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The University of Alberta has introduced an exciting new microcredential course aimed at providing a comprehensive understanding of the rapidly changing gambling and iGaming landscape. The course, developed by Dr. Fiona Nicoll, is designed to address the needs of professionals across several fields—from regulators and addiction counselors to educators and journalists—by providing critical insights into

The Canadian gambling industry is experiencing a significant surge in suspected digital fraud attempts, with a staggering 79.3% year-over-year (YoY) increase in the first half of 2024 (H1 2024). According to a new report by TransUnion, the gambling sector, including online sports betting and poker, saw the highest rate of suspected fraud among all Canadian

The French government is moving toward legalizing online casino games in a bold move aimed at bolstering its state finances and curbing illegal gambling. The proposed amendment, part of the 2025 draft budget, suggests introducing a 55.6% tax on online casino turnover, potentially generating significant revenue for the country. Addressing France’s Budget Deficit France’s growing

Thailand’s move toward legalizing casinos is making progress, with the draft law on entertainment complexes expected to be presented to the cabinet by the end of this year, according to Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat. The bill, which seeks to regulate and legalize casino resorts within Thailand, will then move to the House of Representatives

A new bill aimed at banning online sports betting across Brazil has been introduced by Senator Sérgio Petecão, reflecting growing concerns over the impact of virtual gambling on mental health and financial stability. The bill, officially named Bill 4.031/2024, was submitted to the Brazilian Senate on October 21, 2024, and seeks to halt the rapidly

Massachusetts residents hoping to participate in the state’s online lottery will have to wait until April 2026 due to delays in receiving the necessary funding to develop the platform. Initially projected to launch by the end of 2025, the timeline has now been pushed back, state officials confirmed. During a recent Greater Boston Chamber of

Illegal online gambling has surged in South Korea over the past few years, with cases tripling between 2019 and 2023. According to the National Gambling Control Commission (NGCC), reported incidents of illegal gambling rose from 13,064 to over 39,000 during this period. Online gambling now accounts for more than 80% of illegal wagers, with the

Australia’s Greens party has intensified its campaign to end gambling advertising by introducing a bill to the Senate that seeks a complete ban on gambling ads across all forms of media. The Ban Gambling Ads Bill, championed by Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young, aims to prohibit gambling promotions on TV, radio, print, and online platforms. This

EGT Digital has announced a significant collaboration with Casino Sanremo, marking another milestone in the Bulgarian company’s expansion across the Italian gaming market. As part of this partnership, EGT Digital now provides a diverse selection of slot games and jackpots for Casino Sanremo’s online betting platform. This collaboration is expected to enhance the casino’s digital

Ireland has taken a significant step forward in overhauling its gambling legislation with the passage of the Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 through the Oireachtas. The bill, which has now completed its journey through both houses of parliament, marks a pivotal moment for the regulation of gambling in the country. It sets the foundation for the establishment

Brazil is dealing with a wave of legal action from betting companies following the release of an approved list of operators allowed to continue operating in the country. This list, published by the country’s Department of Prizes and Betting (SPA) in early October, features 96 companies, along with 210 affiliated brands, eligible to operate between

The Rio de Janeiro State Lottery (Loterj) has filed for a preliminary injunction in response to a federal lawsuit seeking to prevent its licensees from offering betting services across Brazil. The case, filed by the Attorney General’s Office (AGU), marks a significant legal conflict between Loterj and the federal government, with the Supreme Federal Court

The UK gambling industry is bracing for potential tax increases as speculation grows ahead of the Labour government’s upcoming budget announcement on October 30. Sources close to the Treasury have revealed that Chancellor Rachel Reeves may introduce higher taxes on gambling operators to help close a £22 billion fiscal deficit. Currently, the UK’s remote gaming

The Brazilian government has taken decisive action in its efforts to regulate the online betting market by blocking 2,040 illegal betting sites that failed to meet the requirements for licensing. The move, led by Brazil’s Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA), marks a critical step in the preparation for the country’s fully regulated market launch

Denmark’s gambling market saw a 4.3% year-on-year increase in gross gaming revenue (GGR) in August 2024, reaching DKK571 million ($84.1 million), according to data released by the Danish Gambling Authority, Spillemyndigheden. This overall growth was largely driven by a strong performance in the online casino sector, which helped offset declines in sports betting and land-based

The South African gambling industry experienced unprecedented growth during the 2023-24 financial year, with gross gambling revenue (GGR) reaching an all-time high of ZAR59.3 billion, a significant 25.7% increase from the previous year. This marked a milestone for the industry, driven largely by the explosive growth of the sports betting sector. According to the National

The Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit or KSA) has reported significant growth in the regulated gambling market, with the market’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) increasing by 21.2% in 2023, reaching €4 billion. However, the KSA has also raised concerns regarding the country’s channelisation rate, which measures the proportion of gambling activity conducted through legal operators. While

In a significant move for the global gaming industry, the American Gaming Association (AGA), European Casino Association (ECA), and Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at addressing shared challenges. The agreement, announced today, signifies a collaborative effort to confront key issues like illegal gambling, responsible gaming, industry innovation,

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is contemplating an outright ban on online sports betting if the government’s recent regulatory efforts fail to address the growing issue of gambling addiction in the country. Since the legalization of online sports betting in 2018, there has been a dramatic surge in betting activity, raising concerns about

The debate over Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 is intensifying, with Senators Lynn Ruane and Alice Mary Higgins advocating for a total ban on gambling bonuses as the bill nears final approval. The original version of the bill had included a blanket prohibition on such bonuses, but recent amendments have altered this, allowing operators to