France is set to hit €14 billion in gross gaming revenue (GGR) in 2024, making it the 4th largest gambling market in Europe. This figure, from the 2024 ANJ annual report, is up 4.7% from last year. Much of this growth is due to the online gambling boom, especially sports betting and lottery, and a […]
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Spain’s gambling regulator imposed €142.7 million in fines on online betting and gaming operators in 2024. The Directorate General for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ), under the Ministry of Social Rights, Consumer Affairs, and Agenda 2030, was the driving force behind the penalties for both unauthorised foreign operators and licensed companies that failed to comply […]
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Safer Gambling Week 2024 has again demonstrated its effectiveness in encouraging responsible gambling, with new evidence revealing a significant boost in the adoption of safer gambling tools across the UK and Ireland. The week-long event, held between November 18-24, witnessed record levels of engagement, and it’s evident the campaign is making waves. In line with […]
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Alberta is about to undergo a big change in the online gambling and sports betting space. Bill 48, aka the iGaming Alberta Act, has passed the legislature and all that’s left is Royal Assent. Once that happens, Alberta will be the second province in Canada, after Ontario, to open up to private operators. Right now, […]
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Bank of Ireland has introduced a new feature that allows customers to block gambling transactions on their debit cards. This is to help those with gambling habits take control of their finances by blocking access to gambling sites. Once you opt in to this service, the block will prevent any debit card payments to gambling […]
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Spain’s DGOJ has slapped 14 gambling operators with €77.4 million ($87.9 million) in fines for operating in the Spanish market without a license. This is the latest in a series of measures to protect consumers from unregulated gambling platforms. The operators sanctioned are: Wot NV, Magicwin Games Tech LTD, Winbet NV, Spicyjackpots Games Tech LTS, […]
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Colombia’s online gambling industry is about to take a big leap as lawmakers are close to officially recognizing eSports in the legal framework. Law 026 of 2024, a bill that classifies eSports as a sport and integrates it into Colombia’s National Sports System, has passed the Senate and is waiting for the President’s approval. If […]
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Thailand’s Senate committee is getting ready to invite Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to explain- and justify- the government’s Entertainment Complex Bill. That’s set to happen at the committee’s third session on May 15, where the Prime Minister is expected to appear. The committee is under pressure from politicians and the public to clarify the bill’s […]
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The Central Government told the Supreme Court that in the context of Goods and Services Tax (GST), the distinction between games of skill and games of chance doesn’t matter. According to the Centre, any act of betting whether it’s skill based or chance based is gambling and hence taxable under GST. This was during the […]
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Several big name NZ influencers have turned down offers to promote overseas online casinos in a move that reflects growing concerns about social media’s impact on gambling. The Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) is cracking down on those who continue to breach the law by promoting offshore gambling platforms. Among those saying no to gambling […]
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