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The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has released a report highlighting an emerging proliferation financing (PF) typology involving North Korean IT workers. The report is part of the GSC’s ongoing efforts to help online operators identify and mitigate risks related to money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing. Key Insights: North Korean IT Workers and Growing Risks in iGaming AML The GSC’s findings emphasise the potential risks of proliferation financing within the iGaming sector, urging operators to reassess their compliance frameworks. Although no direct evidence links gambling operations to these activities, the growing reliance on remote tech professionals […]

The Netherlands’ gambling regulator has issued a formal compliance notice to a licensed operator, JACKS.NL for breaching the country’s prohibition on sports sponsorship and related advertising. The action highlights ongoing enforcement against gambling marketing practices that run counter to Dutch regulatory standards, reinforcing the strict boundaries placed on how operators engage with the public and the sports sector. The notice follows a review of promotional activity that the regulator found to be inconsistent with the existing legal framework governing gambling advertising and sponsorship in the Netherlands. Advertising Conduct Deemed in Breach of Sponsorship Rules The regulator’s notice centres on promotional […]

Romania’s National Gambling Office (ONJN) has filed a criminal complaint against a licensed affiliate for directing players to unlicensed gambling platforms during an ongoing crackdown on illegal gambling activities. The complaint, submitted to the Directorate for Investigating Organised Crime and Terrorism (DIICOT), highlights how the affiliate’s site exploited technical mechanisms to redirect users to foreign, unlicensed gambling sites, bypassing Romania’s strict gaming regulations. This action by ONJN represents a significant step in the country’s ongoing efforts to enforce compliance within its gambling market, as it seeks to protect consumers and maintain a fair and regulated environment. Affiliate Redirects Users to […]

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has officially launched its Innovation Task Force, a new initiative aimed at developing clear regulatory guidelines for emerging technologies within U.S. financial markets. The task force, led by Michael J. Passalacqua, senior advisor to Chairman Michael S. Selig, will focus on three critical areas: crypto assets, artificial intelligence (AI), and prediction markets. This effort is designed to address the challenges posed by these rapidly growing sectors while ensuring the continued integrity and transparency of U.S. financial markets. This initiative reflects the CFTC’s ongoing commitment to staying at the forefront of market innovation while […]

Greece’s gaming regulator is urging licensed gambling operators to gear up for the European Union’s upcoming anti-money laundering (AML) rules, which will be enforced under a new pan-European regulatory body. At the same time, Athens has announced plans to raise the taxes on online casino player winnings starting in July 2026. The dual developments are expected to have significant financial and operational implications for operators, while raising the stakes for Greece’s already-complex regulatory environment. Key Changes for Greek Gambling Operators: Taxation and Compliance Greece’s gaming landscape is set to change, with two major regulatory and fiscal shifts likely to affect […]

Ukraine’s government has published a draft resolution proposing a comprehensive system to restrict military personnel from participating in online and land‑based gambling activities while martial law remains in effect. The move is part of broader public order and social welfare measures intended to safeguard service members’ wellbeing and operational readiness amid ongoing security challenges. The proposed regulation outlines mechanisms to prevent active-duty servicemembers from accessing gambling services, incorporating both technical restrictions and administrative enforcement measures. Proposed Restrictions Target Military Participation in Gambling The draft resolution, published by Ukraine’s Ministry of Digital Transformation, specifies that members of the armed forces will […]

A senior parliamentary adviser in Estonia is challenging her dismissal after being held responsible for a legislative drafting error in the country’s Gambling Tax Act that temporarily eliminated the online casino tax for 2026. The official, who served for more than three decades at the Riigikogu Chancellery, has filed an appeal arguing that her termination was procedurally unfair and disproportionate to the error in question. Her decision to pursue legal action puts the spotlight back on a high‑profile policy misstep that disrupted Estonia’s gambling tax regime and sparked extensive debate across political and industry circles. Tax Error Triggered Industry and […]

As the sweepstakes business model continues to gain momentum in the iGaming marketplace, many operators are increasingly looking for ways to enter this fast-growing space without all of the traditional complexities that go along with it. Given this shift, Groove has decided to focus more heavily on sweeps with the goal of enhancing scalability, speed, and market access. The company has also indicated that Michael Kitseliuk has been positioned as Sweepstakes Account Manager as a move that signals their commitment to this quickly expanding vertical. Unlocking a New Growth Channel Casinos that run sweepstakes are one of the fastest-growing areas […]

Leading U.S. prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket have announced a set of enhanced market integrity rules designed to address concerns over insider trading risks in political and sports-related contracts. The measures include position limits, participation eligibility criteria, and monitoring mechanisms intended to strengthen the fairness and transparency of markets that have drawn regulatory and public scrutiny. The announcement follows intensified regulatory focus on prediction markets and broader questions about how these platforms should manage and mitigate integrity risks in markets tied to real-world events. New Trading Limits and Participation Criteria Aimed at Insider Trading Prevention Kalshi and Polymarket outlined […]

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has secured accreditation from the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) as the first independent testing laboratory authorised to certify iGaming systems in the country. The approval formalises GLI’s role in validating online gaming platforms under PAGCOR’s regulatory framework. According to the company’s official announcement, the accreditation enables GLI to provide independent testing, inspection, and certification services for iGaming operators and suppliers operating within the Philippine market. Accreditation Defines Technical Compliance Role Within PAGCOR Framework The approval establishes GLI as a recognised technical authority within PAGCOR’s compliance structure, responsible for ensuring that gaming systems meet regulatory […]