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ONJN blacklists almost 800 illegal gambling sites in Romania

The regulator used a detection tool designed to identify cloned platforms operating through multiple domain names as it expands technology-led enforcement.

2 min read • Aug 3 • By Shaan Khan

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ONJN deputy director detained in Romania bribery investigation

Regulator faces fresh scrutiny as Deputy Director Ana-Maria Badea has been detained in a bribery investigation, with prosecutors alleging that payments were made to influence licensing and regulatory decisions.

1 min read • Jul 31 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Romanian anti-corruption prosecutors search gambling regulator headquarters

The investigation centres on four officials working in ONJN's control and authorisation departments, as Romania's gambling regulator faces renewed scrutiny over governance and oversight.

2 min read • Jul 30 • By Shaan Khan

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Romania: ONJN launches consultation on new remote gambling standards

Stakeholders have until 17 July 2026 to submit feedback on the draft measures, which form part of ONJN’s efforts to strengthen oversight and transparency of the regulated market.

1 min read • Jul 7 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Romanian appeal court moves former ONJN chief Nestor to house arrest

The decision comes as Romania’s gambling regulator faces renewed scrutiny over alleged bribery linked to compliance checks.

2 min read • Jun 30 • By Shaan Khan

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Romanian court details €100,000 ONJN bribery allegations against Nestor

The case centres on checks tied to a 5.4 million lei casino jackpot and alleged efforts to avoid referrals to prosecutors and Romania's AML office.

2 min read • Jun 25 • By Shaan Khan

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Odeta Nestor, former ONJN President, named in gambling bribe investigation

Local media Newsweek Romania allege that Nestor is involved in the scandal.

1 min read • Jun 19 • By Megan Elswyth

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Romania weighs new gambling addiction funding amid unused prevention money

Long-standing issue in Romania: gambling addiction prevention funds have existed for years but remain largely unspent despite repeated funding schemes.

2 min read • May 20 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Romania’s Organised Crime and Terrorism team investigates gambling affiliate website

The website used a tracking mechanism to decide whether to show legitimate or black market casinos to users.

1 min read • Mar 25 • By Megan Elswyth

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Novomatic Romania backs ONJN oversight measures

The operator said stronger monitoring and digital control processes are needed to address non-compliant activity and improve transparency across Romania’s gambling market.

2 min read • Mar 23 • By Shaan Khan