Sebastian Warowny
Kansspelautoriteit Revokes LiveScore Bet’s License in the Netherlands
Reasons for Market Exit
The license revocation follows LiveScore Bet’s November announcement that it would exit the Dutch market due to the Dutch government’s planned gambling tax increases.
“On behalf of...
Edmond Ghulyan Appointed CEO of Relum by Digitain Group
Extensive Industry Expertise
Edmond Ghulyan has been a key leader within the Digitain Group for seven years, holding roles such as Chief of Centrivo Products and Group Chief Strategy Officer.
His...
Online Abuse Against Tennis Players Exposed by New Report
The Role of Threat Matrix in Monitoring Abuse
Threat Matrix, launched in late 2023 by leading tennis organizations including the ITF, WTA, AELTC, and USTA, analyzes social media posts across...
UK Gambling Commission Launches Review into Evolution
Scope and Potential Outcomes of the Review
The UKGC review could lead to a variety of outcomes, including no action, imposing conditions on the licence, financial penalties, suspension, or even...
Dutch Minister Calls for EU-Wide Ban on Loot Boxes in Video Games
Netherlands Faces Challenges in Loot Box Regulation Compared to Belgium
The UNICEF study revealed that many children regret spending money on in-game purchases, with loot boxes often exploiting psychological tactics...
Perfect Leg Raises £180,000 for Charity and Fans
Christian Kist’s perfect leg triggered a £180,000 bonus donation from Paddy Power, divided into three equal parts. £60,000 will be donated to...
Dutch Regulator Penalizes FBC B.V. for Illegal Gambling Activities
Violation of Dutch Gambling Laws
Kansspelautoriteit's investigation revealed that Freebitco.in allowed Dutch players to create accounts, deposit funds, and participate in games such as hi-lo jackpots and Bitcoin lotteries. These...
Riot Games to Introduce Betting Sponsorships in Esports Starting 2025
Strict Conditions for Betting Partnerships
Whalen Rozelle, COO of Riot Games' esports division, detailed the policy in a recent Twitter post, explaining that the move comes after "careful study and...
Swedish Supreme Administrative Court Upholds Penalties for Gambling Operators
Final Decision on Kindred Group’s Penalty
The court rejected Kindred Group’s request to appeal a SEK30m (€2.6m) penalty imposed on its subsidiary, Spooniker. The fine originated from a 2020 SGA...
Swedish Gambling Authority Launches Campaign to Promote Licensed Operators
Animated Videos Deliver a Strong Message
Central to the campaign are two animated videos designed to highlight the dangers associated with unlicensed gambling sites. These videos will be featured on...