOR’s continued efforts to curb illegal online gambling ac ...

Denmark Introduces New Certification Rules for Game Suppliers

Denmark Introduces New Certification Rules for Game Suppliers

by January 21, 2025

The Danish Gambling Authority (Spillemyndigheden) has updated its certification program for betting and online casino in response to the introduction of supplier licenses starting from January 1, 2025.The new regulations, which took effect on January 1, 2025, will become mand ...

UKGC Strengthens Supplier Oversight Amid Compliance Concerns

UKGC Strengthens Supplier Oversight Amid Compliance Concerns

by January 20, 2025

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is taking a more aggressive stance on supplier compliance in 2025, emphasizing the importance of operators conducting thorough due diligence on their business partners. Speaking at the International Association of Gaming Advisors (IAGA) webinar o ...

New Zealand Targets Underage Gambling with Lotto Sales Ban

New Zealand Targets Underage Gambling with Lotto Sales Ban

by January 17, 2025

New Zealand is taking decisive action to shield its youth from gambling-related risks by proposing legislation to ban the sale of all Lotto products to individuals under the age of 18. This reform, set to be introduced in Parliament later this year, builds upon existing restricti ...

Brazil Addresses Certification Delays for Betting Operators

Brazil Addresses Certification Delays for Betting Operators

by January 16, 2025

Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has taken steps to address the certification bottlenecks that emerged as the country’s regulated betting market launched on January 1, 2025. The Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) introduced Normative Instruction No. 3/2025 on January 14 to strea ...

Norsk Tipping Reduces Loss Limits for Young Adults

Norsk Tipping Reduces Loss Limits for Young Adults

by January 15, 2025

State-owned gambling operator Norsk Tipping has announced stricter loss limits for players aged 20 to 24. The new measures, effective February 1, 2025, aim to further protect young adults from gambling-related risks. New Loss Limits for Young Players Under the updated policy, p ...

Could you be missing out on underappreciated casino games?

Could you be missing out on underappreciated casino games?

by January 15, 2025

There are so many different types of online casino games out there nowadays that players have ample choice regarding what to enjoy. This is one of the main aspects increasing the popularity of online gambling, with software providers constantly looking to innovate and keep the in ...

Thailand Moves Toward Casino Legalization with Entertainment Complex Bill

Thailand Moves Toward Casino Legalization with Entertainment Complex Bill

by January 14, 2025

The Thai cabinet has taken a significant step toward legalizing casinos by approving the Entertainment Complex Bill, a draft law designed to invigorate the country’s tourism sector and combat illegal gambling. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced the move on Monday, em ...

Where is FanDuel’s Ceiling?

Where is FanDuel’s Ceiling?

by January 10, 2025

Gaming in the US has only recently reached its popularity but has already become a multi-billion-dollar industry, changing the entertainment industry. As legal online sports betting becomes increasingly adopted nationwide, operators like FanDuel are becoming a fan favorite. They ...

Winners in 8 Categories Crowned at LCB Awards 2024!

Winners in 8 Categories Crowned at LCB Awards 2024!

by January 9, 2025

The much-anticipated LCB Awards 2024 live stream has officially unveiled the winners across eight competitive categories. This annual celebration honors the iGaming industry’s finest, recognizing standout brands for their contributions to this rapidly growing field.This ...