Swiss Supreme Court upholds $713,000 fine against Neuchâtel Casino
An investigation in 2022 found that several players were wagering beyond their apparent financial means without proper checks or intervention by the casino.
An investigation in 2022 found that several players were wagering beyond their apparent financial means without proper checks or intervention by the casino.
The case follows earlier orders and reprimands against the Bet25 operator covering risk assessment, controls and customer screening.
The consumer protection push comes as Brazil continues to tighten enforcement across its regulated fixed-odds betting market.
The regulator says foreign citizens lost up to $21,000 after fraudsters used fake draws and social media contact to demand transfers.
The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority argues that gambling-related harm could rise when Finland opens its online gambling market to competition in summer 2027.
A change to the regulatory framework has been announced by Minister Manuel Castro Almeida following estimates of a significant share of the illegal online market.
Gaming authority says no irregularities found in casino equipment and urges disputes be handled through official channels.
Representative Jason Ortitay’s legislation has yet to be introduced, but would use ‘geospatial technologies’ to prevent players from accessing apps or sites while located on school property.
In partnership with the Department of Attorney General and Madison Township Police Department, the regulator confiscated 42 slot-style and 10 computer-based gambling machines.
The state’s Lottery and Gaming department also reported a total handle of $535.4m for the monthly period, representing an increase of 6.1% and resulting in a hold of 12.3% for operators.