RegulierungGoogle blocked an impressive 270 million gambling advertisements in 2025, but regulators continue to increase pressure on the industry.
RegulierungAzerbaijan is increasing criminal penalties for organizing and participating in illegal online gambling with a new bill. Fines up to double the illegal proceeds and prison sentences of up to eight years are planned.
RegulierungThe UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) is increasing scrutiny of gambling ads during the World Cup. Since June 11, over 13,000 campaigns have been scanned, supported by AI.
AnbieterPoker pro Doug Polk announced his departure from an active role at The Lodge Card Club but will remain a shareholder. His decision follows turbulent months for the club, including a raid in March.
AnbieterAmericas Cardroom announces its largest Venom Series to date. It features a guaranteed $15 million in prizes for poker enthusiasts. The event runs from August 13 to September 2.
RegulierungOver 60 influencers and various payment service providers are under investigation in Brazil for allegedly promoting illegal gambling operators and facilitating payments. This massive crackdown on the black market also has relevance for Germany.
MarktSpain achieves online gambling revenues of over 450 million euros in Q1 2026, led by the casino segment. An explosive increase that raises comparisons with the German market and highlights significant differences in regulation and player behavior.
RegulierungFinnish streamer fined heavily as Helsinki opens its gambling market and tackles unregulated advertising. What does this mean for Germany and our streamers?
SchwarzmarktThailand has deployed an AI-powered system to block nearly 14,000 illegal World Cup gambling sites in just 18 days. A wake-up call for Germany and the GGL?
JugendschutzSouth Korea is sounding the alarm: 294 new cases of cyber gambling among young people in the second quarter of 2026, a 37 percent increase year-on-year. Crypto casino apps and Discord servers are luring minors into illegality via VPNs. What does this mean for Germany and our gambling market, which is just beginning to stabilize? Does §6 JuSchG need to be rethought in light of these new threats, when even OASIS only applies to those 18 and older? A look at the worrying development in East Asia and recommendations for concerned parents.
BrancheThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is causing a stir in Macau's casino business. But what impact will this global sporting event have on the German gambling market, especially on GGL-regulated online casinos?
RegulierungColombia is loosening the reins on gambling advertising, while Germany is tightening its regulations. A court ruling in Bogota could have far-reaching consequences and serve as a warning signal for Germany's gambling authority, the GGL. We examine the background and draw parallels to the German market.
VerbraucherschutzFake MGM Osaka websites are exploiting the hype surrounding Japan's largest gambling project. Authorities are warning players worldwide. A familiar pattern that German gamblers should also be aware of to avoid falling into the trap.
RegulierungGeorgia embarks on a unique gambling market experiment: opening its doors to foreign providers while simultaneously excluding its own citizens from playing. A model reminiscent of distant Caribbean islands or inverted historical German solo ventures, drawing attention from the industry and regulators worldwide. Lisa Lustich analyzes the background and potential implications.
RegulierungBangladesh replaces its 159-year-old Gambling Act of 1867 with the modern Gambling Control Act 2026. This is a response to the explosion of illegal online betting and a clear signal in the fight against the black market. The new law introduces drastic penalties for providers and players, illustrating a global trend towards stricter regulation.
