Online Gambling News in Maldives - June 2026

EGBA Says Swedish Gambling Laws are not in Compliance with European Regulations

EGBA Says Swedish Gambling Laws are not in Compliance with European Regulations

Monica E. February 19, 2014 18:35:38

According to a recent report issued by the European Gaming and Betting Association, Sweden needs to change its current gambling laws. During the last few years, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) sent out several written warnings to the Swedish authorities, asking them to comply with the European Union’s rules on free movement of […]

Finance Ex-Employee Uses South African LGBT NGO’s Money to Bet Online

Finance Ex-Employee Uses South African LGBT NGO’s Money to Bet Online

Iva P. February 19, 2014 18:09:29

Former financial employee of “Out”, LGBT non-profit organization in South Africa, used NGO’s funds at her own benefit, for online betting. Lizette Stassen was convicted of playing online casinos in South Africa and using the organization’s funds for her hobby. The High Court in Pretoria ordered that she has to repay the ex-employer. Prior the […]

Super High Roller Poker Events: Good or Bad for the Industry?

Super High Roller Poker Events: Good or Bad for the Industry?

Alex Nevsky February 19, 2014 17:27:40

Can Super High Roller poker events be harmful to the poker industry and ordinary poker enthusiasts? Super High Rollers are a special breed of poker players, and all self-respecting casinos, poker rooms, and poker festival organizers are looking how to lure them to come to their places. While there were always tournaments catering to these […]

Why UFC Manages to Remain Strongly Connected to Sports Betting Industry in the USA

Why UFC Manages to Remain Strongly Connected to Sports Betting Industry in the USA

Alex Nevsky February 19, 2014 17:02:19

UFC differs from all the other American sporting leagues by having a very public affinity for the gambling industry. While major American leagues have always been connected with those who wish to bet on sports in the USA, there’s one league that has a particularly sweet relationship with the gambling industry. UFC or Ultimate Fighting […]

International Gambling Conference in Auckland to Look at Problem Gambling Issues

International Gambling Conference in Auckland to Look at Problem Gambling Issues

Alex Nevsky February 19, 2014 15:43:57

Gambling industry experts are raising concerns about the widespread problem gambling ahead of a conference in Auckland. International Gambling Conference is scheduled to take place in AUT University in Auckland. It will run for three days and will gather 200 industry experts from 12 countries. The theme of the conference is “gambling in a mobile […]

How to Make the Online Gambling Experience More Authentic

How to Make the Online Gambling Experience More Authentic

February 19, 2014 15:04:25

Online casinos are heavy on convenience but light on authenticity; here are some ways to bring the casino experience home. Online casinos in Canada, the UK and elsewhere are popular for a variety of reasons. They offer a huge variety of games, are easy to use and extremely convenient. You don’t have to get dressed, […]

Toronto Gambler Involved in a Large Casino Debt Case for $12.9 Million

Toronto Gambler Involved in a Large Casino Debt Case for $12.9 Million

Iva P. February 19, 2014 14:46:01

The state of Nevada seeks Semion Kronenfeld, who is charged for failing to repay his $12.9 million debt to two casinos in Las Vegas area, which he piled over 5 years ago. Semion Kronenfeld, Toronto real estate businessman and high-roller gambler, is currently experiencing serious difficulties, related to his 5 years old gambling debts. He […]

Political Incompetence Hurting the Online Gambling and Betting Market in Romania

Political Incompetence Hurting the Online Gambling and Betting Market in Romania

Monica E. February 19, 2014 13:24:12

Romania is wasting the opportunity to help the gambling industry grow and bring in some extra profits to the state’s budget. With the European Union promoting a uniform legislation, as well as a fair and liberal market for all businesses – including gambling – across member states, the online and mobile casino market has slowly […]