African Regulators Discuss Gambling Issues in London Session
African gambling regulators agreed to strengthen cooperation on illegal gambling, market data, taxation and responsible gambling during a London session.
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ACMA Warns MMA Fighter Jamie Mullarkey Over Illegal Gambling Promotion
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has formally warned mixed martial arts fighter Jamie Mullarkey for violating Australia’s online gambling laws by promoting an illegal offshore gambling service through sponsored posts on social media.
UK Gambling Commission Implements Financial Risk Assessments
The UK Gambling Commission confirmed the widespread introduction of financial risk assessments (FRAs) on Tuesday.
Ohio Regulator Proposes Ban on Credit Card Funding for Sports Betting
The Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) is moving forward with a rule that would prohibit sports bettors in the state from funding wagers with credit cards, according to a spokesperson for the agency.
Swedish Court Upholds Penalty Fees for Betsson, Snabbare, and
Three operators have had their appeals against penalty fees issued by the Swedish Gambling Authority, Spelinspektionen, rejected by the Administrative Court after a review.
California Cardrooms Secure Legal Victory in Tribal Gaming Dispute
California cardrooms received a legal victory as a judge ruled against the state's proposed restrictions on table games, deeming them overreaching.
Ohio Sportsbooks to Comply with Regulator's Credit Card Ban
After weeks of contemplation, the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) has officially announced its intention to ban the use of credit cards for sports betting in the state.
UKGC to Provide Update on Customer Affordability Checks
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is expected to provide a long-awaited update on the future of financial risk assessments (FRAs) this morning, as it hosts a conference call with stakeholders to outline the next stage of the application of financial vulnerability checks on UK customers.
CFTC Has Edge Over States in Prediction Markets Supreme Court Showdown
The battle for control of the prediction markets space is heading to the Supreme Court, say US lawyers, with some claiming the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) may have a key advantage over the states.
Australia Cracks Down on Illegal Online Poker Operation, Issues $17M
Australia has levied a huge eight-figure fine in relation to a notorious illegal online gambling operation. This is notably one of the largest penalties of its kind ever issued in the country.
Dutch Court Rules in Favor of Operators in Unlicensed Gambling Dispute
A preliminary ruling by the Supreme Court of the Netherlands has quashed the ambitions of players seeking refunds from operators previously active in the country without a license.
Ohio Lawmakers Propose Bill to Ban Online Sports Betting
A group of Ohio lawmakers has introduced a bill that would ban online sports betting and impose sweeping restrictions on legal wagering in the state.