Sweden’s gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen, has banned WinBet for illegally targeting Swedish players through its Superb.bet website. The investigation revealed that WinBet holds a gambling licence only in Greece but was operating actively in Sweden without proper authorization. The regulator found that Superb.bet auto-translated to the Swedish language when accessed from an IP address in Sweden. […]
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Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan has officially assumed responsibility for a fiscal package that includes significant tax hikes and public sector austerity measures, which will be presented to Parliament. A key feature of this reform is the increase in VAT from 19% to 21%, alongside a freeze on public sector wages and pensions in 2026. The […]
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Meta is facing fresh criticism over its advertising policies, following a recent report by the UK-based Open Rights Group. The report titled, Profiling by Proxy: How Meta’s Data-Driven Ads Fuel Discrimination, highlighted that ads promoting awareness are subject to stricter rules than those on gambling promotions. It also revealed the contradiction at the heart of […]
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Flutter Entertainment has confirmed a data breach affecting personal details of some customers on its Paddy Power and Betfair platforms. However, the incident was quickly contained, with immediate steps taken to secure systems and notify authorities. In a statement, Flutter clarified that the breach did not involve sensitive data like passwords, payment details, or identification […]
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FC Bayern Munich has officially announced a new partnership with gambling powerhouse Betano, as part of its commercial expansion. The deal brings together one of Europe’s most successful football teams with a leading name in the sports betting industry. Both organizations confirmed the agreement and will cover branding, marketing, and fan engagement strategies. With this […]
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The Star Entertainment Group has extended the deadline for its proposed exit from the Destination Brisbane Consortium and Destination Gold Coast Consortium, as negotiations continue with joint venture partners. The new deadline is set for 31 July, providing more time to finalise long-form agreements under the previously established Heads of Agreement. This marks a critical […]
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Eight former SkyCity Entertainment executives are facing a legal battle, as an investor attempts to recover a AU$67 million penalty paid by the company. The fine was issued in 2023 after an investigation by AUSTRAC into serious anti-money laundering failures at SkyCity’s Adelaide operations. Investor Stephen Wright has filed an application in the NSW Supreme […]
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Soft2Bet has announced a major sponsorship deal between its Romanian brand Don.ro and leading Liga 1 football club, CFR 1907 Cluj. The partnership begins with the 2025/26 season, designating Don.ro as the club’s main sponsor in a multi-year agreement. This will boost fan engagement and promote responsible gaming practices. Under the agreement terms, Don.ro branding […]
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The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has taken decisive action against an online content creator for promoting illegal gambling. YouTube influencer LeftlanePapi is the first to receive a penalty payment order as part of the KSA’s new enforcement approach. The authority has seen a sharp increase in reports of influencers promoting gambling from illegal providers on […]
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Twelve public transport drivers have been arrested in Paranaque City for alleged illegal participation in online gambling activities during a joint operation by multiple law enforcement agencies. According to the Southern Police District, the suspects included taxi drivers, a ride-hailing driver, a modern jeepney conductor, and a jeepney operator. The individuals, aged between 35 and […]
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