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Is operating an online gambling business from Costa Rica still a worthwhile endeavor?

Despite being a prominent hub for the industry in Latin America, Costa Rica lacks regulations and licensing for online gambling operators. Surprisingly, there are methods to establish a completely legal online gambling company in the country. Intrigued to learn how? Continue reading for more details. Szilaghi Consulting has 18 years’ experience in consulting for customers all over the world seeking to establish a presence in online … Continue

Overview of the key LatAm regulated markets

Throughout 2023, the focus of the iGaming industry discussion will be on emerging markets, with several new opportunities arising in the Latin American market. For years now, the Latin American market has been the coveted prize for gambling companies. If the regulations are favorable, it seems like every company has their sights set on this region. With each country legalizing gambling and reaping the tax … Continue

US States Where Online Gambling is Legal in 2023

Gambling in the USA is regulated by a combination of federal and state laws, and the legality of gambling can vary depending on the type of gambling and the specific laws in each state. In general, there are three types of gambling that are commonly regulated in the US: casino gambling, sports betting, and lottery games. Casino gambling includes games like slots, table games (such … Continue

Media Affiliate Gaming License Cost in the US

The increasing interest in the booming legal US online gambling has led foreign investors to seek affiliate gambling licenses. This enable them to direct traffic to US-based gaming operations and receive a significant reward in return. Entering the US market as an affiliate can be challenging, due the unique licensing requirements from state to state. However, obtaining a license is just one aspect that affiliates … Continue

Can the Ontario Sports Betting Market Recover from a Sluggish Debut Year?

The Ontario sports betting market has completed its first year of operation, but there is still ample room for growth. Since its regulated commercial launch on April 4, 2022, the iGaming market in Ontario has seen a total of CAD $35.6 billion (USD $26.5 billion) in wagers, with operators generating CAD $1.4 billion (USD $1 billion) in revenue, according to recent data from iGaming Ontario. … Continue

Gibraltar: A Dilemma of Point-of-Supply or Dual Licensing?

The Gibraltar gambling license is a highly respected and sought-after license issued by the Gibraltar Regulatory Authority (GRA) under the Gambling Act of 2005. Gibraltar, a British Overseas Territory located on the southern coast of Spain, has established itself as a reputable and well-regulated jurisdiction for online gambling. However, is facing a dilemma related to its regulatory framework for online gambling. The two main options … Continue

Belgium bans all gambling advertising from July 1

Belgium bans all gambling advertising from July 1

Belgium bans all gambling advertising/marketing from 1 July 2023 and applies to all media platforms. From 2028, the government bans sponsorship of gambling as well. Starting from July 1, 2023, the Belgian Government has decided to ban all gambling advertisements. The country has tightened its advertising rules, and the new decree bans all broadcast and online ads, as well as all gambling ads in public … Continue

New restrictions for online casinos in Georgia

Georgia's prime minister has approved a new set of restrictions tightening gambling laws. Only land-based casinos can offer online games.

Georgia’s prime minister has approved a new set of restrictions tightening gambling laws. Only land-based casinos can offer online games. According to a new package of legislative changes, the prime minister of Georgia, Irakli Garibashvili, has tightened the country’s gambling laws. The online casino license can be obtained by licensed land-based casinos and by companies interested in operating only online. This change allows land-based casino … Continue

Opening of the Hungarian sports betting market and licensing conditions

Hungary's parliament introduces online gambling law that opens up the market to private online operators, ending the current state monopoly on sports betting.

The long-standing state monopoly on online sports betting in Hungary ended on December 18, 2022, when the final changes to the Implementing Decree of the Hungarian Gaming Authority (SARA) were published. Basically, only one element was missing: the forms through which the European Economic Area (EEA) (“EEA Operators”) can submit their applications for online sports betting licenses. Adopted on 22 July 2022, the new regulation … Continue

Senator Jeremy Miller to introduce sports betting bill in Minnesota

The Office of Senator Jeremy Miller (R-Winona) unveiled details of the plan to introduce the Minnesota Sports Betting Act. “It’s time to authorize sports betting in Minnesota,” Miller said, “As other states move to authorize sports betting, Minnesota is falling behind. We are the only state in the region where it remains fully illegal to bet on sports. The Minnesota Sports Betting Act is a … Continue

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