Andrew Rhodes: Evidence review leads UKGC’s 2024 agenda
Andrew Rhodes, Chief Executive of the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), has claimed that the regulator has succeeded in its initial objective to eliminate the gaming sector’s most...
Australia exempts lotteries from credit card ban
The Senate of Australia has approved the Interactive Gambling Amendment Bill 2023 (Credit and Other Measures), which will prohibit the use of credit card transactions to...
Chile settles on tax articles for new gambling regime
Chile advances on the development of its pending legislative framework to regulate a federal online gambling marketplace. Progress sees the Economic Commission of the Chamber of Deputies recommending...
UKGC launches round-2 of Gambling Review consultations
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has launched its second round of consultations to review the proposals outlined in the Gambling Review’s White PaperSeeking feedback from all gambling stakeholders,...
UKGC to review penalty fees and player incentives in 2024 agenda
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has notified stakeholders of its plans to hold seven new consultations as part of the continued regulatory review of recommendations put...
CJEU orders EC to investigate possible state aid in Dutch lottery licencing
The European Commission (EC) will have to commence an investigation into the possibility of illegal state aid in the issuing of lottery licences in...
UKGC gains seven new Commissioners for post-White Paper era
The DCMS has moved to strengthen the leadership of the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) by appointing seven new Commissioners, each bringing a specific area...
Armenia proceeds with Cash ban on gambling transactions
The government of Armenia is set to implement a ban on cash payment options for online betting and gaming operators.Last week, the National Assembly of Armenia...
EGBA praises Finland for taking ‘welcome step’ towards gambling reform
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EBGA) has welcomed the launch of a legislative project by Finland’s Ministry of the Interior examining an overhaul...
Legislative project on Finnish monopoly reform initiated by Interior Ministry
The Finnish Ministry of the Interior has set the wheels in motion to bring about reforms to the country's betting licence system, which currently...