#GDPR

In a recent article, we looked at the concept of so called "dark patterns" and the increasing scrutiny it is receiving from regulators in the UK and EU across consumer law, competition law, advertising and data protection. In this article, we focus specifically on the application of dark patterns in the gambling industry and the pressure the sector…

When all is said and done about Brexit, no matter on which side of the decision you sit, it may well be time to consider the implications for some of the United Kingdom's favoured pastimes. This includes participation in online casino games, which many Brits take part in daily, weekly, monthly and yearly. In doing so, they trust that their privacy…

It's not as if the UK hasn't got enough on its plate following the recent resignation of prime minister Liz Truss after just 44 days. Within her short tenure at No.10, Truss caused her fair share of disruption. Among her many contentious decisions was that the UK no longer needed the GDPR. To be fair to Truss, however, this wasn't a radical idea as…

Gone are the days when mobile casino games were inferior to their PC counterparts. These days, mobile slots feature the same 3D graphics, 4k resolutions and bonus features found in desktop games. Likewise, live casino games run smoothly on both android and iOS devices. The best part: you don't need to buy a flagship device to enjoy mobile casino…

Wanwisa Meenonthong, our Sales Manager here at Endorphina, just shared an interview with CasinoMentor to shed some insights of what is happening behind the scenes, how many games we've released, game categories we focus on, and what we are most proud of developing. For a detailed explanation, dive into the full interview below! Hi! Thank you for…

While the gambling law is being reviewed to cater for a modern online reality, the regulation of gambling is being expanded with stronger data analysis requirements. This article will introduce the changes in the law and regulation and will outline the challenges for IT departments. Developing video games that do not involve gambling and developing…

On 19 October 2021 the Irish Government approved the publication of the General Scheme of the Gambling Regulation Bill (the "General Scheme" ) which sets out the framework and legislative basis for the establishment of a new Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (the "Authority" ). On 17 May 2022 the Joint Committee on Justice (the "Committee" )…

Dutch blockchain leaders LTO Network and Sphereon partner with the prestigious Les Ambassadeurs Casino. Today they announce the beginning of live trials for a world-first: using blockchain technology to revolutionize how the gambling industry works. The team at Sphereon has built a solution that leverages the LTO Network's privacy and GDPR-friendly…

Online casinos have never been more popular. Google searches are at an all time high while legislation laws are increasing around the world. Importantly, banks and credit card companies now support gambling payments. If you want to play slots and blackjack online, the only thing stopping you is your schedule. To be clear, casino sites aren't…

In his latest column for Yogonet, Ron Mendelson breaks down different content strategy development for any start-up gambling site, ranging from traditional online alternatives such as articles and blogging, as well as using social media platforms going beyond the typical Meta platforms. As a gambling entrepreneur, asides from licensing and all the…

How to notice the Difference Between Legit and Scam Websites The internet is one of the best places to be due to the variety of privileges available there. From searching relevant content on different topics to playing online games, there are resources for all. In the case of the latter, casino-based gaming platforms are highly popular among lots…

On 7 October 2021, the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) published its outcome report from Phase 1 of the Gambling Commission's (GC) participation in the ICO's Regulatory Sandbox (Sandbox). The GC entered the Sandbox to explore the concept of Single Customer View (SCV). SCV, if introduced, would allow data gathered by gambling operators…

Betting shops, casinos and gambling websites will find out how much customers are spending Betting shops, casinos and gambling websites will soon be able to find out how much customers are spending, East Riding councillors have heard. East Riding councillors heard a recent data protection ruling had cleared the way for the sharing system to go…

Nowadays, we are seeing that Online Games like Rummy, Poker, and other betting games are getting popular in India. These Games are directly or indirectly adversely affecting the lives of the many as they are getting more consumed into gambling. According to a recent survey, online betting games are becoming the most popular and attractive business…

France entered its second national lockdown on 30 October, which was intended to run until 1 December, and saw only basic and essential shops allowed to remain open. Casinos, betting shops and bingo halls, as well as other leisure facilities remained closed. The union described the reopening of the casinos as essential for the wellbeing of French…

Online gambling software supplier EveryMatrix on Wednesday announced that it has successfully secured an ISO 20000 certification after nearly a year-long review of its internal service management system, procedures, and frameworks. ISO 20000 is an international quality standard designed by the International Organisation for Standardization (ISO)…

he European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), a Brussels-based gaming industry trade body, has warned the European Union and UK government that current Brexit arrangements carry operational and business concerns for the online gambling sector. On 24 December, the EU and UK agreed to a post-Brexit trade deal which outlines their future…

When choosing which casino to play at, ensuring you pick an establishment that has a great reputation and values your security and safety is an absolute necessity. It is all well and good finding a house that offers progressive jackpots and fantastic welcome offers, however, this simply is not worth it if it leaves you vulnerable to fraud. Of…

The question is, though, which slot site should you choose to wager your money with? The gambling industry has gone through some significant changes since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, but in terms of virtual slots much has stayed the same if not improved. In this article we won't so much list the best slot sites available to gamblers…