Reshaping the Digital Landscape Italy is revolutionizing its online gambling sector through comprehensive reforms centered on a nine-year licensing system. This ambitious overhaul aims to attract established operators while generating substantial revenue streams. At its core is a €7 million licensing fee, positioning Italy to become a major player in Europe’s regulated gambling market. Financial […]
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Dutch Gambling Watchdog Fines FBC BV for Illegal Online Games
FBC BV Faces €840,000 Penalty in Gambling Crackdown The Netherlands Gaming Authority (KSA) has imposed a significant penalty on Curaçao-based operator FBC BV for offering unlicensed games of chance on its platform, FreeBitco.in. This decision highlights the Dutch regulator’s firm stance on protecting players and maintaining the integrity of its gambling market. Investigations Expose Illegal […]
Brazil’s Gambling Revolution: Regulation, Licensing, and Tackling Addiction
As Brazil prepares for the launch of its regulated betting market on January 1, 2025, the government has implemented pivotal measures to transform the gambling landscape. The approval of 71 federal licenses for online betting operators and the establishment of a dedicated task force to address gambling-related issues demonstrate a focus on economic development alongside […]
Gambling.com Group Acquires OddsJam Parent Company in $160M Deal
Gambling.com Group has announced its agreement to acquire Odds Holdings, the parent company of the sports betting odds comparison site OddsJam, in a deal worth up to $160 million. The acquisition, which marks a significant milestone for Gambling.com Group, aims to expand its reach in the sports betting and online gambling markets. Deal Structure and […]
Local Casinos Sound Alarm Over Online Gambling Licensing Changes in New Zealand
Government’s Online Gambling Regulation Plan The New Zealand government has unveiled its plan to regulate the online gambling industry, sparking concerns among local casino operators. The proposed framework includes issuing 15 licenses for online casino operators, with these licenses to be auctioned to the highest bidders. This move comes alongside the National Party’s campaign promise […]
From Videoslots to Immense Group: A New Era for a Gaming Powerhouse
Rebranding for Growth and Innovation Malta-based casino operator Videoslots has taken a bold step into the future, rebranding as Immense Group. The change marks a significant evolution from its origins as a single-brand online casino to a multi-brand operation managing five distinct platforms: Videoslots, Mr Vegas, Kungaslottet, Mega Riches, and DBET. Co-founder Alexander Stevendahl, who […]
Gambling Participation Remains Stable in Great Britain, Survey Shows
Lotteries Continue to Lead the Market The latest survey by the Gambling Commission highlights that gambling participation in Great Britain has remained steady, with lotteries continuing to dominate the landscape. The findings, based on interviews with 4,657 adults conducted by NatCen between April and July 2024, reveal that 48% of adults participated in gambling activities […]
North American Online Casino Trends: November Performance Insights
In the recent report by Eilers-Fantini for November, IGT and Evolution emerged as dominant forces in the US online casino landscape, leading the top 10 slots charts. These studios vied for supremacy across various categories including top games by Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR), top slots, and new game rankings within Eilers & Krejcik’s comprehensive analysis. […]
Rising Legal Tensions: Apple and Google Accused of Enabling Illegal Gambling in New Jersey
A new chapter in the ongoing scrutiny of digital gambling practices unfolds as Apple and Google are implicated in a lawsuit filed in the District Court of New Jersey. The two tech giants are accused of profiting from and promoting illegal gambling operations through their app distribution platforms, introducing a significant legal challenge against their […]
Curaçao Gaming Control Board Defends Its Licensing Integrity Amidst Far-Reaching Corruption Claims
The Curaçao Gaming Control Board (GCB) has issued a forceful rebuttal to sweeping allegations of misconduct surrounding its recent gambling licensing reforms. The accusations, spearheaded by prominent opposition politician Dr. Luigi Faneyte, emerged from a comprehensive 400-page report that has sent shockwaves through the island’s gaming industry. The report meticulously details alleged improprieties in the […]
