The Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit or KSA) has reported significant growth in the regulated gambling market, with the market’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) increasing by 21.2% in 2023, reaching €4 billion. However, the KSA has also raised concerns regarding the country’s channelisation rate, which measures the proportion of gambling activity conducted through legal operators. While […] The post Dutch Gambling Market Sees Growth Amid Channelisation Concerns appeared first on Casino News Daily ..read more

The South African gambling industry experienced unprecedented growth during the 2023-24 financial year, with gross gambling revenue (GGR) reaching an all-time high of ZAR59.3 billion, a significant 25.7% increase from the previous year. This marked a milestone for the industry, driven largely by the explosive growth of the sports betting sector. According to the National […] The post South Africa Reports ZAR59.3bn in Gambling Revenue for 2023-24, Setting New Record appeared first on Casino News Daily ..read more

In a significant move for the global gaming industry, the American Gaming Association (AGA), European Casino Association (ECA), and Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at addressing shared challenges. The agreement, announced today, signifies a collaborative effort to confront key issues like illegal gambling, responsible gaming, industry innovation, […] The post AGA, ECA, and BGC Join Forces to Tackle Global Gaming Challenges appeared first on Casino News Daily ..read more

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is contemplating an outright ban on online sports betting if the government’s recent regulatory efforts fail to address the growing issue of gambling addiction in the country. Since the legalization of online sports betting in 2018, there has been a dramatic surge in betting activity, raising concerns about […] The post Brazil Contemplates Ban on Online Sports Betting Over Addiction and Financial Strain appeared first on Casino News Daily ..read more

Denmark’s gambling market saw a 4.3% year-on-year increase in gross gaming revenue (GGR) in August 2024, reaching DKK571 million ($84.1 million), according to data released by the Danish Gambling Authority, Spillemyndigheden. This overall growth was largely driven by a strong performance in the online casino sector, which helped offset declines in sports betting and land-based […] The post Denmark’s Gambling Revenue Rises 4.3% in August 2024 as Online Casinos Thrive appeared first on Casino News Daily ..read more

Australia’s BetStop self-exclusion program has reached a significant milestone, with over 30,000 individuals signing up since its launch last August. The initiative, which allows users to self-exclude from licensed online and phone wagering services, aims to support those looking to manage their gambling habits. According to data from the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), […] The post Over 30,000 Australians Enroll in BetStop Self-Exclusion Scheme appeared first on Casino News Daily ..read more

The debate over Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 is intensifying, with Senators Lynn Ruane and Alice Mary Higgins advocating for a total ban on gambling bonuses as the bill nears final approval. The original version of the bill had included a blanket prohibition on such bonuses, but recent amendments have altered this, allowing operators to […] The post Irish Senate Debates Total Ban on Gambling Bonuses appeared first on Casino News Daily ..read more

Wynn Resorts has made history by becoming the first company to receive a commercial gaming license in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). On October 4, the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) granted Wynn the license for its ongoing project on Al Marjan Island, located in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK). The license will allow Wynn […] The post Wynn Resorts Secures UAE’s First Commercial Gaming License appeared first on Casino News Daily ..read more

The National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL) and the Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming (IBJR) have urged their members to voluntarily implement a ban on the use of credit cards for betting transactions before the official regulatory deadline. This decision anticipates a regulation set to come into effect on January 1, 2025, which prohibits […] The post Brazil’s Betting Associations Push for Early Credit Card Ban Ahead of Regulation appeared first on Casino News Daily ..read more

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has appointed two new experts, Dr. Virve Marionneau and Dr. Spencer Murch, to its Advisory Board for Safer Gambling (ABSG). This move is aimed at enhancing the board’s expertise in gambling harm prevention, especially as the gambling industry continues to evolve with new technologies and international regulatory challenges. The ABSG, […] The post Two New Members Join the UK Advisory Board for Safer Gambling appeared first on Casino News Daily ..read more