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Belgium’s steps towards responsible gaming

Belgium is geared to roll out a series of new responsible gambling protections from 1 September, a move that is raising concerns and is expected to significantly impact operators in the industry.

Gammix to appeal €19.7 million fine from Netherlands Gambling Authority

The fight is not over yet for online gaming operator Gammix, which vowed to challenge the Netherlands Gambling Authority’s (KSA) fine of €19.7 million imposed last week.   Gaming Intelligence quoted Gammix director Phil Pearson expressing his dismay at the regulator’s actions, characterizing them as “extraordinary and unnecessarily heavy-handed.”    Pearson noted that despite attempts to engage…

Record breaking quarter for Portugal online gambling market

Portugal’s regulated online gambling market has seen a significant surge in the fourth quarter of 2023. The Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) climbed to €227.4 million, marking a 16.4 percent increase year-on-year.

Remarkable growth in Q4 23 marks Codere’s resilience against market challenges

Leading online casino and sports betting company Codere Online announced its Q4 2023 financial results. The company reported a net gaming revenue (NGR) of €50.1 million, marking a significant year-on-year growth of 32.9 percent.

Gammix fined €19.7 million by Dutch regulators for unlicensed gambling  

The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has imposed a fine of €19.7 million on Gammix for providing gambling services to Dutch residents without proper authorization.   On Thursday, the regulatory body said on its website that this move comes after an earlier penalty of €4 million was levied against Gammix.   According to the KSA, Gammix’ violations include inadequate age…

Betsson’s strategic re-entry into the Dutch market with another acquisition

Betsson's strategic re-entry into the Dutch market with another acquisition

Betsson blacklisting in Finland’s evolving iGaming sector

In a landmark move, Betsson, an MGA-licensed online gambling operator, has been officially blacklisted by Finland’s National Police Board (NPB). This development marks the first time an iGaming business has been added to the NPB’s publicly available blacklist. Blacklisting implications Betsson’s parent company, BML Group, and its 14 owned brands, including Betsson, Star Casino, and…

Compliance: How Jake Cachia transitioned from regulator to a commercial role

Jake Cachia, a seasoned compliance professional in the gaming industry, recently shared his experience with SiGMA News on transitioning from a regulatory role at the Malta Gaming Authority to a commercial role at EveryMatrix. After nearly seven years at the Malta Gaming Authority, Cachia made the challenging decision to close that chapter of his career and embark on a new journey with a commercial company.

Lottomatica reports 12% revenue rise and greater market share

Lottomatica Group, under the leadership of CEO Guglielmo Angelozzi, has reported a significant 12 percent increase in its full-year revenue, reaching €1.63 billion. This growth underscores the company’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its leadership in key segments and expand its market share.

Record crackdown: Danish Gambling Authority blocks 83 illegal sites

The Danish Gambling Authority, Spillemyndigheden, has recently blocked access to 83 illegal gambling websites, marking a significant step in its ongoing efforts to regulate the country’s gambling industry. This action represents the tenth time the Authority has sought such a court order since it assumed responsibility for the industry. The court in Næstved concurred with the Authority’s assessment that all 83 sites had violated the law by offering gambling opportunities without the necessary