Gambling legislation news

Read news covering updates and developments coming out of the newsrooms and press releases by casino licensing regulators and governments. This is an important section in our casino news area because casino legislation is always changing. New rules creating safer online casino gambling are continuously being introduced around the world.

We pay particular attention to countries such as the UK, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, and India. That said, we also compare regulations with other regions such as Asia, the USA, and South America, with the US gambling market currently a hot topic, and it is sure to continue to hit the headlines as this market grows rapidly!

On top of this, you will find news about rules regarding who pays taxes on casino revenues as well as which countries, regions, states, and/or casinos are paying the most tax. This style of news reporting gives you knowledge about which regions you need to pay tax on your casino winnings and how much, which is useful if you are visiting or live in the area affected by gambling taxation rules.

Another interesting set of news reports we deliver in this section covers news directly from the licensing authorities themselves. In particular, the UK Gaming Commission (UKGC), Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), Curacao eGaming board, and Canadian authorities in Manitoba, Quebec, and British Colombia. Reports cover fines issued to casinos for not following the rules, new legislation changes, licenses suspended or revoked as well as the reasons for any licensing changes, plus occasionally we write about gambling statistics reports issued by these licensing authorities.

Via our ‘News Gambling Legislation’ page, our goal is to shed light on these especially important topics and to bring you clarity. Here you will find all relevant topics are carefully researched and, above all, prepared in easy to digest and uncomplex news reports so you can quickly absorb information relevant to you!

Malta Gaming Authority Casinos (MGA) – Safe iGaming Sites & Player Guide

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has a reputation for putting players' interests first thanks to its well-planned regulatory framework. Software providers must produce RNG certificates and operators must follow strict financial guidelines. Thanks to its strict rules, many experienced players consider online gambling featuring an MGA logo safe to [...]

Labour’s Horse Racing Misfire – Industry Fears Tax Changes Could Derail UK’s National Sport

A Racing Post survey shows that Labour MPs are disengaged and divided over the proposed overhaul of online gambling taxes that would result in horse racing bets being subject to the same tax rates as online casino bets. (Image from) Labour MPs are 'disengaged and divided' over [...]

Helen Rhodes of UKGC Confirms 10x Bonus Rollover Rule by End of 2025

Update: The UKGC has now changed the date for the 10x wagering requirement to be applied to all UK bonuses to 19 January 2026. Please see our news report, 10x Wagering Limit in the UK Confirmed for 19 January 2026 news for more information. Good news for UK [...]

Ontario Canada’s AGCO Says Free Play Bonuses Means Zero Risk For Players

AGCO issues a warning to all online gambling establishments to review their promotional terminology to avoid misusing the term 'free play'. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has issued a warning to operators, stating that they must be cautious in their use of the term 'Free [...]

2025 Regulatory Landscape for Casinoplusbonus Online Gamblers

The regulatory landscape across the six Casinplusbonus regions is undergoing significant changes, and we're here with an update to keep you informed about developments in your country. Table of Contents Sources: The information covered in this news report is a culmination of news [...]

India Awaits Gambling Tax Decision In Its Most Important Industry Battle

Verdict Update - As of today: The Supreme Court has closed hearing arguments, but has not yet announced a verdict. Judgment is expected very soon, possibly in late July or early August 2025. It is crunch time in India as iGaming and lottery firms await a crucial [...]

The UKGC Upgraded its Fining System – What does it mean for you as a UK player?

We take a look at how British online gamblers are affected by the new UKGC changes to increase transparency when fining operators. In a recent announcement on the UK Gambling Commission news columns, the United Kingdom’s gambling watchdog outlined its new approach to fining operators for breaches [...]

GRAI Published B2C Irish Licensing Application Guidelines

Full GRAI licensing application guidelines published - Casinoplusbonus covers the key points and an FAQ to help you understand the process. As the Irish gambling industry gears up for domestic licensing applications for online gambling, the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland has published its application guidelines. For [...]

MGA Introduces Positive Equity Mandate for Casinos and Suppliers – Excellent news for online casino players!

The MGA's positive equity mandate means all operators and suppliers will need to show a positive balance sheet. Excellent news for players! A new rule for Malta Gaming Authority casinos requires all licensed operators and game suppliers to maintain a positive equity position. The rules also complement [...]

New Zealand Invites Operators to Show Interest in New iGaming Market

Operators have been invited to register their interest in bidding for an iGaming licensing certificate to offer B2C services in New Zealand. The New Zealand government’s announcement to bring regulated online casino gambling entertainment to the country by 2026 is full steam ahead. Operators can now register [...]

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