EXPERT INSIGHTS & NEWS

SiGMA World has published a new article examining the Isle of Man Government’s backing of iGaming, featuring commentary from SolutionsHub CEO Lee Hills on governance, assurance and regulatory confidence.

The Isle of Man Government has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to the iGaming sector. This statement signals regulatory stability, but also higher expectations around governance, evidence and operational substance.

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.

SolutionsHub will attend ICE 2026 as a stand partner with Digital Isle of Man, meeting international gaming, fintech and technology businesses operating across regulated markets.

SolutionsHub has opened a new Dublin office to support operators entering Ireland’s soon-to-be regulated gambling market. The expansion strengthens our local presence and helps clients prepare for Irish licence applications, compliance requirements and the upcoming GRAI framework.

The UK’s decision to raise Remote Gaming Duty to 40% has triggered a structural retreat in its online gambling sector. Licensed operators face unprecedented tax pressure, investment is evaporating, smaller firms are exiting, and consumers risk being driven toward unregulated sites, while Ireland emerges as a key beneficiary.

Policy uncertainty and shifting tax rules are widening the gap between UK policymakers and industry. With rising regulatory pressure and unpredictable taxation, companies like Sky Bet are moving key operations offshore in search of stability—signalling deeper challenges for the UK’s competitiveness.

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.

SolutionsHub has been honoured in the ACQ5 Country Awards 2025, receiving recognition for excellence in eGaming and fintech compliance. CEO Lee Hills was also awarded Gamechanger of the Year for AML leadership. These awards reflect our commitment to supporting clients in highly regulated industries.

SBC Summit Lisbon 2025 | Global iGaming & Sports Betting Conference

Our team is attending SiGMA Euro-Med 2025 in Malta (Sept 1–3). Join us at Europe’s leading iGaming, fintech, and affiliate marketing conference to connect, collaborate, and explore innovation.

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.

Final reminder to review and respond to the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission’s legislative reform consultation, closing 13 August 2025. SolutionsHub invites discussion on the potential impact.

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.