09/28/20 UK regulator criticised at opening of inquest An inquest into the death of a young British man will investigate whether the state failed to treat his gambling issues.
09/28/20 EU operators slash advertising on pirate sites The EC has applauded the results of gaming operators’ action to try to reduce unintentional ad placements on pirate sites.
09/28/20 BGC to limit slot features and speeds The UK industry body has launched a new code of conduct limiting spin speeds and banning features like turbo play.
09/25/20 Ladbrokes creates new five-a-side bet The UK bookmaker has launched a “first-of-its-kind” accumulator bet allowing players to build their own five-a-side teams.
09/25/20 BGC says new UK job support scheme not enough The Betting and Gaming Council has welcomed the new scheme announced by the British chancellor but says the industry needs more support.
09/25/20 Test case to probe legality of bets made abroad Lawyers say the case could “open the floodgates to thousands of claims” as a British man claims Ladbrokes allowed him to bet illegally from abroad.
09/25/20 Ukraine creates national gambling regulator Legislators have formally created the regulatory body that will oversee the sector following the legalisation of gambling.
09/24/20 Austrian body calls for new online gambling licensing system The Austrian Association for Betting and Gambling says a new system is needed to help sports clubs recover from the impact of Covid-19.
09/24/20 DCMS calls for evidence on loot boxes The department aims to establish whether the video game features promote gambling.
09/24/20 Dutch regulator to create igaming licensing department The KSA will take on extra staff to cope with the influx of gaming licence applications expected next year.
09/24/20 888 appoints Lord Mandelsohn as chairman Another Labour Party figure takes up a role in the gambling industry.
09/23/20 UK Covid-19 measures deal blow to casinos and race tracks Casinos and racecourses are calling for support as the government imposes a 10pm curfew and delays the return of spectators to sports events.
09/23/20 Enlabs makes €14.4m bid for Global Gaming The igaming operator has made an official offer for the remaining shares, valuing the Ninja Casino owner at €43.2m.
09/23/20 UK competition watchdog probes Evolution – NetEnt merger The Competition and Markets Authority will look into whether the proposed merger could harm competition in the UK.
09/23/20 YGAM launches GP training and student hub The Young Gamers & Gamblers Education Trust (YGAM) has launched a training programme for healthcare professionals and a hub for students.
