Italy: Agcom to tighten responsible gambling communication rules
Agcom stresses that communication campaigns must not be used to bypass the existing ban on gambling advertising under the Dignity Decree.
Agcom stresses that communication campaigns must not be used to bypass the existing ban on gambling advertising under the Dignity Decree.
Government report says full advertising ban would deliver greater benefits but carry heavier industry costs.
Authorities intensify crackdown as new anti-scam law comes into force.
The Authority claimed this was on the grounds of national interest or to safeguard the reputation of Malta.
The regulator found the use of humour and analogy trivialised repeated gambling behaviour, despite the inclusion of responsible gambling messaging.
Maine has enacted a law that classifies online sweepstakes games as unlawful gambling The measure applies to internet-based games using a dual-currency payment system and simulating casino-style play Violations can bring fines of $10,000 to $100,000 and make offenders ineligible for certain state gambling licenses
One of the key achievements of the new regulator was the resumption of lottery licensing, while the overall gambling sector generated UAH 1.7bn ($39.4m) in licence revenues in 2025.
SELAE commissions for vendors have remained largely unchanged since 2002, even as rising costs continue to erode profitability.
Authorities seek to address identity theft in online gambling and assist taxpayers who notice gambling winnings that do not belong to them.
The regulator stated the enforcement action is part of a ‘relentless pursuit’ to eliminate illegal gambling activity and protect the state’s online gambling market.