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GGL Warns Against “El Gordo” Ticket Purchases

The HALLO ECHO

Reading Time: < 1 minute GGL, the Federal Authority of German Gambling, has issued a warning to consumers about the illegal status of participating in Spain’s popular annual Christmas lottery “El Gordo” through online platforms. The Authority has also published FAQs on the legal situation. During the pre-Christmas period, especially in November and December, advertising…

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Philippines Cracking Down on Influencers Promoting Illegal Online Gambling Sites

The HALLO ECHO

Reading Time: < 1 minute The Philippines’ Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) is enhancing efforts to crack down on the promotion of illegal online gambling sites by providing a list of influencers and online entities it says have been promoting and enabling such sites. In a statement, the CICC – working alongside digital advocacy…

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Regulator imposes NOK 25 million fine after Norsk Tipping names 52 incorrect winners

The HALLO ECHO

Reading Time: 2 minutes An error in the super draw on April 19th led to 52 incorrect winners of million-dollar prizes. In September, the Norwegian Lottery Authority announced a fine of up to 25 million, and the fine has now been approved.   – Players should be able to trust that Norsk Tipping’s draws are correct.…

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BOS in debate with Svenska Spel and ATG on SvD Debatt on bonuses in the gambling market

The HALLO ECHO

Reading Time: 4 minutes On November 7, the CEOs of the gambling companies Svenska Spel and ATG published an op-ed in one of Sweden’s main newspapers – Svenska Dagbladet – in which they propose a total ban on all bonuses in the Swedish licensed gambling market. BOS – the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling…

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Asensi Technologies Obtains Accreditation as an Online Gaming Laboratory in Malta

The HALLO ECHO

Reading Time: 2 minutes The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has officially recognized Asensi Technologies as a System and Compliance Audit Service Provider, thereby granting the company authorization to conduct technical audits (System Audits) and regulatory compliance reviews (Compliance Audits) on online gaming systems operating under Maltese jurisdiction. Following a rigorous accreditation process, Asensi Technologies expands…

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SkyCity Announces Renewal of Queenstown Casino Licence

The HALLO ECHO

Reading Time: < 1 minute   SkyCity Entertainment Group Limited confirmed that the New Zealand Gambling Commission has granted SkyCity Queenstown Limited with a renewal of its casino venue licence for a further 15 years from 7 December 2025, pursuant to section 134 of the Gambling Act 2003. SkyCity Chief Executive Officer, Jason Walbridge, said:…

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