As debates heat up over the legal status and regulation of sweepstakes casinos, a newly released study by the American Gaming Association (AGA) shows that users of these platforms overwhelmingly recognize their activity for what it is: gambling. The survey, conducted online between June 11 and June 24, 2025, sheds light on user behavior and […]
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Philippines Considers Raising Online Gambling License Fees
The Philippine government is currently considering significant regulatory changes for its online gambling sector, including increasing license fees and implementing stricter oversight measures. Finance Secretary Ralph Recto has proposed raising the license fee on online gambling operators to as high as 40%, signaling a shift in the government’s approach to managing the sector. Proposal for […]
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SkillOnNet and Regency Secure Licence for Greek Online Casino Launch
A new online casino venture is set to enter the regulated Greek market following the joint licensing success of SkillOnNet and Regency Entertainment. The Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC) has granted the partnership a Type 2 online gambling licence, enabling the upcoming launch of Regency Casino Online, a digital platform that merges gaming innovation with seasoned land-based […]
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46 Companies Compete for Italy’s €7 Million Online Gambling Licenses
Italy has revealed that a total of 46 operators have applied for its coveted online gambling licenses, with each one costing €7 million. The deadline for applications passed on July 1, and all applicants have successfully cleared the first stage of checks. This move signals the beginning of a wider reform designed to reshape Italy’s […]
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GamCare Reacts to GambleAware’s Planned Closure and Sector Shift
GamCare has issued a public tribute to GambleAware following confirmation that the long-standing gambling harm prevention charity will cease operations by March 2026. As the UK transitions to a new statutory gambling harms framework, GamCare has reaffirmed its intention to maintain the National Gambling Helpline while it seeks clarity on its future role. GambleAware’s decision […]
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Italy’s Gambling Sector Braces for Overhaul as Licensing Deadline Extended
Italy’s online gambling market is undergoing a major restructuring, with its regulatory body, the Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM), officially pushing back the deadline for completing the current licensing process. Originally slated to conclude on 17 September 2025, the closing date has now been extended to 12 November 2025 to allow more time […]
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New Zealand’s iGaming Bill Faces Uncertainty Ahead of 2026 Launch
New Zealand’s proposed iGaming market is facing a critical challenge. Although the country’s iGaming bill passed its first reading in parliament this July, experts are raising concerns about its readiness to meet the 2026 launch target. Legal professionals suggest that the bill, which seeks to regulate online casinos and betting, lacks sufficient detail, potentially leading […]
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Credit Card Bans in Gambling: Analyzing the Protection vs. Performance Debate
The use of credit cards for gambling has been a widely debated issue in recent years. On the surface, banning credit cards in gambling may appear as a protective measure, aiming to prevent players from betting with money they don’t possess. However, experts suggest that the real impact of such a ban is much more […]
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VIP Schemes in the UK See 95% Decline, Says Gambling Commission Report
The latest findings from the UK Gambling Commission (GC) reveal a staggering 95% reduction in the number of VIP and high-value customer (HVC) schemes since the implementation of a new code of conduct in October 2020. The code, which was a result of a consultation between the GC and the Betting and Gaming Council, introduced stricter […]
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IGT Celebrates Major Milestone with 2,500+ Installations in Spain’s AWP Sector
International Game Technology (IGT) has recently reached an important milestone in Spain’s Amusement with Prize (AWP) sector, achieving over 2,500 units of its Tombola bingo product installed. This celebration was marked by a special customer event in Valladolid, Spain, at the prestigious Retuerta LeDomaine Hotel, in collaboration with Orenes Grupo. IGT used this opportunity to […]
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