The UK’s Gambling Act Review is facing increased uncertainty with the resignation of Damian Collins as undersecretary of the Department of Culture, Media, and Sport (DCMS). Collins recently confirmed on Twitter that he was stepping down from his ministerial job to focus on his role as MP for Folkestone and Hythe. Gambling Review Left without […]
France Set To Introduce More Stringent Rules for iGaming Bonuses and Promotions
French gambling regulator l’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) recently announced new rules that online gambling operators need to adhere to in terms of posting commercial offers for customers, including welcome offers, free bets, or bonuses. The new guidelines revolve around promoting transparency and enhancing consumer safeguards. Operators Must be Transparent, Says ANJ Under the new […]
Adam Miller Claims Maiden EPT Title in £10,300 High Roller at EPT London
The PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) London at Hilton Park Lane is officially over and among the final winners to be crowned at the series was Adam Miller who took down the £10,300 EPT London High Roller for £312,383. First EPT Title for Miller It was the first big high roller win for Miller who […]
GGPoker To Run Special Flip & Go Millionaire Tournament From Nov 1 to 11
GGPoker gives online poker players each month to make huge sums of money playing online poker. The online poker room has now confirmed that it will run a special tournament in November called the Flip & Go Millionaire Tournament. Flip & Go Millionaire Tournament The Flip & Go Millionaire Tournament is set to run from […]
UK’s National Gambling Helpline Reports Record Increase in Calls During 2021/22
The number of Brits contacting GamCare’s National Gambling Helpline increased to 42,070 for the 2021/22 period, according to the charity’s latest annual report. This is the highest figure that the charity has reported since the service was launched more than 20 years ago. Increase in Calls Mainly Due to Continuing Uncertainty According to GamCare, the […]
Unibet Poker’s Revamped MTT Schedule Offers Bigger Guarantees and Lower Rake
Unibet Poker’s newly-updated MTT schedule went live on October 24, 2022. The revamped schedule offers bigger guarantees and lower rake geared towards casual players. In addition to that, the operator is also running a leaderboard promotion that awards €100,000 in extra prizes. Unibet Poker’s New MTT Schedule – Main Features The new schedule now comes […]
Gibraltar To Adopt Tiered Licensing Framework for Online Gambling Operators
Gibraltar is seeking to adopt a “tiered” system for licensing and classifying online gambling businesses under proposed amendments to the country’s gambling laws. The changes will apply to both B2C and B2B operators and the government is conducting a consultation on the matter. New Application Fees for B2C and B2B Businesses The Bill, once approved, […]
Integrated Casino Resorts Will Boost Japan’s Tourism Market Just Like Singapore
Japan’s integrated resort (IR) plans will enable the country to enjoy the same benefits currently experienced by Singapore through its two casino resorts, according to asset management services provider Schroders Capital. IRs to Attract More Inbound Visitors, MICE business In its latest report, the company said Japan’s IR complexes would draw significant tourist numbers just […]
Asian Poker Tour Adds Two More Stops With Visits To Vietnam and Philippines In 2022
The Asian Poker Tour (APT) has added two more stops to its 2022 schedule, after successfully hosting multiple events in various locations in Asia so far this year. The recently-announced stops will take place in the Philippines and Vietnam in November and December. APT Philippines The new Philippine stop runs from November 15-27 at Newport […]
KPMG Report Shows EGBA Member Websites Offer Better Consumer Protection
Online gambling operators that are members of the European Gaming & Betting Association (EGBA) have better consumer protection measures than other adult online services operating in Denmark and the UK. That’s according to a report by financial audit, tax, and advisory firm KPMG. Member Websites Have Strong Online Protection Measures The EGBA commissioned KPMG to […]
