The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is planning to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance the regulation of the online gambling industry. The new technology is expected to help identify potential gambling addiction behaviors, detect tampered identity documents,
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) recently announced that it will implement new remote gambling licensing rules starting from January 1, 2026. This adjustment is aimed at preparing for the renewal of the first batch of five-year licenses, which were initially issued in Sep
King Philippe of Belgium has appointed 12 new members to the country's gambling regulatory body, the Belgian Gaming Commission (Kansspelcommissie), for a term of six years. The appointments of the new members took effect from September and have been officially published in the Royal Decree in the "O
Shawn Fluharty, Executive of Government Affairs at Play’n GO and West Virginia legislator, recently shared his insights on integrating brain health science into global gaming policies at the G7 Responsible Gaming and Gambling Policy Forum.This forum is the first of three international summits that w
The Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) has officially launched SafePlay, a national self-exclusion portal for all licensed gambling platforms in the state, allowing players to voluntarily opt out of gambling activities, highlighting the regulator's focus on player welfare beyond reve
Netherlands will raise the gambling tax rate from 30.5% to 34.2% starting from 2025, originally intended to increase national revenue, but the result was contrary to expectations. The latest industry data shows that this policy has led to a decline in revenue in the legal market, a decrease rather t
Banning the use of credit cards for gambling may seem like a reasonable measure, aimed at preventing people from using "future money" to indulge in gambling and fall into financial difficulties. However, reality is far more complex than this logic. Is this ban a rational decision, a moral stance, or
The 2025 SBC Summit will be held on September 16 at the Lisbon International Exhibition Center (FIL), featuring for the first time a dedicated Emerging Markets segment focusing on the African betting market, to deeply explore the rapid development and potential opportunities of the African gaming in
The German State Gambling Regulators (GGL) recently released the 2024 annual market activity report, confirming that the total annual gambling revenue (GGR) in Germany reached 14.4 billion euros, a 5% increase year-on-year. The report comprehensively reviews the latest developments in Germany's lega
The Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit) and the national gambling support organization AGOG jointly released a survey revealing significant gaps in the country's problem gambling prevention and control. Among the 139 respondents, 81% started gambling before the age of 24, and 46% even engage
The Spanish Gambling Regulatory Authority (DGOJ) convened the first meeting of the new "Responsible Gambling Advisory Committee" this morning and submitted the draft of the "2026-2030 Safe Gambling Plan," setting the direction for future gambling policies.This meeting marks the completion of the mem
In recent years, the Slovak online gambling market has experienced rapid growth, but the accompanying compliance regulations, social responsibilities, and risks of illegal operations have also raised widespread concerns.Market Size and TrendsBy 2024, the total gambling amount is expected to reach 24
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) recently published its Market and Financial Report for 2024, showcasing key achievements in licensing, compliance, player protection, and financial performance over the year. The report provides detailed information, focusing on industry regulatory trends, gambling b
Better Collective is deepening its commitment to safer gambling by leveraging its subsidiary Mindway AI to promote the global deployment and application of player protection technology.Mindway AI monitors over 9 million active users monthly, and its core tool, GameScanner, uses artificial intelligen
The European online gambling market is experiencing unprecedented growth. The latest data shows that by 2024, the total revenue of European gambling is expected to reach 137 billion euros, of which online gambling accounts for 40%, about 55 billion euros. This figure represents a 7.84% increase from
Games Global has been certified by Tipico as a "Trusted Partner". This certification is part of a new program launched by Tipico, which focuses on suppliers operating within the regulated gaming market in Germany.As unlicensed operators receive increasing scrutiny, Tipico's initiative aims to recogn
