The Netherlands’ path toward tighter gambling regulations has hit a major roadblock after the country’s coalition government collapsed. The political rupture was triggered when Geert Wilders, leader of the far-right PVV, stormed out of an emergency meeting and pulled support for the ruling coalition. His departure stemmed from a dispute over immigration policy, which the […]
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BAGO Warns of Alarming Rise in Illegal Gambling Among Young Belgians
A new study by the Belgian Association of Licensed Gaming Operators (BAGO) reveals that around 25% of gamblers in Belgium are turning to unlicensed online platforms. These illegal sites operate beyond the reach of national regulation, drawing users away from the legal market and stripping them of essential protections. The findings raise concerns not just […]
OLG Rolls Out Canada’s First Accessible Slot Game
Red Panda Tails of Wealth Aims to Break Down Barriers in Gaming The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has launched Red Panda Tails of Wealth, the first slot game in Canada designed specifically with accessibility in mind. This new release is intended to open the doors to casino gaming for millions of players living […]
Meta Tightens Gambling Ad Policies Globally, Streamlines Approval for Indian Gaming Operators
Meta’s New Rules Demand Pre-Approval for Gambling Ads Meta has rolled out stricter global policies for advertising gambling and real-money gaming (RMG), directly impacting how operators market to users in India. Advertisers promoting any service involving cash, digital currencies like Bitcoin, or prizes with real-world value must now obtain written approval from Meta before launching […]
Ireland’s Gambling Regulator Pushes Back on 2026 Licensing Delay Reports
GRAI Sticks to Late 2025 Target for Licensing Launch Reports hinting at a delay in Ireland’s new gambling licensing regime until mid-2026 don’t tell the full story, according to the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI). While The Journal cited a parliamentary exchange suggesting that the licensing system wouldn’t be in place until 2026, the […]
TaDa Gaming Joins Relax Gaming’s Powered By Programme to Expand Global Reach
Relax Gaming Adds TaDa Gaming to Its Aggregation Network Relax Gaming has expanded its Powered By Relax programme through a new content partnership with TaDa Gaming, bringing the studio’s diverse portfolio to a wider network of operators. TaDa Gaming’s titles will now be distributed via Relax’s aggregation platform, including slots, crash games, table games, bingo, […]
Ohio Lawmakers Push to Legalize Online Casinos Under House Bill 298
Ohio is taking its next big step in gambling expansion. House Bill 298, introduced by House Finance Chair Brian Stewart (R-Ashville), lays out a plan to legalize and regulate online casino gaming—or iGaming—across the state. Under the proposed legislation, the Ohio Casino Control Commission (CAC) would oversee iGaming much like it does with sports betting. […]
Light & Wonder Sets $2 Billion EBITDA Target by 2028, Eyes Bigger Slice of Gaming Market
Revenue Ambitions Climb at 2025 Investor Day Light & Wonder has raised its long-term financial forecast, announcing a new goal of reaching $2 billion in adjusted EBITDA by 2028. The updated outlook was revealed during the company’s 2025 Investor Day in New York and marks a sharp increase from its previous $1.4 billion target for […]
ELA Games Expands Danish iGaming Reach with Danske Licens Spil and Eyes Swedish Growth
ELA Games Strengthens Danish Presence with Tivoli Casino Deal Game developer ELA Games has secured another foothold in the Danish online casino space, this time partnering with Danske Licens Spil to supply titles to its Tivoli Casino brand. Under the deal, Tivoli Casino will host a range of ELA Games’ content, including player favourites like […]
Japan Moves to Curb Online Gambling as Illegal Bets Top ¥6 Trillion
Lawmakers Fast-Track Bill to Crack Down on Overseas Casino Sites Japan is preparing sweeping legislative action to clamp down on the rampant use of illegal online gambling platforms, as data reveals billions of yen flowing to overseas betting sites each year. A new bill targeting online casinos is expected to be submitted to parliament this […]
