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The European Gaming Congress (EGC) 2025, scheduled for October 30-31 in Warsaw, is gaining record support from industry stakeholders in the form of sponsorships, leadership, and active interest. Organised by HIPTHER, EGC Warsaw 2025 promises to be a grand congregation of stalwarts from the European iGaming industry. Entire European iGaming Sector Rallying Behind EGC Warsaw 2025: Key Insights EGC Warsaw 2025 will host prominent brands, including SUPERBET, Betclic, Fortuna, Betfan, Kaizen Gaming, Betano, Totalizator Sportowy, ComeOn Group, LVBet, RocketPlay Casino, WinSpirit Casino, 1spin4win, Win Casino, eCasino.cz, and Alfor (Fenikss). This year’s agenda includes iGaming regulation in Europe. Topics include taxation […]

Finnish government-owned betting agency Veikkaus is bracing for layoffs as the market prepares to embrace a partial multi-licence system from 2027. The organisation expects stiff competition from private gambling operators once the market opens to licensed private operators. To remain competitive in an open market, Veikkaus is planning a full-scale organisational restructuring, including layoffs, contract renegotiations, and new job roles. Veikkaus Announces Restructuring Plans: Insights at a Glance Veikkaus has announced plans for internal restructuring in the wake of the Finnish gambling market opening to private operators starting in 2027. The government-owned betting organisation is focusing on its core business […]

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) to strengthen data privacy protocols in the gaming sector. The partnership enables both organisations to ensure data protection and nurture a secure and reliable gambling ecosystem. PAGCOR and NPC Collaborate to Ensure Data Privacy in Gaming: Highlights PAGCOR and NPC signed an MoU on October 20, agreeing to jointly raise data privacy awareness, promote a secure and trusted environment and bolster data security in the gaming industry. PAGCOR’s CEO and Chairperson, Alejandro Tengco, noted that the partnership reiterates the organisation’s […]

India’s Supreme Court on Friday, October 17, began hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking a complete ban on online gambling operations masquerading as social games and esports. This petition comes just days after the Indian government passed a new law imposing a nationwide ban on online gambling and sports betting. PIL Seeks a Ban on Online Gambling Operators Averting the Law: Key Insights The Centre for Accountability and Systemic Change (CASC) has filed a PIL before the Supreme Court, requesting that lawmakers include provisions in the new law for banning online gambling operations pretending to be social games. India’s […]

The Gaming in Germany Conference 2025, which is scheduled to take place in Berlin on November 11, has confirmed new speakers and breakout programmes in a recent press release. The key agenda for the annual event, which hosts stalwarts from Germany’s regulated gambling industry, includes the latest regulatory developments, player protection, growth in the black market and compliance. New Speakers Revealed for the Conference: Key Highlights Sebastian Buchholz, Head of Licensing and Market Supervision at the Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), will deliver the keynote address at this year’s event. Notable speakers representing iGaming operators at the event include Christian […]

The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has dismissed an appeal by the Dutch government in a state aid case. The authorities were seeking an extension of the licensing monopoly to regulate betting and lotteries operating in the Netherlands. The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has welcomed this decision. They allege incumbent operators had their licences illegally renewed in the Netherlands. CJEU Rules Against the Netherlands in State Aid Case Regarding Unlawful Extension of Gambling Licenses: Key Insights at a Glance Back in 2014, the Netherlands had extended several licences of incumbent betting and gambling operators without […]

The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) published its Statement of Strategy for 2025 to 2027 on Wednesday, October 15. The document outlines the key strategic improvements for the Irish gambling market that the regulator plans to implement in the next three years. GRAI Launches 2025–2025 Strategic Statement: Quick Overview The strategic statement focuses on the GRAI’s key goals for the next three years in areas such as licensing, monitoring, compliance, enforcement, consumer protection and awareness, and digitisation. Jim O’Callaghan TD, Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration; Paul Quinn, Chairperson of the GRAI and Anne Marie Caulfield, GRAI CEO, […]

The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) recently published its annual plan for the calendar year 2025-26. The gambling regulator has outlined its agenda for the Australian state and listed upcoming projects for public viewing. It has reiterated its commitment to bringing meaningful change to Victorian communities and ensuring that gambling activities are conducted fairly and free from criminal influence. Key Insights into the VGCCC Annual Plan 2025-26 The VGCCC will prioritise the prevention of gambling harm and accountability among operators. It aims to implement a framework for identifying the early signs of problem gambling and enforcing responsible advertising. […]

Curaçao Prime Minister Gilmar Pisas is the new head of the Gaming Control Authority (GCA). The development came to light recently, following the resignation of the entire supervisory board. The abrupt change in leadership comes at a time when the gambling watchdog is undergoing a massive overhaul. CGCA’s Supervisory Board Members Resign Abruptly: Quick Overview Local media reports suggest that commissioners Robert Reijnaert, Shelwyn Salesia, and Ildefons Simon abruptly resigned from the CGA in mid-September due to reasons that are yet to be known. Prime Minister Pisas called an urgent meeting with the CGA management soon after the commissioners quit. […]

Online gambling will become illegal in California three months from now. Governor Newsom recently approved a bill banning sweepstakes gambling in the state. The law not only applies to gambling operators but also to partner services, such as financial systems, geolocation providers, marketing affiliates, and related solutions. California Enforces Sweepstakes Gambling Ban: Key Insights On October 11, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 831 (AB-831) into law. The legislation bans sweepstakes gambling and prohibits third-party entities from facilitating services like financial systems, geolocation, media, etc. The bill received unanimous support in the Senate and from California’s tribal gaming associations. […]