UK

By: Paul Skidmore

CJEU Tipico opinion ramps up pressure on Malta

A CJEU opinion on Tipico suggests unlicensed operators may need to refund losses, increasing scrutiny on Malta’s legal protections.
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By: Paul Skidmore

UK Casinos Shift Focus as Tax Pressure Builds

UK operators are cutting friction, lowering deposits and refining CRM as higher taxes reshape how online casinos attract and retain players.
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By: Paul Skidmore

German Hacker Claims MGA Breach, Threatens iGaming Exposé

Lilith Wittmann says she hacked the MGA and will expose alleged wrongdoing, while the regulator insists the claims remain unsubstantiated.
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By: Paul Skidmore

LGBTQIA+ Communities Face Higher Gambling Harm Risks, UK Study Finds

A UK study has found LGBTQIA+ individuals may face higher gambling-related harms and significant barriers to support, raising concerns over inclusivity in treatment services.
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By: Paul Skidmore

Yes.com Targets Denmark Launch with AI-Led Strategy

Yes.com prepares for Denmark launch with an AI-driven iGaming platform designed to reduce costs and scale across Europe.
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By: Paul Skidmore

Premier League clubs continue gambling sponsorship deals despite UK scrutiny

Premier League clubs are continuing to sign lucrative gambling sponsorship deals, including partnerships with unlicensed operators, as UK government plans for tighter regulation remain unclear.
By: Paul Skidmore

BGC warns of £60 million in illegal Cheltenham Festival bets

Up to £60 million may have been wagered with illegal betting operators during the Cheltenham Festival, according to the Betting and Gaming Council, as concerns grow over black market activity in the UK.
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By: Paul Skidmore

Incentive Games partners with Rank Group to expand UK real-money offering

Incentive Games has secured a new partnership with Rank Group, bringing its mobile-first real-money titles to a wider UK audience following its recent Gambling Commission licence approval.
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By: Paul Skidmore

Should the EU implement its own harmonised gambling tax?

A proposed EU-wide gambling tax could generate billions for public funding, but legal constraints and national resistance mean the idea remains largely theoretical.
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By: Paul Skidmore

SOFTSWISS and Pentasia unveil 2026 iGaming talent trends in Malta

SOFTSWISS and Pentasia have launched their 2026 iGaming Talent Trends report in Malta, highlighting hiring challenges, AI disruption and tightening talent supply across the sector.
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