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KVA Urges Google to Crack Down on False DMCA Complaints Targeting Legal Gambling Sites
The Responsible Affiliates Quality Mark (KVA) has reached out to Google again, urging the tech giant to take more decisive action against…
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Hong Kong Man Makes Billions of Yen through Japan Gambling Racket, Evades Prosecution
17th June 2025 – (Tokyo) A man from Hong Kong used his own “winning algorithm” to gamble in Japan and win billions…
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JO1’s Shion Tsurubo Under Investigation for Illegal Online Gambling
JO1 member Shion Tsurubo is currently under investigation by Japanese authorities on suspicion of illegal online gambling. The 24-year-old idol allegedly placed…
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Chamber Approves Urgency to Block IOF Hike
The Chamber of Deputies approved a request to speed up a legislative project and suspend the federal government's decree to raise the…
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New Online Illegal Gambling Sites Blocked
The ACMA has asked Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to block extra illegal online gambling sites after investigations showed these platforms broke…
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Japan Urges Foreign Jurisdictions to Restrict Access to Online Casinos
Japan has officially requested eight foreign governments and regions to restrict Japanese residents from accessing licensed online casino platforms. This move aims…
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ANJL and IBJR Unite in São Paulo to Oppose Tax Increase
The National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL) and the Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming (IBJR) have signed an agreement in São…
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Dutch Court Orders BetCity to Pay Out €172,000 Jackpot After Player Lawsuit
A Dutch woman has won a legal battle against BetCity, forcing the operator to pay out a jackpot worth over €172,000. The…
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Italy Gambling Reform Ushers in Swift Consolidation to Largest European Market
Higher licence fees and greater entry barriers in Italy might halve the online market, but stakeholders are convinced that is the idea.…
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Malaysia: Foreign Identities Are Used to Cover up Gambling Syndicates’ Online Activities
In Malaysia, syndicates pay foreigners who allow their personal information to be used for SIM card registrations. These SIM cards help syndicates…
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Tabcorp Ordered to Pay AUS$ 4 Million for Spamming VIP Customers
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has instructed Tabcorp to pay AUS $4 million (equal to US$2.6 million) for breaking spam…
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New York Board Approves Downstate Casino Bids Minimum Capital, Licence Fee
In a meeting lasting less than 10 minutes on Monday, the New York State Gaming Commission’s Gaming Facility Location Board locked in…
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SIPP PN Praya Website Restored After Gambling Ads Appear
The Case Tracking Information System’s official website, managed by the Praya District Court, was reportedly displaying unauthorised online gambling advertisements. However, this…
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Gibraltar Removed from EU List of High-Risk Jurisdictions
Gibraltar has been officially removed from the European Commission’s list of volatile third country jurisdictions. The decision follows detailed reviews and assessments…
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Play’n GO Joins G7 Summit to Lead Global Gambling Policy Discussions
Play’n GO will take centre stage at the G7 Leaders Summit in Calgary this week. The company is the only gaming supplier…
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Romania to Dismantle Gambling Regulator ONJN Following Regulatory Failures
Romania’s government plans to shut down the National Gambling Office (ONJN), which is the main authority overseeing gambling activities, according to the…
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Swedish Gambling Authority Ends Influencer Advertising of Illegal Gambling on Twitch
This action comes from a steady push to tackle illegal gambling ads, focusing mainly on Swedish audiences reached through online channels. Key…
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Louisiana Senate Approves Online Sports Betting Tax Hike, Bill Heads to Gov. Landry
Louisiana is ready to increase its tax rate on online sports betting, while Flutter Entertainment is making customers pay more in Illinois…
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Brazilian Government Admits Lack of Revenue Data from Online Betting Sector
The Brazilian federal government has acknowledged its current lack of reliable data on revenue from the online betting sector. This admission was…
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Philippine Senate Approves Anti-POGO Act in Final Reading
The legislation aims to ensure the complete removal of POGO operations and extend the prohibition beyond the current administration's tenure. Key Points…
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