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Singapore Gambling Regulatory Authority to Crack Down on Use of Crypto Assets

The HALLO ECHO

  Singapore’s new gambling regulator, the Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA), announced it has no plans to legalise the use of cryptocurrency within its land-based gaming industry as it continues to explore the use of crypto across video game and social gaming platforms. In what appears to be a continuation of Singapore’s general opposition to the…

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German Sports Betting Association Calls for Rethinking of Regulation to Combat the Black Market

The HALLO ECHO

  The German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) will report on the current development of the sports betting market in Germany at its 2023 annual press conference. Although millions of people in Germany show great interest in sports betting, it is becoming increasingly difficult for legal providers to meet the high demand with attractive products due…

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Belgium Bans Gambling Advertising from July 1

The HALLO ECHO

  The Belgian government has decided to ban gambling advertising across multiple platforms from July 1 in a bid to crack down on addiction and debt, with a further prohibition on ads in stadiums and sports sponsorships coming at a later date. “The government is deeply concerned about the impact of the huge amounts of…

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MGA and Badminton World Federation Sign Data-Sharing Agreement

The HALLO ECHO

  The Badminton World Federation (BWF) Integrity Unit has recently established a Data Sharing Agreement with the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA). BWF’s strategic partnership with the MGA forms a key component of monitoring suspicious betting activity in badminton and further demonstrates the BWF Integrity Unit’s ongoing commitment to a clean and fair sport. Monitoring and…

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Regulatory Changes in the Online Casino Industry in Europe: Impacts and Implications

The HALLO ECHO

  Introduction The online casino industry has witnessed a significant transformation in Europe in recent years due to regulations imposed by governments across the continent. Concerns about gambling addiction, consumer protection, and money laundering have driven the changes. Impact of Regulations on Online Casinos These regulations have impacted online casinos in several ways, including the…

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Boldplay Secures Romanian Gaming Licence

The HALLO ECHO

  Boldplay, the rapidly expanding casino software provider known for its multi-channel solutions and in-play jackpots, has announced that it has received approval from Romania’s Oficiul National pentru Jocuri de Noroc (ONJN) that will allow it to offer its services at all online platforms licensed in the country. Following hot on the heels of the…

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