Posts From: January 2025

Denmark warns of AML risk with gambling affiliates

The Danish Gambling Authority has become aware that money laundering can occur through affiliates who market for gambling operators. Gambling operators that use affiliates should therefore consider whether this gives...

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Singapore restricts access to Polymarket

Singapore has restricted access to crypto prediction platform Polymarket as part of its efforts to combat illegal gambling. On January 12, users in Singapore reported being unable to access the...

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Google tightens gambling ad regulations in Nigeria

On January 8, 2025, Google implemented significant changes to its gambling and games advertising policies in Nigeria, responding to the Supreme Court’s ruling that invalidated the National Lottery Act. According...

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Greentube to pay £1 million for AML and KYC failings

Online gambling business Greentube Alderney Limited, trading as Admiral Casino, is to pay £1 million after a Commission investigation revealed social responsibility and anti-money laundering failures. The operator, which runs...

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French regulator orders operators to reduce marketing spend

The French gambling regulator ANJ board examined the 2025 promotional strategies of gambling and game of chance operators. These strategies mark a significant increase of 11% in promotional budgets while...

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Dutch gambling regulator issues €1,050,000 fine to Alimaniere

The Dutch Gaming Authority (Ksa) has imposed a fine of €1,050,000 on Alimaniere Sociedad De Responsabilidad for offering online gambling without a license. This is prohibited. Dutch players could gamble...

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Dutch gambling regulator rolls out new fine policy

The Dutch Gaming Authority (Ksa) will be implementing a new general fine policy. This policy provides the Ksa with more guidelines for imposing fines and provides more clarity to gambling...

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Unibet fined €400000 in the Netherlands

The Gaming Authority (Ksa) has imposed a fine of €400,000 on Optdeck Service Limited, known for its brand name Unibet, for admitting players who were registered in Cruks. Optdeck has...

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Evolution fined $25,000 in Pennsylvania for surveillance video breach

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approved a consent agreement today presented by the Board’s Office of Enforcement Counsel (“OEC”) during its public meeting resulting in a fine of $25,000 against...

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UK football governance bill excludes fan engagement

Lord Foster of Bath, Chair of Peers for Gambling Reform is expected bring new changes to football gambling sponsorships. Gambling in the UK is worth £15 billion a year and...

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