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Jovana Vukovic ·
Italy has decided to delay its sweeping overhaul of land-based gambling regulations. Originally set to take effect by December 2025, the reform package now has a new deadline: August 2026.…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
On May 30, 2025, Italy’s Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) concluded its call for applications for new remote gaming licenses, signaling a pivotal moment for the country’s online gambling sector.…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
Japan’s House of Representatives has recently passed a bill that would ban the operation and promotion of online casinos within the country. This move is part of the government’s ongoing…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
Sri Lanka has taken its first legislative steps toward transforming its gambling landscape with the gazetting of a draft bill to establish an independent Gambling Regulatory Authority. Spearheaded by President…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
In a landmark move, Brazil’s Senate has passed Bill PL 2.985/2023, introducing sweeping restrictions on how fixed-odds sports betting can be advertised across the country. Initially proposed as a complete…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
The German gambling regulator, Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), has published a comprehensive FAQ to address common misunderstandings about the legality of online casino offerings. The aim is to better…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
Scientific Games has officially been authorized as a lottery supplier in the United Arab Emirates by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). This federal body, established in 2023, regulates…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
Ireland’s plan to regulate its lucrative gambling industry under new, strict rules has been pushed back to mid-2026, more than a year after the appointment of the Gambling Regulation Authority of…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
The Wyoming Gaming Commission has issued a strong public warning regarding the surge of illegal online gambling platforms offering casino-style games across the state. While online sports betting and fantasy…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
International Game Technology (IGT) has announced that the Judging Commission has completed its thorough evaluation of the technical and economic proposals submitted by LottoItalia, the consortium it leads, for the…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has reached out to over a dozen traditional and digital media platforms, urging them to stop promoting unregulated online gambling and sports…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
In a significant move that will reshape the country’s gambling landscape, Paraguay has enacted Law No. 7348/2025, which amends the existing gambling laws and opens the door to private operators.…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
Gambling activity among young adults in Ireland has seen a sharp increase in early 2025, driven in part by major sporting events. New data from Bank of Ireland reveals that…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
International Game Technology (IGT) has officially entered the United Arab Emirates’ regulated gaming industry as the latest supplier to receive a license from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA).…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
A new partnership between New Jersey and the United Arab Emirates aims to set a global standard for innovation and regulation in the gaming sector. On April 30, 2025, Governor…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
The Isle of Man’s Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has projected a £778,000 revenue shortfall for the 2025–26 financial year, citing a continued decline in new gaming licence applications and an…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
Following its successful second reading, Bill 48—officially known as the iGaming Alberta Act—is preparing to undergo rigorous clause-by-clause analysis in the Alberta Legislative Assembly. This next critical phase involves discussions…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
In November 2021, a report emerged accusing Evolution AB, a leader in the online gaming sector, of operating in black markets, including countries under U.S. sanctions such as Syria, Iran,…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
Florida’s sweeping gambling reform initiative, House Bill 1467, is progressing through the state legislature, even as it encounters strong resistance from veterans’ groups, horse racing interests, and the amusement industry.…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
On April 16, 2025, Brazil’s Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA) launched its regulatory agenda for the 2025-2026 biennium, placing a strong emphasis on responsible gambling and the prevention of…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
The road to legalizing land-based casinos in Brazil has faced several delays, with the controversial bill PL 2,234/2022 still awaiting a full vote in the Brazilian Senate. Despite being approved…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has opened an investigation into sports prediction markets operating without a license in the state. These platforms, which allow users to place financial stakes…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
The United Arab Emirates continues shaping its commercial gaming and lottery market, issuing fresh vendor licences and securing new partnerships to support regulatory compliance and secure operations. Novomatic and EQL…
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Filip Radulovic ·
The Thai government has postponed a parliamentary debate on a controversial bill seeking to legalize casinos in the country. Initially scheduled for Wednesday, the debate on the Integrated Entertainment Business…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
The 2025 Gaming in Spain Conference (GiS), set to take place on June 26, 2025, in Madrid, will bring together top industry figures to discuss the latest regulatory changes affecting…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
Hundreds of protesters gathered outside Thailand’s Parliament last week to oppose the government’s plan to legalize casinos under the proposed Entertainment Complex Bill. The demonstration, led by three prominent civic…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
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…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
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…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
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…
By Jovana Vukovic ·
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…