A courtroom in California highlights the first legal challenge against a sweepstakes casino, with digital elements representing online gambling subtly blended into the scene. The serious atmosphere underscores the state's push for regulation in the sweepstakes gaming industry.

Finland is set to transform its gambling industry by moving from a state monopoly to a competitive licensing system, allowing commercial operators in sectors like horse race betting. This reform aims to enhance consumer protections, regulate gambling more effectively, and foster a safer, transparent market environment.

The American Gaming Association (AGA) and Indian Gaming Association (IGA) are examining the unclear legal landscape of sweepstakes gaming in the U.S., discussing its challenges and implications for traditional gambling. Through an educational series, they aim to clarify distinctions between sweepstakes and...

The Netherlands Gaming Authority (KSA) has imposed a significant penalty on Winbet NV, fining the company €280,000 weekly until it reaches €840,000 for operating unlicensed gambling sites accessible to Dutch players. This enforcement action highlights KSA's stringent approach to curbing illegal online gambling...

France has deferred a proposed 2025 budget amendment to legalize online casinos after encountering significant opposition from land-based casino operators and public officials. The government, led by Prime Minister Michel Barnier and Budget Minister Laurent Saint-Martin, plans further consultations to address...

The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) supports the National Audit Office's recommendation to reassess Sweden's Gambling Act to close loopholes exploited by unlicensed operators. The report highlights the need for stronger regulatory oversight and expanded legislation to better protect consumers...

Canada's gambling industry saw a 79.3% rise in suspected digital fraud in the first half of 2024, making it the country's most targeted sector for fraud attempts, with 9.6% of all transactions flagged as suspicious. This surge, driven by online sports betting and poker, highlights the need for advanced fraud...

Brazil's Department of Prizes and Betting (SPA) is facing multiple legal challenges from betting companies following the release of a list of approved operators permitted to continue operating in the country. Published in early October, the list features 96 companies and 210 affiliated brands, which either applied...

Brazil initiates the shutdown of over 2,000 illegal gambling sites, aiming to protect consumers as the regulated market prepares for its 2025 launch.

The Massachusetts Attorney General issues a cease-and-desist to Bovada for offering illegal gambling services, demanding an immediate stop and refunds to users.

New Dutch regulations enforce online casino deposit limits of €700 for players over 24 and €300 for young adults to curb problem gambling from October 1, 2024.

Schleswig-Holstein became the first German state to issue private online casino licenses, granting them to four operators on September 18, 2024. This move allows private companies to legally offer live casino and table games, aiming to compete with illegal gambling and enhance player protection. The decision aligns...