Philippine online gambling operators are circumventing e-wallet restrictions through encrypted messaging apps and e-commerce platforms to maintain player access. Senator Erwin Tulfo, chairman of the Senate Committee on Games and Amusement, noted that although e-wallet companies comply with central b
The Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) has officially launched SafePlay, a national self-exclusion portal for all licensed gambling platforms in the state, allowing players to voluntarily opt out of gambling activities, highlighting the regulator's focus on player welfare beyond reve
In recent years, the Philippines has experienced significant changes in its regulatory policies for the gaming industry, especially after the complete ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO), which shifted the focus to Philippine Inland Gaming Operators (PIGO). However, as the number of P
Philippine Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva expressed serious concerns about the rapid spread of online gambling on August 8, warning that government employees are highly susceptible to digital gambling addiction and calling for improved systems to enhance protection.Villanueva urged the Civil
Banning the use of credit cards for gambling may seem like a reasonable measure, aimed at preventing people from using "future money" to indulge in gambling and fall into financial difficulties. However, reality is far more complex than this logic. Is this ban a rational decision, a moral stance, or
A study supported by the Irish Gambling Regulatory Authority recently indicated that promotions such as bonuses and free bets offered by gambling operators may encourage players to increase their betting amounts, especially for those with gambling problems, where this "incentive" effect is more pron
Philippines' Finance Minister Ralph Recto recently stated that the government is brewing a comprehensive taxation on the online gambling industry and plans to incorporate it into a high-intensity financial regulatory system. This reform aims not only to rectify the industry's disorder but also hopes
Philippine legislators are pushing a new bill aimed at limiting the integration of e-wallets with online gambling platforms. As users can easily top up their gambling accounts through digital financial applications, public concerns about gambling addiction and financial risks are increasing.Represen
The Japanese House of Representatives recently passed a new bill that aims to completely ban the access and operation of online casino websites within the country. This move comes against the backdrop of increasingly prominent concerns about the harms of gambling nationwide.The bill received strong
The Greek government is intensifying interdepartmental cooperation to comprehensively address the issue of gambling addiction. Recently, the Greek Gambling Supervision and Control Commission (EEEP) and the National Health Quality Assurance Organization (OHQA) officially signed a memorandum of cooper
Alejandro Tengco, Chairman of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), issued an urgent call at the 2nd International Conference on Responsible Gaming and Addiction, urging the establishment of a cross-sectoral joint defense mechanism to address gambling addiction issues.Tengco emph
The European online gambling market is experiencing unprecedented growth. The latest data shows that by 2024, the total revenue of European gambling is expected to reach 137 billion euros, of which online gambling accounts for 40%, about 55 billion euros. This figure represents a 7.84% increase from
Kenyan Parliament Sounds Alarm: This "Crash-Style" Betting Game is Poisoning the Youth!In April 2025, the Kenyan Parliament sparked a storm over online betting games. A game called "Pilot Crash" became the target of criticism, directly labeled by lawmakers as a "trap inducing youth gambling." This g
The Professional Footballers' Association of Northern Ireland (PFA NI) has announced a new partnership with gambling blocking software provider Gamban.This collaboration aims to enable association members to use problem gambling support tools provided by Gamban, an organization committed to combatin
Sadiq Khan has been questioned for not fulfilling his 2021 election promise to ban gambling advertisements on the London Underground, with the Mayor's office stating that policy adjustments will be made after the central government establishes a national regulatory framework.Policy Promise and Curre
Thailand's plan to introduce casinos as part of a major entertainment center has received strong public support, with about 80% of participants in a recent public consultation by the Ministry of Finance agreeing with the idea.The consultation was held from February 28 to March 14, receiving feedback
