Ukraine has entered a new phase in its gambling regulation, as the government officially gives PlayCity the green light to issue and verify licenses for operators. While this signals a major policy shift, the move also carries implications for regular online casino players. PlayCity Takes the Reins After replacing the scandal-ridden KRAIL earlier this year, […]
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Macau Weighs Gambling Ad Ban in Major Advertising Law Overhaul
Macau’s Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT) launched a 30-day public consultation on July 4 to update the region’s decades-old Advertising Activities Law. The consultation, running through August 2, aims to gather public input on sweeping changes that reflect the rapid evolution of advertising and media. The proposed amendments target six key areas, including redefining […]
Italy’s Gambling Ad Ban Faces European Court Challenge
Italy’s contentious 2018 Dignity Decree, which imposed a comprehensive ban on gambling advertisements, is now headed to the European Court of Justice (ECJ) following a decision by Italy’s Council of State to refer the case. This escalation stems from a €50,000 fine levied against online gaming operator LeoVegas by AGCOM, Italy’s communications authority. The Case […]
Netherlands Implements Online Gambling Ad Ban and Restrictions on High-Risk Games
In a significant policy shift, the Netherlands’ House of Representatives has endorsed a ban on online gambling advertisements and high-risk games such as online slots. The decision came during a parliamentary session where ten of the fourteen motions related to gambling were adopted. These motions, championed by Socialist Party MP Michiel van Nispen, include strict […]
