Sep 28, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused severe economic damage to many business sectors. But against this backdrop, the global video game industry is seeing considerable growth and development. As for esports, the number of live events drastically decreased, with many competitions either taking place without an audience or switching to an online format. Today, however, the esports industry is thriving again, and tournaments are bringing fans back to venues.
Sep 14, 2022
Studying the legislative environment is the first thing one should do when making a decision about launching a betting platform or an online casino in Africa. Below, we will look at which African countries allow gambling, what types of licenses are available, and how promising the industry in this part of the world is.
Aug 25, 2022
Romania has made great strides in terms of gambling legislation in the past decade. The first Romanian legislative framework for gambling was put into force in 2009. After a few amendments in the following years, the implementation of rules for organising and operating games of chance started in 2013. Since then, the country’s online and land-based gambling market has blossomed. There are over 30 gambling companies licensed to provide online sports betting and casino gaming in the country, according to the report by the National Gambling Office (ONJN), Romania’s chief gambling regulator.In this article, you will learn more about the gambling laws in Romania and how to obtain a license for your iGaming business.
Aug 10, 2022
Located in the African Great Lakes Region, Kenya has a population of over 47 million, and its economy is one of the most advanced in East Africa. Gambling is officially allowed and is one of the most popular forms of entertainment in the country. In this article, we are going to take a detailed look at the fast-growing gambling market in Kenya and give you a guide on how to enter it with minimal costs.
Jun 24, 2022
How to obtain a gambling license in Cyprus is a common question among entrepreneurs seeking to open an online casino. Cyprus, an island state in the Mediterranean Sea, is an international business hub, which has a large concentration of casinos and a favorable tax system. The government supports the development of the gambling industry, but as in any other jurisdiction, there are certain restrictions in place. This, of course, does not mean that you will not be able to get a Cypriot license. If you learn the ins and outs of the local market and comply with all the applicable laws, there should not be any problems.
Jun 10, 2022
You have probably heard the story about the guy that bought a pizza for 10,000 BTC back in 2010. Today, 10,000 BTC (about $316,602,000) can get you a Caribbean island, a casino chain, and several luxury restaurants in different parts of the globe. Well, hopefully, that pizza was really good!Bitcoin is one of the most popular decentralized currencies in the world. It is successfully used in various areas, including the iGaming industry. However, the question of the legality of cryptocurrency games still remains. Gaming operators who opt for Bitcoin, Ethereum and other digital currencies have to deal with conflicting facts and controversial decisions by the authorities. Naturally, gambling company owners want to legalize their business, which makes obtaining a license for a crypto casino one of the most discussed topics in the market. We could not stay away and decided to do our own research on cryptocurrency gambling in different countries across the world.
May 26, 2022
In the world of iGaming, there are several organizations that monitor activities of online casinos and sportsbooks. One of the most respected of them is e-Commerce Online Gambling Regulation and Assurance. Their certification is always helpful for your business, especially if you work within the legal framework and provide a wide range of services: slots, poker, roulette, lotteries, scratch cards and other games.
May 16, 2022
The gambling industry plays a significant role in Latvia’s economy. Unlike other post-Soviet countries, Latvia never imposed strict restrictions on casinos and sportsbooks. They issue licenses for video slots, roulette, blackjack and other games. The licensing requirements and the taxation policy are very favorable for licensees. The permit is issued for an unlimited duration, but operators must undergo a re-registration process every year. What else should entrepreneurs be aware of when it comes to opening an iGaming business in Latvia?
Apr 6, 2022
The overhaul of Trinidad and Tobago’s gaming sector continued this week with the formation of their Gambling Control Commission.
Mar 21, 2022
UN officials estimate up to 4 million people could be displaced if the situation in Ukraine continues to deteriorate, and the gambling industry have banded together through an initiative called “Gambling Industry For Ukraine” to help those affected.Under the banner of charity Choose Love’s Ukraine Crisis Fundraiser they set a target of £250,000 and their efforts have already achieved donations of £190,000. Companies such as Betsson Group, OLBG, Funfair Games, SBC and VIXIO have all pushed business rivalries aside to show solidarity behind the plight of the Ukrainian people.
Mar 1, 2022
As the British gambling industry braces itself for the controversial, much-delayed overhaul of their regulations, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) warn these are in danger of merely driving gambling underground- to unregulated black market operators.
Feb 7, 2022
The gambling market in Sweden has been regulated since 2019. To open a legal casino in the country, one must first obtain a special permit. In June 2020, new legal regulations were adopted, which reduced the maximum bet amount and daily deposit limit. It seems that in 2022, Sweden has taken a course to tighten online gambling laws.A few days ago, the Ministry of Finance introduced a number of initiatives aimed at making online gambling safer. Under new rules, a gaming software license will be mandatory for all game providers. These changes will come into force on 1 January 2023.
Dec 30, 2021
How much does it cost to get a sports betting license? This is an important question for every entrepreneur planning to launch a sportsbook. This type of gambling is considered highly lucrative as betting on sports is allowed in many countries around the world. Having an official license allows you to expand your business and strengthen your position in the international market. If a company has a permit from one of the leading global jurisdictions (Malta, Curacao), players can be sure that they can safely visit its website and make bets on sports and other events.
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Dec 16, 2021
Belize is a rapidly growing Central American country, which was one of the first to recognize the potential of gambling and to begin issuing licenses to gaming operators. In 2000, the Gaming Control Act came into force regulating the gambling sector. A few years later, it was amended to include online casinos.
Nov 29, 2021
Launching a successful online casino brand is impossible without a gambling license. It is a special permit that gives the right to conduct gambling activities, including video slots, lotteries, table games, sports betting, etc. The presence of a license indicates that the operator uses proven software and always pays out players’ winnings. Both Malta and Curacao licenses are very respected in the industry. In this article, we are going to compare them side by side and find out which one is better to choose in 2021.
Nov 15, 2021
The bond between online gambling and the rise of digital technologies is unbreakable and comes from a simple concept. There wouldn’t be any online gambling if it weren’t for digital technology.
Nov 1, 2021
Transform. Adapt. Alter. Improve. Enhance. It is not difficult to imagine these words echoing in the ears of all gambling and casino developers in the iGaming industry daily and serving as the driving force for all the new and ingenious gaming solutions they bring to the table.
Oct 18, 2021
Following the demise of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) and a revised opinion on the Interstate Wire Act by the Department of Justice, the outlook for legal online gambling in the U.S.A seems to be changing rapidly for the better of online casino and sports betting enthusiasts. Namely, all individual states are well within their rights to choose whether they want to legalize online gambling or not, and about half of them have already jumped the bandwagon. However, some states have not joined the movement yet. The following list includes the best candidate states to legalize at least one form of online gambling as early as Q1 of 2022. Check them out.
Oct 4, 2021
With the newly-regulated online gambling market in the Netherlands set to open on October 1, 2021, the operators still need to get on the same page with the rules and requirements imposed by the Dutch Remote Gambling Act (KOA) and overseen by the Netherlands’ gambling regulatory authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA). The latest issued guidance deals with advertising and player acquisition.
Sep 20, 2021
Technology is a significant part of society, forever altering the way we live and perceive life. Not all areas of life have experienced only the positive sides of advanced technology, but the casino industry is one of the areas that benefited the most. The rise of mobile devices, computers, and the internet has led to creating the iGaming industry and brought about the domination of online casinos and sportsbooks we see today.
Aug 13, 2021
How many times have we heard about a football match being fixed, a boxer taking a deliberate dive, or a tennis player intentionally missing shots? Way too many. Match-fixing and corruption in sports is a challenge plaguing the leading sports associations and governing bodies since time immemorial.
Jul 28, 2021
Argentina is the second-biggest country in South America and with the second-largest population as well. With that kind of a geographical and demographic outlook, it is no wonder that gambling has established such a stronghold in the country, for where there are people, there is gaming.
Jul 14, 2021
The Italian chief gambling regulator, the Customs and Monopolies Agency (Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli), has announced that all current sports betting license holders in Italy shall be granted an extension on sports betting concessions until October 31.
Jun 30, 2021
The lawmakers of Northern Ireland have recently announced a major overhaul of the existing gambling laws that have been in place for 35 years. Namely, the Betting, Gaming, Lotteries & Amusements (NI) Order 1985, which currently regulates gambling in the state, does not keep up with the industry’s technological advancements and overall changes. That is why the Department for Communities has luckily acknowledged the dire need for improvement.
