iGaming Regulation News

MGA gives a public message to warn users about some websites saying wrongly that they are linked to the regulator. Key Points MGA communicates that some websites not hold a Maltese licence are claiming they have one. The regulator asks players to check each operator on its official list of licensed companies. This statement comes […]

The National Lottery Authority (NLA) has launched a new sticker system to identify licensed operators and clamp down on illegal activity in the lottery sector. The initiative began on 1 September in partnership with the Concerned Lotto Agents Association of Ghana. Speaking at the launch in Accra, NLA Director-General Mohammed Abdul-Salam said the sticker scheme […]

Kazakhstan is considering toughening its stance against social media influencers promoting online casinos and betting platforms. Authorities argue that financial penalties no longer suffice to deter repeat offenders, as earnings from gambling promotions often outweigh existing fines. The Financial Monitoring Agency (FMA) has reported that 34 influencers were identified in early 2025 for advertising online […]

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has issued formal warnings to two offshore operators, Hollycorn NV and Stellar, for breaches of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (IGA). The regulator found that both companies offered prohibited gambling services to Australian customers without the required authorisation. An ACMA investigation confirmed that Hollycorn NV, through its Slot […]

The Directorate-General for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ), has begun work on a new tool to protect players by identifying risky behaviours. The regulator has published the first draft of its mechanism project and opened it up for public consultation. The initiative comes as part of the Royal Decree issued on 14 March, which obliges […]

The EOD Code got caught by regulators for allowing people in the country to gamble, and the probe ran between November 2024 and March 2025. The KSA supervisor could sign up at Instant Casino by sharing Netherlands details like a phone number with a Dutch code, an action that must be blocked. After making the […]

Their report from Thursday shows an 8.5% climb from last year’s $27.5bn, showing that regulated betting keeps spreading in the country. This prediction tracks bets placed at regular sportsbooks in 38 states and the District of Columbia, places where sports betting is allowed. Bill Miller, AGA President and CEO, explained that legal, regulated sports betting […]

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has acknowledged increased calls for a ban on gambling advertising. But he has stopped its endorsement, warning that this could drive players toward offshore platforms. Responding to questions on the government’s support of a ban, Albanese stated that policy must be guided by careful consideration. Instead, he highlighted initiatives to […]

Indonesian authorities have frozen over RP154.3 billion linked to suspected online gambling operations, in its latest campaign against illegal digital betting platforms. The National Police’s Criminal Investigation Agency confirmed the funds were spread across 811 bank accounts, used to process bets or store proceeds from gambling activities.  According to Senior Commissioner Ferdy Saragih, the action […]

Romania’s National Office for Gambling (ONJN) has ordered the blocking of 30 unlicensed gambling websites offering remote gambling services without the necessary authorisations or payment of required fees. This violates Romanian gambling laws and regulatory compliance standards for safeguarding players. As part of the decision, internet service providers in Romania must block access to the […]