News with news tags: UK Gambling Commission
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...
To prevent harmful gambling, some have suggested that casino operators should impose ‘online staking limits’ similar to those implemented in fixed-odds betting terminals (FOBT). In fact, a few gaming executives have gone as far as stating that this policy is ‘inevitable’. However, the proposal of introducing such a policy in online casinos appears to haveRead More...
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...
Despite the laws that are meant to protect gamblers from unfair treatment, online gambling companies have found ways to disregard them. However, the UK Gambling Commission and the Competition and Markets Authority are actively working on enhancing the quality of the B2C formats, ensuring that reliable authorities regulate online casinos. Pursuing this direction, the commissionsRead More...
When it comes to online gambling, it is essential to exercise caution because while many legitimate gambling sites exist, some fraudulent ones are out to swindle you of the money you deposit. In this article, we'll highlight some tips to help you discover the best and most reliable new online casinos. Firstly, listen to onlineRead More...
The online gaming industry is painstakingly competitive, demanding, and highly regulated. While it may seem like online gambling is all about having fun, entertainment, and earning money, there is more to it than meets the eye. There are rules and regulations in place with certain policies that must be followed, affecting not just online casinoRead More...
Responsible gaming has become a top priority in the online casino industry, and now the United Kingdom Gambling Commission is taking player protection a step further with the introduction of more self-monitoring tools. This move enables online casino players to track their activities and become more aware of their gaming habits for their own protection.Read More...
BGO Casino is a popular European gambling website that offers instant-play games and various bonuses for its players. However, the operator has been fined £300,000 by the UK Gambling Commission on May 2nd for ‘misleading advertising’. This is the first time an online casino has been officially punished for this, but more could follow. BGORead More...
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Free spins are one of the most popular promotional offers that casinos use to attract and retain players. This bonus allows players to play slot games without risking their bankroll and is usually given upon sign-up or as part of regular promotions. However, some regulators have found that the term "free spins" has been abusedRead More... 