Posts From: March 2019

Ksa increases penalties for illegal online offerings

The Dutch Gaming Authority (Ksa) will increase its fines for illegal online games of chance with effect from 1 March 2019. The updated penalty policy rules assume a starting fine of 200,000 euros....

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ASA dismisses complaints against Betfair advert

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has ruled that the TV ad for Betfair had not breached the advertising code and that no further action is necessary. The ad in question...

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William Hill profits retreat as expected

William Hill Plc said on Friday that 2019 results would be in line with market expectations while reporting a slight dip in full-year adjusted operating profit, as it booked more...

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American Gaming Association Releases Comprehensive Industry Responsibility Report

The American Gaming Association (AGA) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (USCCF) Corporate Citizenship Center today announced the release of first-of-its-kind research analyzing the scope of the U.S. casino gaming industry’s...

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partypoker launches online operations in Czech Republic

Partypoker has launched online operations in the Czech Republic in partnership with King’s Resort, becoming only the second international operator to acquire an online gambling license in the country and only...

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Betsson Welcomes Dutch remote gambling act but warns over cooling-off period

The Dutch Senate voted to adopt the Remote Gambling Bill. The passing of the Bill will end the long overdue wait for a modern gaming legislation in the Netherlands. The...

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Players welcome PGA Tour’s new gambling sponsorship rules

The PGA Tour’s decision to allow players to be sponsored by certain types of gambling companies was welcomed by golfers on Wednesday who are now free to reach lucrative agreements...

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Webis Revenue Halves In Challenging First Half

Webis Holdings posted a deeper first-half loss, owing to a drop in betting volumes. Pre-tax losses for the six months through November amounted to $591k, compared to loss of $19k...

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Tom Watson calls for online gambling crackdown

The Shadow Culture Secretary Tom Watson will say that current laws are “completely unfit for the digital age” and would be reformed if his party wins the next election. In...

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XLMedia earnings dragged down by restructure costs

XLMedia has said it now anticipates its 2019 earnings will take a hit from a reduction in non-core Media activities. The marketing services provider said it now expects revenue to...

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