Connecticut Moves to Prohibit Sweepstakes Gaming with Senate Approval

Connecticut Moves to Prohibit Sweepstakes Gaming with Senate Approval

by March 27, 2025

Connecticut’s Senate General Law Committee has unanimously passed Senate Bill 1235 (SB 1235), a bill aimed at banning sweepstakes gaming in the state. The bill, introduced at the request of the Department of Consumer Protection, seeks to close loopholes that have allowed unregula ...

European Gambling Revenue Set to Hit €123.4B in 2024, Online Gains Momentum

European Gambling Revenue Set to Hit €123.4B in 2024, Online Gains Momentum

by March 26, 2025

The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) projects that total gross gaming revenue (GGR) in Europe will rise to €123.4 billion in 2024, marking a 5% increase over 2023. This growth reflects strong performance across both land-based and online sectors, with digital gambli ...

Spain Sees Record Growth in Online Gambling Revenue for 2024

Spain Sees Record Growth in Online Gambling Revenue for 2024

by March 25, 2025

Spain’s online gaming sector experienced a landmark year in 2024, with gross gaming revenue (GGR) rising to €1.45 billion ($1.58 billion), marking a 17.61% increase compared to the previous year. According to the latest State Online Gaming Market report, the market hit all-time h ...

BGaming Enters Italy with GLI-Approved Gaming Content

BGaming Enters Italy with GLI-Approved Gaming Content

by March 24, 2025

BGaming has taken a major step in its international growth strategy, announcing that it has received full certification to offer its iGaming content in the Italian market. The approval, awarded after extensive testing by Gaming Laboratories International (GLI), clears the way for ...

IGSA Prepares AI Best Practices for Gambling Regulators

IGSA Prepares AI Best Practices for Gambling Regulators

by March 21, 2025

The International Gaming Standards Association (IGSA) is taking significant steps to help gambling regulators navigate the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence (AI). The association, founded in 1998, is developing a set of best practices aimed at guiding the regulato ...

Ethical Gambling Forum 2025 to Tackle ESG and Industry Responsibility

Ethical Gambling Forum 2025 to Tackle ESG and Industry Responsibility

by March 20, 2025

The Fourth Annual Ethical Gambling Forum is set to return to Gibraltar on April 29-30, 2025, hosted aboard the Sunborn Yacht Hotel. This two-day event will center on the growing significance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices, reinforcing the role of sustain ...

Malta Gaming Authority Revokes Goldwin’s Gaming Licence

Malta Gaming Authority Revokes Goldwin’s Gaming Licence

by March 19, 2025

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has revoked Goldwin Limited’s gaming authorization, effective March 13, 2025. This move follows the suspension of Goldwin’s gaming license on September 25, 2024, after the company was found in violation of several gaming regulations. Reasons for ...

Norway Debates Shifting from Gambling Monopoly to Licensing Model

Norway Debates Shifting from Gambling Monopoly to Licensing Model

by March 18, 2025

Norway is on the verge of becoming Europe’s last country with a gambling monopoly, as debates intensify over whether to introduce a licensing system for betting operators. While proponents argue that regulation could boost funding for sports and volunteering, critics fear it may ...

Offshore Firms Likely to Dominate New Zealand’s New Online Gambling Market

Offshore Firms Likely to Dominate New Zealand’s New Online Gambling Market

by March 17, 2025

New Zealand is preparing to regulate online gambling for the first time, with the government set to auction 15 online casino licenses. However, concerns have been raised that large offshore companies will dominate the market, leaving local operators struggling to compete. The shi ...

Thailand’s Casino Bill Faces Further Delays as Government Seeks More Review

Thailand’s Casino Bill Faces Further Delays as Government Seeks More Review

by March 14, 2025

The Thai government has postponed its final review of the proposed casino-entertainment complex bill, citing the need for further public consultation and legal scrutiny. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra stated that while the bill remains under consideration, her administrati ...

IGT Lottery Secures Sixth Consecutive Responsible Gaming Certification

IGT Lottery Secures Sixth Consecutive Responsible Gaming Certification

by March 13, 2025

International Game Technology (IGT) has once again solidified its position as a global leader in responsible gaming, as its Italian subsidiary, IGT Lottery, has received the European Lotteries (EL) Responsible Gaming Certification for the sixth consecutive time. This certificatio ...

Alberta Blocks U.S. Slot Machines in Response to Tariff Dispute

Alberta Blocks U.S. Slot Machines in Response to Tariff Dispute

by March 12, 2025

The Alberta government has implemented a ban on purchasing slot machines and video lottery terminals (VLTs) from U.S.-based suppliers, marking a significant escalation in trade tensions between Canada and the United States. The Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission (AGLC ...

Romania Plans 10% Gambling Spending Limit in New Legislation

Romania Plans 10% Gambling Spending Limit in New Legislation

by March 11, 2025

Romanian lawmakers are considering a legislative proposal that would restrict individuals from spending more than 10% of their previous month’s income on gambling activities. This measure, if implemented, would apply across both land-based and online gambling, covering casinos, s ...

Michigan Cracks Down on Offshore Casinos Operating Illegally

Michigan Cracks Down on Offshore Casinos Operating Illegally

by March 10, 2025

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has intensified its enforcement efforts against unregulated online casinos, issuing cease-and-desist orders to five offshore operators that have been providing gambling services illegally within the state. The regulator asserts that these ...

Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland Becomes Operational Under New Laws

Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland Becomes Operational Under New Laws

by March 7, 2025

Ireland has officially launched the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI), bringing a new era of gambling regulation to the country. Established under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024, the GRAI began operations on March 5, 2025, with a mandate to oversee both retail and ...