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Times Of Malta

Why a Malta Gaming licence is the best choice for online casinos in New Zealand

New Zealanders love to play casino games, especially online pokies. There are only a handful of land-based casinos in New Zealand. However, the best selection of pokies can be found on online casino sites. Not only that but it can also be more cost-efficient to play online. All one has to do is check the recommended low deposit casinos on…

Law ・ 25 August 2023

Gambling Commission

Update on our plans for Gambling Act Review implementation

This month will see the Gambling Commission open our first consultations in the implementation of the Government's Gambling Act Review White Paper. Posted 7 July 2023 by Tim Miller Since then we have already completed and published the first deliverable we committed to as part of the Review: to reinforce our expectations on gambling businesses in…

Law ・ 08 July 2023

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Recent UK action to protect children from online gambling and gaming-related privacy issues

During the covid lockdowns, there was an explosion in growth of gaming and online gambling. The sector has long had to grapple with potential harms to children and vulnerable people associated with online gambling and gaming, and the issue has been a focus for a range of regulators. These include not only the Gambling Commission, but also the ICO,…

Industry ・ 01 March 2023

TechRound

The Ultimate Guide To Licensing For Bingo Operators

With stringent anti-money laundering regulations, complex licensing procedures, and heavy fines for noncompliance in the UK gambling industry, online bingo operators must ensure they are up to scratch on the legal side. This guide provides an overview of the key licensing requirements for UK bingo operators, helping them to understand and navigate…

Law ・ 27 February 2023

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Dark Patterns in Gambling?

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…

Industry ・ 08 December 2022

Gambling News

UK Gambling Commission Posted Latest Quarterly Operator Data

The Gambling Commission published the latest data related to its ongoing effort to monitor changes in gambling behavior as a result of the current environmental factors in the UK. Tracking gambling data on a quarterly basis since March 2020, the Commission published data gathered from online and in-person operations at Licensed Betting Operators…

Gaming Authorities ・ 05 August 2022

ASA

Remit statement: 'content marketing' for gambling products online

Last year, we published an update to clarify, in broad terms, the ASA remit over marketing communications appearing on websites, apps and cross-border platforms (for example, social media and retail platforms). It was well received, but it is accepted that the global and fast-evolving nature of the internet raises detailed remit questions that…

Gaming Authorities ・ 10 June 2022

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Besides LCCP, what other standards should slot sites adhere to?

The UK has certain rules and codes for online casino licensees, which bring required standards in different aspects that slot website operators must adhere to. Ahead of the long-awaited Gambling Act Review White Paper, Pavlos Sideris, Director at Double Up Media, delves into the need forfurther standardization in key aspects, including payment…

Law ・ 27 May 2022

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Safety regulations for online gaming in the UK

In this article, we'll discuss how to stay safe while gaming online. Here are some things that you need to consider for staying safe while gaming online in the UK. Be mindful of your surroundings and who is around you in the game or chat room. Do not sharepersonal information such as bank account numbers. Make sure that any games/accounts offered…

Industry ・ 28 February 2022

iGaming Business

New Slotegrator report offers advice on UKGC online gambling licences

Software developer explains how and why interested parties should apply for a UK licence. By far the largest online gambling market in the world, the United Kingdom is home to nearly 600 thriving operators. The British online gambling industry generated a gross gambling yield of £6.9bn in the 2020-2021 fiscal year; for comparison, in Italy - home…

Gaming Authorities ・ 18 January 2022

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UKGC Hits iGaming Firm Greentube with a £685,000 Fine

Novamatic subsidiary Greentube has to pony up £685000 after the UKGC found it guilty of social responsibility and anti-money laundering failures. [Image: Shutterstock.com] The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has ordered Novamatic subsidiary Greentube Alderney Limited to pay a £685000 ($912180) penalty, citing social responsibility and anti-money…

Gaming Authorities ・ 03 December 2021

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GC orders Greentube to pay £685,000 for AML and safer gambling failings

A review of the business' activities, launched in December 2020, uncovered failings in the anti-money laundering (AML) policies and safer gambling protocols across Greentube's Admiralcasino.co.uk and Bellfruitcasino.com sites. This amounted to breaches of licence condition 12.1.1, 12.1.2, 15.2.1 of the Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice…

Law ・ 02 December 2021

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YGAM and Betknowmore Launch Safer Gambling Training Initiative

YGAM and Betknowmore have launched the Safer Gambling Training Pledge, which will see industry Chief Executives and Directors complete specialist training programmes on player protection and harm prevention every day during the campaign week. Industry leaders will complete five online modules between November 1-7, covering important topics…

Law ・ 03 November 2021

European Gaming

GENTING CASINOS LEAD THE WAY WITH HIGHEST “GAMCARE SAFER GAMBLING STANDARD” RENEWAL SECURED

Genting Casinos UK are delighted to announce they have once again been awarded the highest rating of GamCare's Safer Gambling Standard, the social responsibility quality standard for the gambling industry. Having been awarded the standard at advanced level 3, this latest recognition is the highest level achievable, highlighting the leading leisure…

Law ・ 27 October 2021

Vizaca

Regulation In The Online Casino Industry Increasingly Eats Up Operator Profits

The online casino industry has been around since the 1990s. Antigua and Barbuda became the first overseas licensing jurisdiction with the Free Trade & Processing Act in 1994, and developer Microgaming helped spearhead the launch of the industry as the first functional casino software company. By 1996, over 200 gambling websites had launched, but…

Law ・ 17 August 2021

Gambling News

Slot Games in GB to Receive Betting and Deposit Limit, Suggests a New Report

Report published today suggests mandatory betting limits and deposit limits for online slot games in Great Britain. Besides those changes, the report proposes changes on taxation, licenses and regulatory framework changes. A report published today by the Social Market Foundation suggests a mandatory betting limit for online slot games between £1…

Gaming Authorities ・ 07 May 2021

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