Compliance
43 articles tagged "Compliance".
Konami's ISO 27001 Certification Is a Procurement Signal, Not Just a Press Release
Focus Gaming News covers Konami Gaming's ISO 27001 certification for SYNKROS and its online interactive division; this review explains why the certification is a growing procurement baseline for casino and iGaming suppliers.
CFTC Warns Prediction Markets Against American-Style Odds
The CFTC has warned prediction market operators against using American-style betting odds, saying event contracts must be priced in nominal or percentage terms. The warning comes amid ongoing court battles and separate New York legal actions against Kalshi and Novig.
Bede Gaming earns GLI-19 and GLI-33 certifications, reinforcing compliance credentials
Bede Gaming has obtained GLI-19 and GLI-33 certifications from eCOGRA, enhancing its credibility in regulated markets, especially North America, and reducing compliance friction for operator partners.
Taxation and advertising top challenges as Brazil's regulated betting market nears two-year milestone
A new SBC Insights survey of 51 Brazilian betting executives finds taxation (65.3%) and advertising restrictions (48.9% see them as a major barrier) are the top challenges, yet 71.7% remain committed to expanding in the market, with most expecting maturity within two to five years.
Signicat: gaming operators must pivot to outcome-led compliance strategies
Signicat's Ray Ryan urges gaming operators to move beyond checkbox compliance toward outcome-led risk orchestration, citing regulatory pressures, AI fraud, and UK tax hikes as drivers for a unified, evidence-based approach to player protection and fraud prevention.
Estonia's Gambling Ad Compliance Falls Short as Regulator Flags Widespread Violations
Estonia's gambling regulator found that nearly half of 230 inspected ads violated current laws, casting a shadow over the country's iGaming hub ambitions as it implements a reduced tax rate for the sector.
Kalshi agrees to Nevada geofencing by Aug 12 or face $120k daily fine
Kalshi has agreed to implement a multi-source geofencing system in Nevada by August 12 or face a $120,000 daily fine, after Board investigators found the platform still accessible for prohibited contracts despite a court order. The agreement resolves a contempt motion and underscores Nevada's push to enforce its gaming laws against unlicensed prediction markets.
VAT rethink and compliance push reshape UK prize draws sector
HMRC has confirmed 20% VAT applies to paid entries in UK prize draws with free entry routes, prompting DrawHouse to warn of 25-30% margin reductions and retroactive tax risks. Meanwhile, the Voluntary Code and the new Prize Competition Council are reshaping M&A due diligence and accelerating consolidation, as seen in ZEAL's acquisition of SevenCanyon and Winvia's rapid revenue growth.
Grupo EGB Becomes First iGaming Firm Honored in IIA Brazil’s Internal Audit Campaign
Esportes Gaming Brasil (EGB) has become the first iGaming company ever recognized in the IIA May Brazil campaign, earning the IIA May Brazil 2026 Winning Company seal for its internal audit awareness initiatives during May 2026.
Nevada Regulators Advance MGM and Caesars Take-Private Deals as Caesars Posts Mixed Q2
Nevada regulators approved licensing for Fertitta executives in the Caesars acquisition and advanced MGM's take-private deal with Barry Diller, while Caesars reported mixed Q2 results featuring Las Vegas declines offset by regional growth.
Gambling ads achieve 96.2% compliance in ASA's four-month sweep
The ASA's AI-driven monitoring of 13,000 online ads from July to November 2025 found gambling ads had a 96.2% compliance rate with only one confirmed breach, outperforming alcohol ads which had 86.7% compliance.
Regulatory compliance shifts from legal hurdle to strategic asset for iGaming operators
Global iGaming operators are shifting from marketing-led growth to compliance-driven strategy, as local licensing becomes essential for financial partnerships, consumer trust, and sustainable business models. Examples from Europe, Brazil, and Latin America show regulation embedding into technology and culture, with operators like 1xBet illustrating how multi-jurisdictional compliance is becoming industry standard.