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Ukrainian authorities launch case over €124m illegal online casino network

Authorities estimate that the network may have laundered around €124m in cryptocurrency equivalent, concealing the origin of the funds through international payment structures.

1 min read • Apr 22 • By Marieta Lezaic

UK Court of Appeal backs Sky Betting & Gaming in data consent case

The ruling overturns a High Court decision that had found the operator’s direct marketing unlawful and sends the case back for a fresh hearing.

2 min read • Apr 22 • By Shaan Khan

A beautiful, scenic picture of Peru alongside "HACKSAW GAMING" and "RETABET" logos on the right

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Hacksaw Gaming partners with Retabet in Spain and Peru

The deal will solidify Hacksaw Gaming’s footprint in both Europe and Latin America.

1 min read • Apr 22 • By Megan Elswyth

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

Finland launches law project to restore scratch card gifting

The Ministry of the Interior plans amendments to let recipients, not just registered buyers, claim winnings while keeping age and identification checks in place.

2 min read • Apr 22 • By Shaan Khan

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Lithuania fines Baltic Bet €468,350 over source-of-funds failures

The penalty follows an investigation into a customer who lost substantial sums across several operators, with the regulator citing gaps in anti-money laundering controls and suspicious transaction reporting.

2 min read • Apr 22 • By Shaan Khan

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

Russia: Proposed gambling zone in Altai region moves closer to final approval

The lower house of Russia’s Federal Assembly has given its final approval to legislation establishing a gambling zone in the Republic of Altai.

1 min read • Apr 22 • By Marieta Lezaic

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St8 partners with kwiff to strengthen UK market offering

Casino games aggregator and full-service technology provider St8 has signed a deal with kwiff, an established UK sportsbook and casino operator, further expanding its presence across regulated jurisdictions.

1 min read • Apr 22 • By Will Underwood

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 1 more

Gambling Commission: UK illegal gambling traffic shows no sustained growth

Updated analysis to February 2026 suggests no sustained rise in engagement with illegal gambling websites, even after revised assumptions around VPN use.

2 min read • Apr 22 • By Shaan Khan

Responsible Gambling Financial + 3 more

Italy: Serie A clubs push for Dignity Decree reform and betting revenue share

Several club executives argue that the sponsorship and advertising restrictions place Serie A at a competitive disadvantage compared to other European leagues, where such practices are common.

2 min read • Apr 22 • By Marieta Lezaic

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

Spanish lottery retailers warn of critical risk amid lack of online regulation

Sector representatives tell Senate that legal uncertainty is threatening thousands of jobs and blocking digital growth.

1 min read • Apr 22 • By Layla Victoria