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 […]

Unlicensed gambling sites held 71% of the online betting and casino market in Europe last year, capturing €80.65 billion. The regulated sector grew by 30% and earned €33.64 billion, but unlicensed platforms increased faster. Many governments acted to make gambling safer, yet these actions helped illegal operators attract people with offers such as tax-free bonuses. […]

An Update Long Awaited The Draft Act, planning to change the Excise Duty Act and Personal Income Tax Act, under project number UD289, includes several planned fiscal shifts that will apply starting in 2026. While many people talk about higher excise duties on alcohol, the government also has plans to adjust taxes on gambling income. […]