Online gambling regulation

KSA Targets Illegal Gambling Ads in Dutch Magazines and Newspapers

The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has launched an investigation into the promotion of illegal gambling sites through magazines and online newspapers. This action follows reports of article...

Dutch Lottery Takes Legal Action Against Lalabet for Unlicensed Gambling Activities

The Dutch Lottery, operator of well-known brands like Staatsloterij and TOTO, has filed a lawsuit against the Costa Rica-based gambling provider Lalabet, accusing it of illegal operations within the Netherlands...

10-Hour Outage in Germany’s Sports Betting Market Raises Concerns Over Black Market Growth

A recent 10-hour disruption in Germany's sports betting market has highlighted vulnerabilities in the country's regulatory infrastructure. On March 15, a critical IT system failure halted operations for license...

TAB Offers $150 Million for Online Casino Licence Amid Regulatory Dispute

A brewing dispute is unfolding in New Zealand over the government’s decision to deny TAB New Zealand’s offer for an online casino license, potentially altering the landscape of online gambling. The TAB, a statu...

Maryland Intensifies Regulatory Actions Against VGW’s Unlicensed Sweepstakes Casinos

In a bold move to regulate online gaming, the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency has escalated its efforts against unregulated sweepstakes casinos. The state’s gaming watchdog has issued a stern warning...

Crackdown on High5Games for Illicit Operations in Connecticut

In a decisive action, the Department of Consumer Protection's (DCP) Gaming Division has indefinitely suspended the operational license of High5Games, a recognized online gaming service provider, for engaging in...

Missouri Sets May Date for Sports Betting Licenses

As Missouri gears up to introduce sports betting, the state’s Gaming Commission is setting its sights on a pivotal May 15 deadline for accepting license applications. This move comes after a slight delay caused...

Comprehensive Survey Reveals Extensive Online Casino Gambling Among Millions in Japan

In a groundbreaking study, the National Police Agency (NPA) of Japan has disclosed startling figures on the scope of online casino gambling within the nation. An estimated 3.37 million Japanese citizens have en...

Kalshi Expands Event-Based Betting Options as NCAA March Madness Approaches

As the fervor of March Madness approaches, Kalshi, a notable prediction market operator, has introduced a novel betting model in the form of single-game event contracts for this week's NCAA conference tournamen...

Shifts in New Zealand’s Gambling Landscape: Online Casino Licenses Auctioned

New Zealand is poised to reshape its gambling framework by auctioning online casino licenses to foreign companies, marking a significant pivot in its regulatory approach. Set to commence in February 2026, this ...

DraftKings Ventures Into Prediction Market Territory with NFA Application

DraftKings, the renowned sportsbook operator, is strategically positioning itself to enter the burgeoning prediction market industry. Recently, it initiated an application to join the National Futures Associati...

Olympic Casino Faces €8.4 Million Fine Over Embezzlement Case

Lithuania's Olympic Casino Group Baltija has been slapped with a substantial €8.4 million fine following a major investigation into its operations by the country’s Gaming Control Authority. The fine relates to ...