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Apr 302 min read

Ukraine Cracks Down on Illegal Gambling: 2,500 Websites Blocked, Investigations Underway

Ukraine's prosecutor general's office, in collaboration with law enforcement agencies, has taken decisive action against illegal gambling...

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Money Laundering Probe Shakes Isle of Man's Gaming Industry: King Gaming Faces License Suspension and Arrests

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Apr 302 min read

Money Laundering Probe Shakes Isle of Man's Gaming Industry: King Gaming Faces License Suspension and Arrests

In the wake of a money laundering investigation targeting King Gaming, significant developments have emerged, including the arrest of...

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South Africa Considers Remote Gambling Bill to Regulate Online Betting

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Apr 292 min read

South Africa Considers Remote Gambling Bill to Regulate Online Betting

The landscape of online gambling in South Africa could undergo significant changes with the introduction of the Remote Gambling Bill...

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Crown Resorts Retains Sydney Casino License After Remediation Efforts

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Apr 261 min read

Crown Resorts Retains Sydney Casino License After Remediation Efforts

Crown Resorts has successfully retained its casino license in Sydney following an evaluation by authorities in New South Wales, who...

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Cambodia Extradites 130 Chinese Nationals for Cybercrimes and Illegal Gambling

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Apr 252 min read

Cambodia Extradites 130 Chinese Nationals for Cybercrimes and Illegal Gambling

The General Department of Immigration (GDI) under Cambodia's Ministry of Interior has recently made significant strides in combating...

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DA Introduces Remote Gambling Bill to Fill Regulatory Gap in South Africa

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Apr 242 min read

DA Introduces Remote Gambling Bill to Fill Regulatory Gap in South Africa

The Democratic Alliance (DA), South Africa's primary opposition to the African National Congress (ANC), has taken a significant step by...

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Brazil Implements New Payment Rules Prohibiting Credit Cards and Cryptocurrency in iGaming and Sports Betting

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Apr 232 min read

Brazil Implements New Payment Rules Prohibiting Credit Cards and Cryptocurrency in iGaming and Sports Betting

In a significant development for Brazil's iGaming and sports betting sector, new payment regulations have been introduced, prohibiting...

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Thai Finance Ministry Takes Lead in Reviewing Casino Study

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Apr 222 min read

Thai Finance Ministry Takes Lead in Reviewing Casino Study

The Ministry of Finance in Thailand has taken the helm in overseeing a comprehensive study initiated by the House of Representatives,...

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NBA Imposes Lifetime Ban on Raptors' Jontay Porter for Betting Violations

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Apr 192 min read

NBA Imposes Lifetime Ban on Raptors' Jontay Porter for Betting Violations

Jontay Porter, previously a two-way player for the Toronto Raptors, has been permanently banned from the NBA following an investigation...

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Dutch Courts Order Repayment by PokerStars and BWin for Unlicensed Operations

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Apr 192 min read

Dutch Courts Order Repayment by PokerStars and BWin for Unlicensed Operations

In a significant legal development, Dutch courts have mandated foreign gambling giants Bwin and PokerStars to repay substantial sums lost...

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Dutch Regulator Levies Fine on Casbit for Unlicensed Online Gambling

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Apr 181 min read

Dutch Regulator Levies Fine on Casbit for Unlicensed Online Gambling

Casbit Group NV has incurred a substantial penalty from the Netherlands gambling authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), for engaging in...

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Dutch Parliament Votes to Ban Online Gambling Advertising and High-Risk Activities, Including Slots

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Apr 172 min read

Dutch Parliament Votes to Ban Online Gambling Advertising and High-Risk Activities, Including Slots

The Dutch House of Representatives has made a significant move by voting in favor of banning online gambling advertising and high-risk...

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Unlocking India's Gaming Potential: Insights and Challenges from Expert William Bonar

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Apr 162 min read

Unlocking India's Gaming Potential: Insights and Challenges from Expert William Bonar

Renowned gaming expert William Bonar recently delved into the intricacies of India's rapidly evolving gaming industry, shedding light on...

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Nigeria's online gambling market is gaining momentum, poised for significant growth amidst demographic advantages and technological advancements

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Apr 152 min read

Nigeria's online gambling market is gaining momentum, poised for significant growth amidst demographic advantages and technological advancements

With a youthful population predicted to surpass 400 million by 2050, Nigeria presents an enticing market forecasted to generate €675.1m...

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Thailand's Cabinet has endorsed a National Assembly committee's examination into the potential establishment of regulated casino resorts within the country

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Apr 122 min read

Thailand's Cabinet has endorsed a National Assembly committee's examination into the potential establishment of regulated casino resorts within the country

This decision, reached during the Cabinet's weekly session, follows a March vote by the Thai House of Representatives, where 253 out of...

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Indian Authorities Ramp Up Probe into Offshore Online Gaming Fraud Worth $600 Million

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Apr 122 min read

Indian Authorities Ramp Up Probe into Offshore Online Gaming Fraud Worth $600 Million

Indian authorities have intensified their scrutiny of online gaming companies and websites incorporated in offshore jurisdictions such as...

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Spain's Supreme Court has upheld a partial appeal from the Spanish Digital Gaming Association against Royal Decree 958/2020

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Apr 112 min read

Spain's Supreme Court has upheld a partial appeal from the Spanish Digital Gaming Association against Royal Decree 958/2020

Spain's Supreme Court has upheld a partial appeal from the Spanish Digital Gaming Association (Jdigital) against Royal Decree 958/2020,...

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Germany's Legal Conundrum: The Battle Over Unregulated Gambling Losses

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Apr 103 min read

Germany's Legal Conundrum: The Battle Over Unregulated Gambling Losses

The 1st Civil Senate of the Federal Court of Justice of Germany (BGH) is gearing up for a pivotal hearing on May 2nd, diving deep into...

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The Balkan Peninsula has emerged as a lucrative destination for gambling operators, driven in part by its advantageous geographic location and thriving tourism industry

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Apr 92 min read

The Balkan Peninsula has emerged as a lucrative destination for gambling operators, driven in part by its advantageous geographic location and thriving tourism industry

Despite this, the regulation and trends shaping the gambling industry across Balkan countries have garnered relatively little attention....

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UK Gambling Commission Fines Bet365 Over Anti-Money Laundering and Social Responsibility Failures

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Apr 92 min read

UK Gambling Commission Fines Bet365 Over Anti-Money Laundering and Social Responsibility Failures

The UK Gambling Commission has imposed a hefty fine of £582,120 ($734,926) on Bet365, a prominent sports betting and online gaming...

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