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Anjouan Gaming Authority issues statement on legal status

The Authority fights back against allegations and reminds people that it was never intended to be a universal licensing framework.

2 min read • Jun 10 • By Megan Elswyth

Balkan Gaming Federation exclusive: Healthy legal market and consumer protection are not competing objectives

Global Gaming Insider caught up with Miloš Lalević, a representative of the recently formed Balkan Gaming Federation, to discuss its goals and ideas to address the illegal market.

8 min read • Jun 10 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Uzbekistan warns of rising illegal betting ads ahead of World Cup 2026

Detected violations will be referred to enforcement bodies, including cybersecurity units within the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

1 min read • Jun 10 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

Kazakhstan to open two new casinos next year

In February, President Tokayev signed legislation establishing four additional gambling zones across the country.

1 min read • Jun 10 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 3 more

BHA addresses financial risk assessments, resignations and sponsorship bans

The latest blog comments on the latest developments in the British horseracing scene.

3 min read • Jun 10 • By Megan Elswyth

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Cyprus: Regulator highlights progress in supervision and player protection

The Cyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision Authority (APEK) presented its 2024–2025 report, outlining progress in player protection and international cooperation.

1 min read • Jun 10 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Polish experts call for focus on financial flows in illegal gambling fight

Experts from Totalizator Sportowy, the Polish Bank Association and the National Clearing House are urging greater use of financial data analysis, AI and inter-institutional cooperation to combat illegal online gambling.

2 min read • Jun 10 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Russia: State Duma approves faster blocking of illegal gambling sites

The Russian State Duma has approved legislation to accelerate the blocking of illegal online gambling sites, reducing the Federal Tax Service’s review period from five working days to two.

1 min read • Jun 10 • By Marieta Lezaic

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GGL steps up World Cup betting oversight in Germany

Germany’s regulator is directing players to its official whitelist as licensed operators prepare for increased betting demand during the expanded tournament.

2 min read • Jun 10 • By Shaan Khan

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Italy: Land-based gambling reform stalls again

With the Prime Minister’s office rejecting the draft decree on land-based gambling reform, stakeholders are concerned as the 29 August deadline for the Government's delegation draws closer.

1 min read • Jun 10 • By Marieta Lezaic