Posts From: June 2024

Gambling watchdog looks into second Tory candidate over alleged election bet

Rishi Sunak’s election campaign was dealt another blow on Sunday after it emerged that a fourth Conservative was being investigated over a bet on the date of the general election. Nick Mason, the...

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Google halts pilot to support more real-money gaming apps

Google on Friday announced its decision to pause its experiment aimed at expanding the number of real-money gaming (RMG) apps on its Play Store in countries without a central licensing...

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Sunak’s protection officer arrested for betting on date of election

A police officer working as part of Rishi Sunak’s protection team has been arrested following an investigation into alleged bets on the timing of the general election. The bodyguard was taken...

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ACMA blocks three more illegal offshore gambling sites

The ACMA has requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block more illegal offshore gambling websites, after investigations found these services to be operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act...

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ASA reminds operators of marketing responsibilities during Euros 2024

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA)  has issued new guidance to operators with the attention of many football fans will be drawn to the UEFA Euro 2024 Football Championships in Germany. Many...

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MLB removes umpire Pat Hoberg from field over gambling policy violation

This year’s wave of MLB gambling scandal has reached the umpire ranks. MLB umpire Pat Hoberg has been disciplined for a violation of the league’s gambling rules, according to The Athletic....

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High 5 Games ruled liable for illegal gambling in Washington

A class action lawsuit in Washington has been filed alleging that High 5 Games violated gambling and consumer protection laws by operating and selling virtual casino chips in High 5...

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Netherlands regulator gear up for Euro 2024 

The Dutch Gaming Authority expects an increase in online bets and gambling advertisements this sports summer, including the UEFA European Football Championship for men (EC). The regulator will therefore work...

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Top Sunak aide placed bet on general election date days before announcement

U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s closest parliamentary aide Craig Williams placed a £100 bet on a July election just three days before the Conservative prime minister named the date of...

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Netherlands gambling regulator issues penalties to LCS and Blue High House

The Dutch Gaming Authority (Ksa) has collected penalty payments from two illegal providers. Both providers, L.C.S. Limited and Blue High House S.A. were previously imposed a penalty for offering illegal...

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