Adam Dworak
Danish Gambling Authority Releases Updated AML Guidance
Key Updates in the Guidance
The Spillemyndigheden has made several linguistic adjustments throughout the AML guide, along with changes to critical sections covering risk assessment, policies, procedures, controls, and customer...
Kansspelautoriteit Implements New Deposit Limits for Dutch Gamblers
New Deposit Limits
Starting October 1st, the new deposit limits will be enforced, with different thresholds for various age groups:
Gamblers aged 18-24: Monthly deposit limit set at €300.
Gamblers...
NetBet Sport Unveils Bet AI Helper
New tool - Bet AI Helper
Already renowned for their user-friendly platform, NetBet’s new tool marks a significant industry milestone. The Bet AI Assistant introduces several features designed to provide...
Robbie Bressler interim CFO at Bragg Gaming
Bressler's experience
Bressler's appointment is backed by a wealth of experience. He has previously held top financial positions. Among other positions, he served as vice president of finance for Bally's...
EU Tightens Regulations on Cash Payments to Combat Money Laundering
The Global Challenge of Money Laundering
Money laundering is a pervasive issue that allows criminal organizations and corrupt individuals to conceal the origins of their ill-gotten gains. By integrating these...
Court Reduces Fine Imposed on Mr Green by Swedish Gambling Regulator
Background of the Fine
In 2021, Spelinspektionen issued two fines totaling SEK 31.5 million (€2.7 million) against Mr Green for failures related to anti-money laundering (AML) protocols and duty of...
Industry Outraged by Ban on Electronic Payments in Montenegro
The government has approved amendments to Article 68f of the Gambling Act, which would prohibit the use of e-banking, instant payment systems, and mobile payment services such as PayPal...
Swansea City Official Huw Lake Suspended for Betting on Football Matches
Extensive Betting Activity Uncovered
Lake was found to have placed 2,476 wagers on football matches during a period ranging from April 3, 2018, to September 24, 2023. Betting on football...
Significant Decline in Children’s Exposure to Gambling Ads in the UK
Key Findings of the ASA Report
Specifically, the average number of gambling ads viewed per week by children has dropped from 3.0 in 2010 to 1.8 in 2023. The ASA’s...
Ukrainian Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Gambling Websites
Recent Blocking Order
On May 23, the National Center for Operational and Technical Management of Telecommunications Networks of the State Service for Special Communications and Information Protection of Ukraine issued...
Montenegro’s Controversial Ban on Electronic Payments in Gambling Sector
Ironically, the Minister of Finance stated a few days ago that the country has no obligation to comply with EU rules, a paradoxical stance for a nation actively seeking...
Kindred’s SEK100m Fine for Unauthorised Bonuses Reduced to SEK30m
Unauthorised Bonuses Uncovered
Swedish regulations permit licensees to offer only sign-up bonuses to customers, prohibiting all other offers. However, checks on Kindred-owned websites in March 2019 uncovered various unauthorised bonuses,...