Playtech has entered a strategic alliance with Spain-based MGA Industrial to co-develop a new series of land-based slot machines tailored for the Spanish gaming market. This collaboration brings together MGA Industrial’s decades of experience in the local gaming sector and Playtech’s extensive global technology capabilities. The newly announced partnership will lead to the rollout of…
Several Swedish influencers have stopped promoting unlicensed online gambling following a regulatory review by the Swedish Gambling Authority (Spelinspektionen). The decision to halt these activities comes after the Authority intervened as part of its broader initiative to reduce illegal gambling promotions on digital platforms, particularly those targeting local audiences. The influencers had been streaming content…
The Romanian government is on the verge of dismantling the National Gambling Office (ONJN), the country’s central regulatory authority for gambling activities. This decision follows months of political pressure, growing public dissatisfaction, and an audit revealing that Romania lost nearly €1 billion in gambling tax revenue due to the ONJN’s regulatory shortcomings. The government’s move…
Scientific Games has officially been authorized as a lottery supplier in the United Arab Emirates by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). This federal body, established in 2023, regulates all commercial gaming within the UAE, covering lottery, internet gaming, sports wagering, and land-based casinos, with a focus on integrity, innovation, and responsible operations. With…
The German gambling regulator, Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), has published a comprehensive FAQ to address common misunderstandings about the legality of online casino offerings. The aim is to better inform the public about the licensing structure under the 2021 State Treaty on Gambling and distinguish legitimate operators from illegal ones, particularly where misuse of…
In a landmark move, Brazil’s Senate has passed Bill PL 2.985/2023, introducing sweeping restrictions on how fixed-odds sports betting can be advertised across the country. Initially proposed as a complete ban on gambling promotion, the bill has been reshaped to impose targeted limitations on advertising practices, including the use of public figures, live broadcast placements,…