Paraguay Moves to Open Gambling Market with New Bill

Paraguay Moves to Open Gambling Market with New Bill

by December 24, 2024

In a pivotal step towards modernizing its gambling sector, the Paraguay Chamber of Deputies has approved a bill that marks the end of the country’s state-run gambling monopoly. The reform, passed on December 17, 2024, introduces sweeping changes aimed at liberalizing the ma ...

Italy Introduces Comprehensive Online Gambling Licensing Regime

Italy Introduces Comprehensive Online Gambling Licensing Regime

by December 23, 2024

Italy has officially launched a new licensing framework for online gambling, finalizing the first phase of its gambling sector reorganization in 2024. The new licensing structure, which was documented in the EU’s Official Journal, enables operators to obtain nine-year concessions ...

Malta Gaming Authority Releases Mid-Year Report for 2024

Malta Gaming Authority Releases Mid-Year Report for 2024

by December 20, 2024

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has published its Interim Performance Report, covering regulatory milestones and industry trends for the first half of 2024. The report provides an in-depth review of licensing activity, compliance enforcement, and the economic contribution of the ...

Brazil Senate Delays Vote on Casino Legalization Bill

Brazil Senate Delays Vote on Casino Legalization Bill

by December 6, 2024

In a major update for Brazil’s gambling landscape, the vote on a crucial bill that would legalize land-based casinos, bingo halls, and the controversial street lottery game jogo do bicho has been postponed by the Brazilian Senate. Initially scheduled for December 4, 2024, t ...

Codere Online Navigates Revenue Growth Amid Spain’s Changing Market

Codere Online Navigates Revenue Growth Amid Spain’s Changing Market

by December 5, 2024

Codere Online recorded strong financial results for Q3 2024, with total net gaming revenue reaching €51.7 million, a 20% increase compared to the same period last year. This growth was driven by standout performances in Spain and Mexico, the operator’s two largest markets. ...

Polymarket Faces Regulatory Block in France Over Illegal Gambling Concerns

Polymarket Faces Regulatory Block in France Over Illegal Gambling Concerns

by December 5, 2024

France’s gambling regulator, l’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has imposed a geo-block on Polymarket.com, a crypto-based prediction market platform, over allegations of illegal gambling. The platform, operated by Web3 developer Adventure One QSS and licensed in Panama, has bee ...

Lawsuit Targets Google and Apple Over Sweepstakes Casino Apps

Lawsuit Targets Google and Apple Over Sweepstakes Casino Apps

by December 4, 2024

Tech giants Google and Apple are under legal scrutiny in New Jersey, facing allegations of violating the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. The lawsuit, filed on November 27, implicates their roles in hosting and processing payments for sweepstakes casino ...

Vietnam Tightens Online Gaming Rules with Decree 147

Vietnam Tightens Online Gaming Rules with Decree 147

by December 4, 2024

Vietnam has enacted Decree 147/2024/ND-CP to introduce stricter regulations for online gaming, targeting casino-style and card-based games to mitigate potential social harm. The measure reflects a broader effort by the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) to promote r ...

Argentina’s Chamber of Deputies Advances Strict Online Gambling Advertising Ban

Argentina’s Chamber of Deputies Advances Strict Online Gambling Advertising Ban

by December 3, 2024

The Argentine Chamber of Deputies has approved a bill aimed at curbing online gambling advertising and addressing gambling addiction, particularly among youth. The measure, which passed during a special session on November 27 with 139 votes in favor, 36 against, and 59 abstention ...

Curaçao GCB Responds to Corruption Allegations in Licensing Reform

Curaçao GCB Responds to Corruption Allegations in Licensing Reform

by December 2, 2024

The Gaming Control Board (GCB) of Curaçao has issued a strong rebuttal against allegations of corruption, fraud, and money laundering in its gambling licensing reform. The claims, brought forward by local politician Luigi Faneyte of the opposition Real Alternative Party, accuse t ...

Stakelogic Partners with Netwin for Slots and Live Casino in Italy

Stakelogic Partners with Netwin for Slots and Live Casino in Italy

by December 2, 2024

Stakelogic, a prominent provider of casino and live gaming content, has entered into a pivotal partnership with Italian operator Netwin, marking another milestone in its expansion across the Italian market. The agreement will bring Stakelogic’s award-winning slot games and live c ...

LCB Awards 2024: A Celebration of iGaming Excellence – Vote Now & Win Cash Prizes

LCB Awards 2024: A Celebration of iGaming Excellence – Vote Now & Win Cash Prizes

by December 2, 2024

The LCB Awards 2024 are officially live, marking the third consecutive year of honoring the best the online gambling world has to offer. Hosted by lcb.org, this year’s awards spotlight eight key categories that recognize the most deserving online casinos, game providers, an ...

Victoria’s Gambling Regulator Enforces Accountability with Major Actions in 2023-24

Victoria’s Gambling Regulator Enforces Accountability with Major Actions in 2023-24

by November 29, 2024

The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) reinforced its role as a rigorous gambling regulator, taking 88 disciplinary actions in the 2023-24 financial year. The VGCCC’s Annual Report, tabled in Parliament, highlights a zero-tolerance approach to breaches and a ...

Paraguay Advances Bill to End Gambling Monopoly and Open Market to Competition

Paraguay Advances Bill to End Gambling Monopoly and Open Market to Competition

by November 28, 2024

Paraguay is taking a significant step toward transforming its gambling industry. In early November 2024, the government presented a bill that aims to amend the country’s gambling legislation (Law No 1,016/1997) and liberalise the market by ending the current monopoly on gambling ...

UK Implements Online Slot Stake Limits and Gambling Levy

UK Implements Online Slot Stake Limits and Gambling Levy

by November 27, 2024

The UK government has announced comprehensive measures to address gambling-related harm, introducing a statutory levy on gambling operators and online slot stake limits. These initiatives aim to bolster protections for vulnerable individuals while funding essential research, prev ...