GiH News Roundup: UK gambling industry under fire; gambling being positioned as the “new tobacco?”
The UK National Health Service has demanded urgent action from the gambling industry to cut gambling addiction.
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GiH News Roundup: Dutch Senate groups continue to push for gambling advertising ban; number of female problem in UK gamblers growing faster than men
A vocal minority in the Dutch Senate continues to push for a gambling advertising ban. There is, however, virtually no chance they will succeed.
Gaming in Holland Newsletter – Dutch Regulatory Changes Negatively Impact Kindred Group’s Q4 Profits …and More!
Don’t Miss the Holland Party at ICE 2020! As customary, Eurocoin Gaming will organize yet another one of its famous Holland Parties at the upcoming ICE 2020 trade show in London. The Holland Party 2020 will take place on Wednesday, February 5 at the TOP 1 Forever Restaurant, starting at 18:00. For more information on the event and instructions on[Read More…]
GiH News Roundup: despite ad ban, Italian online betting operators post revenue increase; British bookmakers brace for ban on credit card betting
Despite the country’s ad ban, Italian online sports betting operators reported €1.59 billion in revenues in 2019, a 7.4% increase compared to the previous year.
GiH News Roundup: Experts discuss Spanish gambling ad restrictions; LeoVegas withdraws Royal Panda brand from UK market
The Spanish government is getting ready to introduce far-reaching gambling advertising restrictions. Experts explain what the industry can expect.
Gaming in Holland Newsletter – Online Gambling Advertising Restrictions Looming in Spain, Sweden, Belgium, and Greece …and More!
Predicting 2020: CRUKS, Holland Casino, and Counterproductive Consumer Protection Measures It is the time of year for forecasting the gambling sector’s fortunes in the twelve months to come. As always, it’s a fun game. We’ll see an increased focus on the US among European operators. India will be the next grey market destination, and Malta will wane as a gambling[Read More…]
GiH News Roundup: UK operators exhibit “excessive reliance” on VIPs, report finds; Spain to impose “tobacco-like” restrictions on gambling advertising
Several licensed UK gambling operators rely excessively on high-spending VIPs. In one instance, only 2% of customers accounted for no less than 83% of deposits made on an operator’s website.
GiH News Roundup: Dutch Lower House adopts motion on role models in gambling advertising; only 11 days to comply with Dutch age verification requirements
As expected, the Dutch Lower House yesterday adopted two additional motions on gambling policy.
GiH News Roundup: Unibet drops appeal against KSA fine; Holland Casino CEO reappointed for second term
Unibet has withdrawn its appeal against the fine that was issued by the Netherlands Gambling Authority in August 2019.
GiH News Roundup: Dutch Lower House to Vote on new gambling restrictions on Tuesday; GiH Breakfast Briefing program extended
On Wednesday, the Dutch Lower House held a plenary debate on gambling policy. During the debate ten motions were tabled that – if adopted – could have an impact on future gambling regulation. The House will vote on these motions on Tuesday.
