Regulation
206 articles tagged "Regulation".
Mozambique Approves Dedicated Legal Framework for Online Gambling Sector
Mozambique's Council of Ministers has approved a new regulation that establishes online gambling as a distinct vertical with its own licensing, separate from land-based casinos, responding to declining casino tax revenue linked to rising digital play.
Myanmar Blocks Nearly 400,000 Phone Numbers in Gambling SMS Crackdown
Myanmar's telecom regulator has permanently blocked 390,978 phone numbers for sending gambling-related SMS spam, using automated thresholds and public reporting to disrupt illegal promotions.
Greece’s 2025 gambling revenue rises 6.7% to €3.07B, land-based retains majority share
Greece’s total gambling GGR rose 6.7% to €3.07B in 2025, with land-based still dominant at 61.2% share and online growing 10.5%. Public revenues hit €1.17B while the regulator tightened advertising controls, expanded its player registry, and blocked over 12,600 illegal domains.
Czech Republic Revives Macolin Convention Push Following Match-Fixing Scandal
The Czech Republic is renewing its efforts to join the Macolin Convention after a match-fixing scandal led to charges against 32 individuals, seeking international cooperation to combat sports manipulation.
African gambling winners' taxes under pressure as enforcement gaps and revenue shortfalls mount
Several African countries are struggling to enforce taxes on gambling winnings, with Ghana repealing its 10% levy, Zimbabwe hiking to 25% amid opposition, and South Africa shifting to operator-side GGR taxes, illustrating a broader trend of fragility and policy experimentation across the continent.
Spain's gambling regulator publishes 2025 activity report with regional rule comparison
Spain's DGOJ has released its 2025 Gambling Activity Report featuring an annex that compares regional gambling rules, along with market data showing online GGR reached €1.7bn in 2025.
Australian Regulator Targets 10 Illegal Gambling Sites in Latest Crackdown
ACMA has ordered ISPs to block 10 unlicensed gambling sites, including a clone of LightningBet, bringing total blocks to 1,774 since 2019. The regulator also warns consumers about risks of offshore sites and highlights recent enforcement actions.
Chile Adds 25 Betting Sites to VAT Registry as Tax Crackdown Commences
Chile has added 25 betting platforms to its digital VAT register, marking the start of tax enforcement on the sector.
Underage betting checks find Swiss operators failing nearly half the time
Swiss sports betting regulators found that underage mystery shoppers placed bets in nearly half of 200 checks, with self-service terminals performing worst. The report's publication was delayed by a legal challenge from the operators.
Cambodian and Victorian Regulators Share Insights on Casino Oversight and Responsible Gambling
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission hosted Cambodia's Commercial Gambling Management Commission for a study visit focused on casino regulation, compliance, and responsible gambling, marking continued international regulatory cooperation.
Kenya’s Gambling Control Act Ushers in Structured Regulation and Tax Stability, Attracting International Attention
Kenya's Gambling Control Act, effective August 2025, replaces the 1966 framework with the Gambling Regulatory Authority, introduces stable tax rates (5% on withdrawals and deposits), requires 30% Kenyan ownership for licensees, and enforces strict advertising and online controls, drawing positive responses from local stakeholders and international firms like Super Group.
H2 Gambling Capital: UK Tax Hikes Could Drive Illegal Betting Surge
A new H2 Gambling Capital analysis forecasts that UK tax increases will push illegal online gambling turnover to £36bn by 2031, with the black market's share rising to 22%, prompting the BGC to warn of severe economic consequences.