Tim Miller to Leave UK Gambling Commission Amid Reform Rollout
Tim Miller will leave the UK Gambling Commission in September after ten years. His departure comes during White Paper reforms and ongoing action against illegal gambling.
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CDU-Linked Council Proposes Reform of German Gambling Treaty
A CDU-linked Economic Council has presented reform proposals for Germany’s 2021 State Treaty on Gambling. The official evaluation of the framework is set to conclude this year.
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Ukraine Survey Finds Low Gambling Participation but Strong Support for Stricter Rules
A PlayCity commissioned survey finds that 84% of Ukrainians do not consider themselves gamblers, yet most respondents support stricter regulation and stronger player protection.
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Spain Approves Changes to Online Gambling Deposit Limits
Spain’s Council of Ministers has approved plans to introduce significant changes to current deposit limits for online gamblers. Details of the new framework have not yet been disclosed.
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Dutch Gambling Tax Increase Delivers Revenue Far Below Forecast
The Netherlands’ phased gambling tax increase generated significantly less additional revenue than projected. Lower gross gaming revenue offset much of the higher tax rate.
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Spain Approves Joint Deposit Limits for Online Gambling
Spain has approved joint deposit limits across all licensed online gambling operators. Industry body Jdigital warns of black market leakage and technical challenges.
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Austria Targets 2027 Launch for Licensed Gambling Market
Austria’s ruling parties have agreed to launch a licensed gambling market in October 2027. The reform would end the Casinos Austria monopoly and introduce strict player limits.
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Sweden Seeks Feedback on Responsible Gambling Overhaul
Sweden’s gambling regulator has launched a consultation on plans to overhaul responsible gambling regulations. Stakeholders are invited to provide feedback before any changes are finalized.
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UAE Launches First Licensed Online Horse Race Betting Platform
Play971 has launched the UAE’s first licensed online horse racing betting platform under the supervision of the GCGRA. The move marks an operational step in the country’s emerging commercial gaming framework.
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Swedish Court Overturns SEK8 Million Fine Against LeoVegas
The Administrative Court in Linkoping has overturned a SEK8 million fine against LeoVegas. Judges found the evidence of duty of care breaches insufficient.
