Legal

KSA sanctions Winning Poker Network for operating without a licence

The company was issued a €1.2m fine.

Churchill Downs sues Michigan over TwinSpires suspension

Churchill Downs challenges Michigan’s suspension of its online betting platform arguing the state’s restrictions violate federal law.

01/14/25

KSA intensifies efforts to enforce advertising regulations in gambling sector

The Dutch Gaming Authority (KSA) issues seven warnings for breaches of advertising regulations, emphasising the need to protect young people from gambling addiction.

01/14/25

Turkey targets celebrities in crackdown on illegal betting

High-profile figures in entertainment and social media face legal action as part of the country’s broader fight against illicit gambling.

01/09/25

Former GVC CEO Kenneth Alexander sues UK Gambling Commission over alleged privacy breach

01/06/25

KSA imposes a record fine for illegal online gambling in the Netherlands

12/20/24

Head of Ukrainian gambling regulator detained

Ivan Rudyi is accused of supporting the operations of a Russian-owned online casino.

12/18/24

Online gambling brands lose appeals against fines in Sweden

Mr Green, Spooniker and ComeOn had already had their fines reduced.

12/12/24

Five illegal casinos shut down in Florida

The Florida Gaming Control Commission worked with law enforcement to close illegal casinos and seize gambling machines.

11/21/24

Belgium grants “extraordinary powers” to tackle illegal gambling offerings

Any relevant party will be able to file a complaint related to unlicensed gambling with the Brussels Commercial Court.

11/20/24

Five plead guilty to illegal gambling in Michigan

The Michigan Gaming Control Board investigated the operation.

11/20/24

VIP customer loses court battle to recoup £1.5m in gambling losses

The High Court of England and Wales has dismissed the player’s case against Betfair.

11/14/24

Supreme Court to decide on constitutionality of online gambling in Brazil

The court will rule on a legal challenge against regulated online gambling in Brazil.

11/07/24

Top Sport wins appeal againt fine for taking bets from foreign customers

11/05/24

Judge allows Elon Musk’s sweepstakes to continue despite “illegal lottery” accusations

The Philadelphia district attorney had launched a civil action against Musk’s PAC sweepstakes.

Check the latest Legal news

KSA sanctions Winning Poker Network for operating without a licence

Churchill Downs sues Michigan over TwinSpires suspension

KSA intensifies efforts to enforce advertising regulations in gambling sector

Turkey targets celebrities in crackdown on illegal betting

Former GVC CEO Kenneth Alexander sues UK Gambling Commission over alleged privacy breach

KSA imposes a record fine for illegal online gambling in the Netherlands

Head of Ukrainian gambling regulator detained

Online gambling brands lose appeals against fines in Sweden

Five illegal casinos shut down in Florida

Belgium grants “extraordinary powers” to tackle illegal gambling offerings

Five plead guilty to illegal gambling in Michigan

VIP customer loses court battle to recoup £1.5m in gambling losses

Supreme Court to decide on constitutionality of online gambling in Brazil

Top Sport wins appeal againt fine for taking bets from foreign customers

Judge allows Elon Musk’s sweepstakes to continue despite “illegal lottery” accusations

LatAm & Caribbean

Opposition deputy proposes end of regulated sports betting in Brazil

EMEA

UK gaming hall sector confidence plummets amid government criticism and calls for machine game duty increase

EMEA

Ukraine’s gambling harm strategy receives Cabinet of Ministers approval

EMEA

Review of Estonian online gambling tax to be brought forward