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Paddy Power Betfair fined £2m for failings

23 Dec 2025

Paddy Power Betfair has agreed to pay £2 million after a compliance audit highlighted serious failings in player protection. The penalty comes after a thorough review of the company’s social responsibility practices.

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End of mixed promotions in UK gambling

Glen

21 Dec 2025

From 2026, the United Kingdom is preparing to overhaul the rules governing online gambling promotions. The aim is to make offers clearer, more responsible and better suited to protecting players, while imposing new obligations on operators.

Legislation

New study: gambling causes much more harm in the UK

Alex

15 Dec 2025

Gambling is no longer simply a form of entertainment for a significant proportion of the British population. A recent study suggests that the damage associated with this activity is much greater than previously thought.

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Government punishes illegal gambling boss who failed to pay out £269,000

Glen

14 Dec 2025

A man from Stoke-on-Trent, England, has been convicted of running an illegal gambling network via WhatsApp. He failed to pay a customer his £269,000 winnings. The judiciary speaks of ‘serious risks to consumers’.

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Fewer inspections, more risks — UKGC warning

Glen

1 Dec 2025

While gambling remains firmly rooted in the daily lives of Britons, a worrying decline in local inspections is undermining the regulation of the land-based sector. Despite the scale of the industry and the risks it entails, many local authorities are neglecting their supervisory obligations.

Legislation

Leaked plan for 40% tax on casinos: who will survive?

Glen

28 Nov 2025

The British online gambling industry is experiencing unprecedented turbulence. The leak of a budget document revealing a possible 40% tax on remote gaming sent shockwaves through the industry, shaking markets and causing concern among operators and investors alike.

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The United Kingdom extends the Gambling Survey for Great Britain until 2029

Glen

27 Nov 2025

On 26 November 2025, the Gambling Commission announced the renewal of a framework contract for the continuation of the Gambling Survey for Great Britain until 2029.

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Videoslots fined £650,000

Alex

26 Nov 2025

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has fined Videoslots Limited £650,000, revealing serious shortcomings in its anti-money laundering (AML) and player protection systems. The case highlights the limitations of automated systems when they are not supported by rigorous human oversight.

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BetBlocker exceeds 250,000 active users

Glen

18 Nov 2025

As Safer Gambling Week approaches, a powerful symbol has emerged in the player protection landscape. BetBlocker, the free tool that blocks access to gambling sites, has reached a historic milestone: a quarter of a million active users in 2025.

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1.2% of young people in the United Kingdom have a gambling problem

Alex

17 Nov 2025

The 2025 edition of the Gambling Commission (United Kingdom) study on young people and gambling highlights a contrasting reality: more young people are involved in gambling activities, but the rate of recognised problems remains stable. Using data collected from 3,666 adolescents aged 11 to 17, the survey provides a nuanced overview of behaviours, motivations and risks.

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Andrew Tate sparks outrage with crypto casino deal – Internet explodes

Glen

16 Nov 2025

Andrew Tate has caused controversy again. The former kickboxer and influencer is linked to a crypto-casino, and that is not sitting well in the gambling world. In footage of his boxing training, he is clearly seen wearing the Duel.com logo. And that, just before his fight with Chase DeMoor.

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The end of local bookmakers in England: one tax too many?

Caroline

8 Nov 2025

The UK government is considering imposing a massive tax increase on online betting, with potential rates of up to 50% of revenues. This tax proposal could mean the closure of local bookmakers.

Economy

NetBet fined £650,000

Caroline

7 Nov 2025

The Gambling Commission has fined NetBet £650,000 (approximately €740,000) for multiple breaches of its anti-money laundering and social responsibility obligations.

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Why does James Bond regularly visit a casino?

Nathalie

2 Nov 2025

You’ve probably seen a movie from the James Bond franchise. What’s striking is that a casino is a regular setting. Why is this? Where did the inspiration come from?

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When bookmakers deny the social harm caused by online gambling

Glen

31 Oct 2025

At the heart of the ongoing battle between the gambling industry and the British government lies a major issue: the social consequences of online betting and gambling. While the government is considering raising taxes on high-risk products, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) is protesting and challenging the argument that gambling causes significant social harm.

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The UKGC is digging deeper into the link between gambling and suicidal thoughts

Alex

28 Oct 2025

In recent days, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), the UK’s gaming regulator, has shaken up the industry with its announcement that it is launching an in-depth investigation into the link between gambling and suicide. To what extent can pathological gambling lead to suicidal thoughts and even acts?

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UKGC report: How to track down illegal gambling

Glen

27 Oct 2025

In recent years, the unauthorised online gambling market has been a cause for concern for the British authorities. With the publication of the third part of its report on illegal online gambling, the UK regulator (UKGC) unveils radical measures to dismantle a constantly changing digital ecosystem.

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