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EGBA Publishes Pan-European AML Guidelines

The HALLO ECHO

  The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has published the first ever pan-European, self-regulatory guidelines to strengthen the anti-money laundering (AML) efforts of Europe’s online gambling operators and support the sector’s contribution to the fight against money laundering. The publication of the guidelines continues EGBA’s commitment to promote the highest level of industry responsibility.…

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Danish Regulator Posts Report on Help Line Performance

The HALLO ECHO

  The gambling regulator Spillemyndigheden has reported the results of a study into Denmark’s gambling helpline, StopSpillet, which it launched in 2019. It said the results showed that the helpline was reaching its targets and meeting requirements. The study shows that 87% of callers are men and 35% men between the ages of 18 and…

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ComeOn Group to launch its flagship brand in the Dutch iGaming market

The HALLO ECHO

  Leading iGaming operator ComeOn Group announced that it will be launching its flagship brand ‘ComeOn!’ in the Dutch market following the issuance of licence by the Dutch Gaming Authority for the operation of the brand in the Netherlands. This further solidifies the group’s position at pursuing business ventures in regulated markets. This development follows…

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Kalamba Games set for further growth with ISO/IEC 27001 certification

The HALLO ECHO

  Kalamba Games has received a significant boost to its growth ambitions following the award of an ISO/IEC 27001 certification for its information security management system. Key to going live in many regulated jurisdictions, Kalamba’s internal processes were rigorously tested against the standard’s strict assessment criteria to receive its accreditation, ensuring it met the 100+…

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AUSTRAC Commences Investigation into Entain Group

The HALLO ECHO

  The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) has commenced an enforcement investigation into Entain Group Pty Ltd. This follows an extensive supervisory campaign that assessed entities within the corporate bookmakers sector. The investigation will focus on whether Entain has complied with its obligations under the AML/CTF Act. AUSTRAC Chief Executive Officer, Nicole Rose,…

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Entain’s Sports Interaction Brand Secures Ontario License

The HALLO ECHO

  Entain, the global sports betting, gaming and interactive entertainment group, announced that its Sports Interaction brand has secured an online gaming license to operate in the recently regulated Ontario market, from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario. This milestone brings the stable of Entain brands to have Ontario licenses to four, alongside bwin,…

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