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Labour’s deputy leader sets out plans for gambling ombudsman

Tom Watson, deputy leader of the Labour Party, has revealed plans to establish a gambling ombudsman to oversee the national industry and renewed calls for igaming operators to reapply for their licences.

18 Jun 2019 - News

Casino & games

Svenska Spel promotes Franzén to IT director role

18 Jun 2019 - News

Casino & games

Esports Entertainment lands betting deal with HBSE’s Dignitas

18 Jun 2019 - News

Casino & games

IBIA secures data deal with H2 Gambling Capital

18 Jun 2019 - News

Casino & games

New York mobile betting bill passes Senate

17 Jun 2019 - News

Casino & games

Global Gaming to appeal Swedish licence revocation

Following the news that its Swedish operating licence had been revoked, Global Gaming has pledged to fight the decision. Earlier today Swedish regulator Spelinspektionen cited significant failings in the operator's social responsiblity and anti-money laundering controls as grounds for removing the certification.

17 Jun 2019 - News

Legal & compliance

Malta regulator cancels ASAP Italia’s licence

17 Jun 2019 - News

DFS

Scout Gaming lands Malta licence

Fantasy sports and pool betting provider Scout Gaming Group has been awarded a licence by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA). The permit will enable Scout to offer games to operators licensed under MGA.

17 Jun 2019 - News

Legal & compliance

79 operators eye Dutch online gaming licence

Netherlands gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has revealed that 79 operators have expressed an interest in applying for an online gaming licence in the country ahead of the market’s scheduled opening on January 1, 2021.

17 Jun 2019 - News

Finance

Vereeni acquires 25% stake in Caleta Gaming

17 Jun 2019 - News

Legal & compliance

Swedish regulator revokes Global Gaming licence

Swedish gambling regulator Spelinspektionen has revoked Global Gaming's operating licence after discovering “serious deficiencies” in business practices, including failings related to responsible gambling and anti-money laundering measures.

17 Jun 2019 - News