Dutch Lawmakers Mull Ban on iGaming Ads and Bonuses
The Netherlands is considering a ban on iGaming ads and bonuses as part of stricter gambling regulations.
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Challenges for iCasino in the French Market
Part-two of Jake Pollard’s exit interview with the ANJ President Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin. The influence of FDJ and PMU on the French market is examined, as evidence of the growth of the illegal market leads to the constant looming question of whether time to regulate online casino.
Dutch Regulator Penalizes TOTO and 711 for Licence Breaches
The Dutch betting regulator has hit out at two gambling firms this week, TOTO Online and 711, giving the former a warning and the latter a fine.
Finland Attracts 50 License Applications Ahead of Market Launch
Finland’s gambling market overhaul has attracted nearly 50 license applications, reaching industry forecasts more than a year before the regulated online sector is scheduled to open in July 2027.
FIFA Player Transfer Reform Uncompensated
Reforms stem from Lassana Diarra’s challenge to FIFA’s transfer rules, yet he remains uncompensated for the losses the court found unlawful.
Wisconsin Governor Initiates Tribal Talks for Online Sports Betting
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has begun discussions with leaders of the state's 11 federally recognized tribes on implementing legal online sports betting, marking the next step toward launching statewide mobile wagering following the passage of enabling legislation.
Florida Officials Crack Down on Illegal Gambling
Florida is taking an aggressive stance against illegal gambling with new large-scale enforcement efforts.
CFTC Unveils Proposed Prediction Market Rules for Sports and Gaming
Michael Selig’s Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) officially published its proposed prediction markets rules on Wednesday after months of review and thousands of public comments.
CFTC Unveils Prediction Market Proposal for Sports Contracts
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has unveiled a proposed regulatory framework for prediction markets that would preserve most sports-related event contracts while imposing restrictions on markets deemed vulnerable to manipulation or contrary to the public interest.
CFTC Proposes Update to Rules for Prediction Markets
With US regulators taking bold steps to shape the future of prediction markets, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has unveiled a proposal to update the process by which certain event-based contracts are analyzed.
Chinese Court Issues Public Warning Over Go Gambling
A Chinese court has warned citizens they could face lengthy jail sentences and heavy fines if they are found gambling on the board game Go.
UK: Betting and Gaming Council Reveals Plan to Combat Black Market
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) unveiled a five-point plan to address the UK's growing illegal gambling market.