The ACMA has asked Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to block extra illegal online gambling sites after investigations showed these platforms broke the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. Currently, the new batch of blocked sites includes: Casiny CoinPoker Crown Play Fafabet9 SlotFred Smart 93 Vigor Spin To protect Australians from illegal online gambling, blocking websites is […]

Japan has officially requested eight foreign governments and regions to restrict Japanese residents from accessing licensed online casino platforms. This move is aimed at combating illegal gambling in the country. According to a government source, the request was prompted by an increased number of Japanese users gambling on offshore platforms but in violation of domestic […]

The National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL) and the Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming (IBJR) have signed an agreement in São Paulo, part of efforts to defend Brazil’s regulated betting industry. This initiative was led by Plínio Lemos Jorge, president of ANJL, and Fernando Vieira, president of IBJR. The move follows a proposed increase […]

A Dutch woman has won a legal battle against BetCity, forcing the operator to pay out a jackpot worth over €172,000. The dispute began after she won €172,834.12 on July 2, 2023, but the company withheld the prize and launched an investigation into her account use. On suspicions of violating terms and conditions, BetCity closed […]

Higher licence fees and greater entry barriers in Italy might halve the online market, but stakeholders are convinced that is the idea. On May 30, Italy’s Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) brought its remote gambling concessions tender to a formal close. Names of successful bidders are expected sometime after the summer ends, yet whatever happens, […]

In Malaysia, syndicates pay foreigners who allow their personal information to be used for SIM card registrations. These SIM cards help syndicates set up gambling websites and manage advertising on popular social media networks. Operations often happen inside condominiums with tight security measures, sometimes involving influencers to pull more users into gambling. Royal Malaysia Police […]

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has instructed Tabcorp to pay AUS $4 million (equal to US$2.6 million) for breaking spam rules by sending more than 5,700 marketing messages to people in its VIP program. ACMA completed an investigation and discovered Tabcorp issued 2,598 SMS and WhatsApp messages to users from 1 February to […]

In a meeting lasting less than 10 minutes on Monday, the New York State Gaming Commission’s Gaming Facility Location Board locked in two vital elements for the three available downstate casino licenses. All necessary entitlement procedures, including zoning and environmental reviews, must reach completion by September 30. Dealing with zoning rules is especially demanding this […]

The Case Tracking Information System’s official website, managed by the Praya District Court, was reportedly displaying unauthorised online gambling advertisements. However, this has been resolved.  The issue began late Monday night, June 9, 2025, when users accessing the SIPP portal via Google search, were redirected to external betting websites. By Tuesday morning, the court’s IT […]

Gibraltar has been officially removed from the European Commission’s list of volatile third country jurisdictions. The decision follows detailed reviews and assessments led by the Financial Action Task Force. This updated list highlights global efforts towards strengthening financial systems and combating money laundering. Aside from Gibraltar, seven other countries have been delisted, including Barbados, Jamaica, […]