Ireland’s Gambling Authority Sets Stage for Licensing Rollout

Ireland’s Gambling Authority Sets Stage for Licensing Rollout

by April 2, 2025

The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) has taken a significant step toward implementing the country’s new gambling licensing system, inviting operators and suppliers to register their interest ahead of the application window’s anticipated launch later in 2025. ...

JPMorgan’s Groundbreaking Quantum Computing Achievement: Generating Certified Randomness

JPMorgan’s Groundbreaking Quantum Computing Achievement: Generating Certified Randomness

by April 1, 2025

On March 26, 2025, JPMorgan Chase, in collaboration with Quantinuum, Argonne National Laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and the University of Texas at Austin, announced a pivotal breakthrough in quantum computing.Their joint research, published in Nature, demonstrate ...

UKGC Confirms Stricter Bonus Rules and Promotion Limits from December 2025

UKGC Confirms Stricter Bonus Rules and Promotion Limits from December 2025

by March 31, 2025

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has unveiled sweeping new regulations that will dramatically change how gambling operators structure promotional offers. Announced on 26 March 2025, the reforms are aimed at simplifying bonuses, improving transparency, and reducing player harm—es ...

PlayCity to Replace KRAIL as Ukraine Overhauls Gambling Regulation

PlayCity to Replace KRAIL as Ukraine Overhauls Gambling Regulation

by March 28, 2025

Ukraine’s government has formally approved the start of the liquidation process for the Commission for the Regulation of Gambling and Lotteries (KRAIL), marking a pivotal shift in the country’s approach to gambling oversight. Starting April 1, 2025, the commission’s duties will b ...

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 ...