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02.10.2024Legal

Georgia Introduces Tax Reforms to Boost Online Gambling Industry

Reduced Tax Rates for Foreign-Focused Gambling Operators Under the new tax regime, online gambling operators will benefit from reduced rates on gross gaming revenue (GGR) earned from foreign players. For...
02.10.2024Legal

Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Bill Nears Final Approval

Legislation Moves Towards Completion Ireland’s long-awaited Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 is nearing the final stages of becoming law after recent debates in the Irish senate, Seanad Éireann, on 25 and...
02.10.2024Legal

Gambling Commission’s Gamblegate Probe to Continue for Months

Ongoing Investigation into Political Betting Scandal The British Gambling Commission has confirmed that its investigation into the so-called ‘Gamblegate’ scandal will extend for several more months. The probe, which involves...
01.10.2024Legal

New Dutch Gambling Regulations Aim to Curb Gambling-Related Harm

Deposit Limits for Players A key feature of the new regulations is the introduction of deposit thresholds. Starting from the first day of each calendar month, players will have a...
30.09.2024Legal

Gambling Commission Expands Investigation into Election Betting Breaches

Inquiry Focuses on Insider Betting Allegations Launched in June 2024, the investigation is examining whether bets were placed on the timing of the general election by those with prior information,...
EGBA Calls for Norway to Shift from Monopoly to Licensing Model in Online Gambling iGamingExpress
30.09.2024Legal

Norsk Tipping Faces Penalty After Paying Out Excessive Jackpot

Technical Error Leads to Overpayment The error was identified after the winning customer flagged it to Norsk Tipping, which was initially unaware of the issue. Following this, the customer returned...
Australia
30.09.2024Legal

Apple Introduces Stricter App Store Age Ratings in Australia and France

Changes to Simulated Gambling App Ratings in Australia In Australia, the new guidelines will see apps that feature any form of simulated gambling receive an R18+ regional age rating, in...
30.09.2024Legal

Debate Over Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Bill Highlights Industry Challenges

Proposed Advertising Ban Stirs Controversy A central focus of recent discussions in the Dáil Éireann has been on advertising regulations, with Amendment 53 taking center stage. This amendment proposes granting additional...
GambleAware Releases Data Maps Revealing Gambling Harms in Great Britain
30.09.2024Legal

UK Gambling Reforms Set to Move Forward Under New Minister

Strong Cross-Party Support for Reform Baroness Twycross underlined the broad cross-party backing for the Gambling White Paper, despite the initial delay caused by a snap general election. She reaffirmed Labour’s commitment...
27.09.2024Legal

UK Gambling Commission Charges Sorare with Operating Unlicensed Gambling Services

Allegations of Unlicensed Gambling The UK Gambling Commission has charged Sorare with allegedly operating unlicensed gambling activities in the United Kingdom. The platform is accused of providing gambling facilities without...
27.09.2024Legal

Swedish Gambling Authority Intensifies Fight Against Illegal Online Gambling

Developing a Comprehensive Overview To strengthen its efforts against unlicensed gambling operators, Spelinspektionen is creating a detailed "situation description." This comprehensive overview aims to provide a clearer picture of the...