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United Kingdom Jurisdiction News
UK Gambling Commission bans credit card payments
14 Jan 2020
The ban, which comes into effect on 14 April, is an attempt to help curb problem gambling, the Gambling Commission announced.
APCW Perspectives: Spitballin' the gaming news
15 Nov 2019
J, Todd dives into this week's gambling news, including an update on the British Parliamentary inquiry into online gambling in the U.K., plus industry news from Holland.
iGaming in a post-Brexit environment
2 May 2019
As Brexit looms on the horizon, Ron Mendelson from Fast Offshore explains the climate of uncertainty surrounding iGaming operators.
APCW Perspectives: FOBT catastrophe and UKGC fines
7 May 2018
J. Todd has online gambling news from the U.K. this week, as bookmakers are now worried that cutting the stakes on betting machines could have "catastrophic" consequences.
APCW Perspectives: Speaking of gambling news . . .
30 Apr 2018
An interesting show this week, as one story seems to flow directly into the next. News from the U.K., Canada, the U.S., Australia and China make it a well-rounded episode.
APCW Perspectives: A brave, new, regulated world
24 Apr 2018
This week, J. Todd covers stories from the U.K and the U.S., as the two countries grow closer when it comes to online gambling. Plus, online poker liquidity gets a boost in the states.
APCW Perspectives: Rules, bans and sarcasm
2 Apr 2018
J. Todd brings the sarcasm as he takes a look at the online gambling news making headlines this week. Stories of note come from the U.K. and Australia. There's also the approval of an industry merger. Plus, the APCW welcomes a new member.
APCW Perspectives: 'Unfair obstacles' for UK players
12 Mar 2018
This week, the U.K.'s Competition and Markets Authority is looking at several online gambling companies regarding unfair practices involving player accounts. J. Todd also has news from Australia and Portugal, as well as more fallout over potential changes to fixed odds betting terminals.
APCW Perspectives: Gamblin' in the rain
29 Jan 2018
This week, a decision looms regarding Fixed Odds Betting Terminals in the U.K., and there's some increased interest in the potential U.S. sports betting market.
APCW Perspectives: Rollin' with the changes
22 Jan 2018
The changes keep on coming for the U.K. market, with news this week from the Gambling Commission and Advertising Standards Authority. J. Todd is also covering stories out of the U.S. and Australia.
Lyceum previews 2018 Fire & Ice event
22 Dec 2017
On 7 February, iGaming conference attendees can enjoy a show based on a dystopian future.
APCW Perspectives: Shifting sands and changing tides
11 Dec 2017
J. Todd is talking about more online gambling changes in the U.K. as well as the dramatic about-face on sports betting that could be affecting the U.S.
APCW Perspectives: Net neutrality and online gaming threatened
4 Dec 2017
The Federal Trade Commission (FCC) in the U.S. is poised to kill net neutrality within two weeks. What would that decision mean for online gambling and the internet in general? Also, the U.K. Gambling Commission is teaming with the Advertising Standards Authority, and the results are getting, well, stupid.
Gambling Business Group develops cashless payment system
9 Nov 2017
Designed for the U.K. AGC and bingo sectors, the system processes debit card transactions via an intermediary kiosk, which then supplies Game Play Tickets.
APCW Perspectives: Pennsylvania and other big wins
6 Nov 2017
Though the U.S. state of Pennsylvania has already secured a win for online gambling, opponents are continuing to rail against it. Could this mean anything for the U.K.? And what will the U.K. do about FOBTs? Plus, what can be learned from the travel industry?
APCW Perspectives: Spooky news from the UK
30 Oct 2017
J. Todd has some horrifying Halloween news from the U.K., where the Gambling Commission is on a killing spree. He's also following breaking news out of Pennsylvania and several stories in the GPWA forums.
Snooker champ to return to PokerStars Megastack London
18 Oct 2017
Seven-time snooker world champion Stephen Hendry will once again try his hand at the event, which runs from 20-22 October at The Hippodrome Casino.
Tom Horn Gaming receives UK license
18 Oct 2017
In the coming weeks, the slots supplier will offer its comprehensive selection of games to operators in the jurisdiction.
APCW Perspectives: Supreme gambling news
5 Jul 2017
The New Jersey sports betting challenge is back from the dead. However, things are not looking so positive in Pennsylvania and Illinois. J. Todd also looks at stories from Europe and the U.K.
APCW Perspectives: News from the US, the UK and Belgium
26 Jun 2017
This week, J. Todd reports on several online gambling and fantasy sports stories from the U.S., including a major development for FanDuel and DraftKings. Also, he examines significant changes from the U.K. Gambling Commission that will affect licensees.
This Week in Gambling: Online poker fails in New York again
22 Jun 2017
After a lot of hope and optimism, online poker will not be considered by the New York State Assembly this year. Not all was lost, however, as another state has regulated fantasy sports. Plus, gambling news from New Jersey and the U.K.
Finnplay Group acquires UK licenses
14 Jun 2017
The U.K. Gambling Commission granted the Finnish platform provider with a Remote Gambling Software Operating License.
APCW Perspectives: A more 'normal' show
5 Jun 2017
Following weeks of exposing the dark underbelly of the industry, J. Todd attempts to have a "normal" round of news and information from Amaya Gaming, Gibraltar, the Netherlands and the U.K.
David Pemberton appointed UK Gambling Commission Chief Operating Officer
10 May 2017
The role will involve the overseeing of the regulator's corporate services, including Human Resources, finance, IT, planning and risk.
PlayOJO ramps up UK TV ad campaign
2 May 2017
Following a successful test period, the advertisements will be rolled out across Channel 5, ITV and E4 post-primetime.
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