EXPERT INSIGHTS & NEWS

The GRAI has opened an industry survey on prescribed games for remote and in-person gaming. It is an early but important sign of the Irish regime moving from headline reform into product-level definition.

SolutionsHub has been shortlisted for the EGR B2B Awards 2026 in the Corporate Services Supplier category, recognising its work supporting iGaming businesses with licensing, regulatory strategy and compliance.

A single EU gambling framework sounds efficient. The legal and political reality makes it unworkable. National control is not a temporary feature of the system, it is the system.

The Isle of Man’s proposed civil penalties framework reflects the continued evolution of its regulatory approach, aligning with international standards while maintaining a proportionate and structured model.

If we want to tackle the black market effectively, we need to understand why players are choosing it. This piece explores the role of friction, communication and player experience in driving that shift.

The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland has confirmed the opening of its licensing portal, marking the formal start of the application process under Ireland’s new betting regulatory regime.

Ireland has taken a decisive step in implementing its new gambling framework, with the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland now formally empowered to issue licences under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024.

Lee Hills explores the parallels between historical prohibition policies and modern gambling regulation, arguing that overly blunt interventions can undermine consumer protection and that evidence-led, proportionate regulation delivers better long-term outcomes.

Prediction markets turn real-world events into tradable assets, merging finance, entertainment, and speculation. As platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi grow, they raise critical questions about regulation, manipulation, addiction, and the future role of markets in shaping public narratives.

For over two decades, the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI) has set the global standard for measuring gambling harm. Yet as gambling moves online, new tools such as Markers of Harm offer a chance to balance data, prevention, and player wellbeing, moving the industry from measuring harm after it happens to managing risk before it begins.

Two years ago, the idea of a common framework for markers of harm in online gambling was still emerging from academic research. Today, after a Europe-wide vote, that framework is on its way to becoming a formal European standard. The shift marks a milestone in the industry’s approach to consumer protection and could unify how gambling risk is identified across the continent.

UK Government to introduce a Voluntary Code for prize draw operators after a critical report highlights transparency, marketing, and fairness concerns in the £1.3bn sector.

British Columbia faces growing calls to modernize its online gambling system, taking cues from Ontario’s regulated iGaming market while balancing consumer protection, revenue, and industry innovation.

The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission now requires interviews for Deputy MLROs, AML CFT Compliance Officers, and Nominated Officers to strengthen AML CFT governance and ensure the suitability of senior compliance personnel in the gambling sector.

Understand how to prepare for GSC AML inspections with Episode 11: Customer Sampling. Learn what documents to submit, how samples are selected, and how to present your customer files effectively.

A new report reveals the risks behind the booming online prize draws market. As glamor meets grey regulation, could consumer harm prompt tighter controls?

Key takeaways from the GSC’s AML Inspections Series Episode 10, focused on compliance culture. Learn how to build effective policies, monitor practices, and foster a proactive, risk-aware workforce.

Heightened regulatory scrutiny is transforming the online gambling industry. Learn what stricter oversight, AML measures, and responsible gambling practices mean for operators aiming to stay compliant and competitive.

Explore how hawala works, its legitimate uses, and the financial crime risks it poses. A must-read legal analysis for AML compliance professionals and financial crime lawyers.

Fragmented compliance kills growth. Learn why iGaming operators must embed compliance into strategy to avoid fines, build trust, and scale sustainably.