Public Gaming Industry
Regulatory Issues
Irish gambling regulator publishes licence application guidelines
The GRAI expects to begin taking licence applications in the second half of the year.
Ireland.- The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Irela…
Indonesia blocks over 17,000 bank accounts linked to online gambling
The Indonesian Financial Services Authority (OJK) has ordered the blocking of 17,026 bank accounts suspected of involvement in online gambl…
46 operators commit to Italy’s new online gambling regime, apply for €7m licenses
Italy’s Ministry of Economy (MEF) has secured 46 applications for new online gambling licences, each priced at €7m, as detailed by the Agen…
Tribal leaders talk California’s move against DFS and sweepstakes operators
As the California Senate advanced a measure this week to curtail online sweepstakes operators and Attorney General Rob Bonta issued an opin…
French gambling regulator proposes whistle-to-whistle ban on gambling ads
The ANJ also proposes new loss limits for young adults.
France.- The French gambling regulator, l’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has…
GGL: “National regulation requires a cross-border perspective in order to be successful in the long term”
In an exclusive interview with Focus Gaming News, a spokesperson for the GGL, the German gambling regulator, discusses the agency’s progres…
European gaming operator leaders call for 'smarter' regulation
The chief executives of Europe’s top gambling operator groups have called for “smarter, more balanced” regulation to improve the fortunes o…
German ministers push for gambling treaty reforms ahead of 2026 review
German ministers push for gambling treaty reforms ahead of 2026 review Germany’s state interior ministers are pushing for reforms to the co…
Isle of Man operator handed £3.9m penalty amid rising AML concerns
Amid growing money-laundering concerns in the Isle of Man, the owner of the SBOTOP online sportsbook, Celton Manx, has been handed a £3,937…
KSA admits Dutch gambling deposit limits could be aiding illegal market
The gambling regulator in the Netherlands says recently introduced deposit limits may be fuelling illegal market activity, even if they are…
Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), the Federal Authority of German gambling, has welcomed Sandro Kirchner as its new Chair of the Board of Directors.
Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), the Federal Authority of German gambling, has welcomed Sandro Kirchner as its new Chair of…
Michigan Gaming Control Board Takes Action Against Illegal Gambling Sites
Michigan Gaming Control Board Targets Illegal Gambling Operators
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has recently sent formal notices…
Sandro Kirchner takes the helm of German gambling regulator GGL
Kirchner takes over from Reiner Moser with immediate effect.
Germany.- The German gambling regulator, the GGL, has named Sandro Kirchner…
Philippines Internet Gaming Operators in Focus Following POGO Ousting
Philippines Internet Gaming Operators (PIGOs) have come under scrutiny a year after the government banned the $3 billion offshore gaming ma…
PAGCOR backs tougher online gambling rules, vows crackdown on illegal sites
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) on Friday expressed support for proposed legislation that seeks stricter regulatio…
Upstart UAE Lottery continues development with WLA membership
The World Lottery Association (WLA) has announced the UAE Lottery as its latest member, following the latter’s official launch last year…
French gambling regulator calls for “tightly controlled” igaming market
France continues to consider the regulation of online casino gambling.
France.- The French gambling regulator, l’Autorité Nationale des Je…
UKGC to appoint new Industry Forum chair as Nick Rust confirms exit
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is preparing for a leadership transition at its Industry Forum, with Chair Nick Rust set to step down at…
Arizona Lottery Updates Game Rules to Prohibit Bulk Ticket Purchases
New rule aims to ensure fair access to Fast Play games and uphold prize integrity for all players statewide.
PHOENIX – The Arizona Lottery…
The Giant Awakens: California Targets Sweeps Investors, Operators, Celebrity Promoters
CA Action Portends End of US Sweeps Casino Operations
A bill introduced today with the backing of the California Nations Indian Gaming As…
Tennessee sports betting regulator fines two offshore sportsbooks
The Sports Wagering Council has fined Lowvig and Sportsbetting.ag.
US.- The Tennessee Sports Wagering Council (SWC) has fined offshore s…
Ontario Looks to Crack Down on Illegal Gaming Websites
Industry looks to pivot to enforcement against unregulated sites three years after market launch
Ontario market still has 16%-17% of r…
Tabcorp fined $2.6 million for illegal VIP marketing messages
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has imposed a AU$4 million (US$2.6 million) fine on gambling giant Tabcorp for ser…
Uganda lottery regulator takes aim at underage gaming
Likening gambling to a ‘razorblade’, the CEO of Uganda’s national lotteries and gaming regulator has warned of heavier consequences for tho…
Swedish gambling regulator tackles Twitch streamers
The Swedish gambling regulator says it has cracked down on influencers using Twitch to promote unregulated gambling content.
Spelinspektio…
Swedish goverment plan to expand gambling credit ban
The current ban will be expanded to include more restrictions for licensees.
Sweden.- The government proposed a new expanded ban on gambli…
New Jersey Lottery Proposes Amendments to Rules Governing Courier Services
TRENTON (June 4, 2025) – The New Jersey Lottery has announced a Notice of Proposal to amend rules governing the regulation of registered co…