News with news tags: Gambling Legislation

UK Implements Ban on Credit Card Use for Online Gambling

The UK has decided to ban the use of credit cards for online gambling, effective April 14th, excluding non-remote lotteries. The decision came after the Gambling Commission reviewed online gambling and the potential risks to players, with 22% of all online gamblers using credit cards categorised as problem gamblers or at risk. The ban isRead More...

GiG Gets New Licenses and Enters the Spanish Market

GiG Gets New Licenses and Enters the Spanish Market Regardless of their size, online gambling companies are always searching for new markets to enter and conquer. Although Gaming Innovation Group and other companies usually expand outside of Europe, there are always countries within the continent requiring their services. Spain is the most recent market destination for GiG. Even though the internet allows for companiesRead More...

Gambling Commission Proposes Additional Licence Conditions Update

Gambling Commission Proposes Additional Licence Conditions Update The UK Gambling Commission has been working tirelessly to prevent money laundering and other illegal activities within the online gambling industry. It aims to ensure that all the necessary precautions are implemented within all online casinos licensed by them to minimize the number of new gambling addicts and reduce the number of existing ones. TheRead More...

What Happened to “Extra Spins”?

What Happened to “Extra Spins”? The UK Gambling Commission along with the UK Advertising Standards Authority has mandated that all online casinos use the term “Extra Spins” instead of “Free Spins” in promotional offers. The authorities believe that the term “Free” creates confusion and makes players think that there are no obligations to the casino while those spins are beingRead More...

NetEnt Operating in Canada and Lithuania

NetEnt Operating in Canada and Lithuania NetEnt, a well-known gaming company, has been expanding its horizons and expanding into new markets lately. To give you an idea of their scope, here are some facts about NetEnt: They have a team of over 1,000 employees Their catalog boasts over 200 developed and published games They support over 200 online casinos on theirRead More...

Sports Betting Wins Big with the New Jersey Supreme Court Decision

Sports Betting Wins Big with the New Jersey Supreme Court Decision The Supreme Court of New Jersey has made a monumental decision for the gambling industry. The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 (PASPA) has been fully repealed, allowing sports betting to flourish in New Jersey. This change will inspire other states to push forward with their own sports betting laws, signifying a stepRead More...